Beastie Boys Pt IV: Licensed to Ill
No Dogs in Space
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The Early Days of Rap: From Disco to Rock
This chapter explores the early days of rap and its influences from disco music. It discusses the shift from the DJ to the rapper and highlights the style of Run DMC, who incorporated guitars in their music. The chapter also delves into the Beastie Boys' attempts to emulate Run DMC and their initial struggles in gaining traction with their first single.
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