| 1 | B For My Name | 3:32 |
| 2 | 14th St. Break | 3:34 |
| 3 | Suco De Tangerina | 3:18 |
| 4 | The Gala Event | 3:48 |
| 5 | Electric Worm | 3:16 |
| 6 | Freaky Hijiki | 3:06 |
| 7 | Off The Grid | 4:36 |
| 8 | The Rat Cage | 3:37 |
| 9 | The Melee | 3:10 |
| 10 | Dramastically Different | 3:58 |
| 11 | The Cousin Of Death | 3:06 |
| 12 | The Kangaroo Rat | 3:28 |
The Mix-Up marks a stylistic pivot for the Beastie Boys, moving away from their signature hip-hop vocals to deliver a fully instrumental experience. Released in 2007 via Capitol Records, this album captures Ad-Rock, MCA, and Mike D embracing their "jam band" sensibilities. Drawing from post-punk, Afrobeat, and soul, the record serves as a fresh follow-up to the lounge-funk aesthetics previously explored in Check Your Head and Ill Communication.
Recorded as a cohesive studio session involving frequent collaborators Money Mark and Alfredo Ortiz, the album is defined by its organic, laid-back atmosphere. From Hammond organ-driven "funkathons" to dub-inspired grooves, the tracks offer a relaxed, subdued vibe perfect for fans of vintage analog sounds and psychedelic textures.
Key Highlights:
- "Off the Grid": The album’s catchiest tune, blending pop sensibilities with an atmospheric, four-minute jam.
- "14th St. Break": A track featuring heavy nods to psychedelia and summer-ready rhythms.
- "The Melee": An standout track driven by an infectious conga groove.
- "The Kangaroo Rat": A display of the band's "fuzak" experimentation and stoner-rock drones.
Whether you're looking for a rhythmic backdrop for a summer afternoon or a deep dive into the Beasties' instrumental prowess, The Mix-Up is a must-have piece of their mid-2000s creative evolution.
