Volume 19, Track 9

Posted on | August 15, 2010 | No Comments

“Unite” by Beastie Boys (1998)

What a loose and fun song.^[1] Hello Nasty has a few terrific gems^[2] and “Unite” may very well be the crown jewel of the album in terms of instant accessibility. This song is a treat to listen to in every sense of the word. I would write more about it, but this really is one of those tracks that are so perfect that to try to come up with a relatable metaphor or to try to heap words or praise on it is unnecessary. “Unite” is a song that simply needs to be listened to and enjoyed. This track alone is almost reason enough to buy Hello Nasty if you do not already own it.

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[1] I mean, within 30 seconds there’s an Atari sample.

[2] One gem will appear later on this volume, the other I’m saving for a rainy day.

Category: Volume 19
Tags: Beastie Boys > Focus on Beastie Boys

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