Mike D Returns to the Studio, Grieving Adam Yauch's Passing
After the Beastie Boys' three-decade run ended with Adam Yauch's death in 2012, Mike D attempted to start solo music but repeatedly stopped, overwhelmed by grief and sadness.
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Beastie Boys Square: Ad-Rock and Mike D Celebrate Iconic Renaming
The corner of Ludlow and Rivington in New York City's Lower East Side has been officially renamed Beastie Boys Square, with Adam "Ad-Rock" Horovitz and Michael "Mike D" Diamond in attendance. The intersection was immortalized on the cover of the Beastie Boys' 1989 album "Paul's Boutique." After years of efforts, the New York City Council approved the name change, leading to a ceremony where Ad-Rock and Mike D expressed their gratitude to fans and council members. They also paid tribute to their late bandmate, Adam "MCA" Yauch. The renaming of the square is seen as a lasting legacy for future generations to discover and question the significance of the Beastie Boys.
Mike D's childhood home sells after $4.5M price drop.
The childhood home of Mike D, of the Beastie Boys, located in the Eldorado building on Manhattan's Upper West Side, has entered into contract after a $4.5 million price cut. The six-bedroom duplex co-op with views of Central Park and the Reservoir was last asking $14.99 million. The seller is the estate of Hester Diamond, Mike D's late mother. The unit comes with 800 square feet of wrap terraces and amenities including a doorman, concierge, gym, half basketball court, and community room.
Marvel's 'The Marvels' Trailer Drops with Beastie Boys Lyrics and Possible Plot Leak Confirmation.
Marvel's new trailer for The Marvels features the Beastie Boys' "Intergalactic" with lyrics that seem to be a response to critics who said Brie Larson's Captain Marvel character should smile more. While some fans are thrilled with the clever placement, others have commented on the sly trolling. The Marvels is set to hit theaters on November 10.