Adam Horovitz

Adam Horovitz

Adam Horovitz (Adam Keefe Horovitz) was born on October 31st, 1966 and is currently 59 years old. Adam Horovitz was born in New York City, New York, USA.

Adam Horovitz, popularly known as Ad-Rock, is an American guitarist, rapper, and actor. He was a part of the famous hip-hop group Beastie Boys and played in a side project called BS 2000 while the group was still active. The Beastie Boys disbanded in 2012 after the death of group member Adam Yauch, which forced Horovitz to work on projects related to the group, as well as remix and produce music for other artists. He has also acted in several movies.

Horovitz's Beastie Boys Book is more than just a story about the famous hip-hop band; it’s a tribute to Adam “MCA” Yauch, who was the driving force behind the band. Yauch was always the one pushing them forward, from their early punk days as teens to their huge charity concerts. He was the glue that kept them together and the only one who knew how their equipment worked.

This book offers a glimpse into the band’s journey and how their music evolved over the years. Horovitz explains how the Beastie Boys' music reflected different stages of his life, from the experimental Paul’s Boutique to the rebellious energy of Licensed to Ill. Yauch’s death was a heartbreaking moment that made fans realize how much the Beastie Boys had influenced their lives.

The Beastie Boys Book is a wild 500-page adventure through the band’s history. Even though it takes almost 200 pages before they can record their first album, it eventually brings 1970s and 1980s New York to life. The authors share their fun and struggles, mixing stories of famous clubs like Danceteria with vivid descriptions of their small, rundown apartments full of rats.

The narrative alternates between Diamond and Horovitz, each with his own style. Horovitz is more playful and filled with funny stories, while Diamond tends to be straightforward. While the Beastie Boys had plenty of crazy moments, Horovitz doesn’t shy away from admitting their past mistakes, such as how they treated their first drummer, Kate Schellenbach. The pain is still fresh regarding Yauch’s death, as Horovitz writes, “too fucking sad to write about.”

Beastie Boys Book is truly unique, just like the band. It is filled with playlists, photographs, maps, and a mini cookbook based on their lyrics. Guest writers like Luc Sante and DJ Anita Sarko contribute their perspectives. While the book is funny and nostalgic, it is also a heartfelt tribute to Yauch. If you love the Beastie Boys, then Horovitz's book is a must-read for you.

Adam Horovitz: Lists & Other Mentions

• Beastie Boys Book was a New York Times: #1 Nonfiction Best Seller in 2018.

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