10 Artists You Didn't Know Sampled The Beastie Boys
For nearly 30 years, the Beastie Boys have sampled hundreds of artists to achieve their perfect balance of eclecticism and recognizability. But their clever lines, thumping drums and ear for samples has made the group one of the most referenced themselves. To celebrate the group's influence and legacy, here are 10 (out of hundreds) of the best, worst and weirdest.
Bell Biv Devoe sample "B-Boy Bouillabaisse" for "Do Me" remix (1990)
The New Jack Swing trio who soundtracked your favorite rec room dance pause momentarily from swimsuit- and underwear-clad models to lift a sample from the last track of Paul's Boutique. Check out the "It's a trip. It's got a funky beat. And I can bug out to it" sample at 0:20.
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