Band on stage, originally uploaded by Oscilloscope Studios.

We really appreciate the Beastie Boys and how they helped shape street culture over the past two decades. From their sick rhymes and funky instrumentals, to their bossa nova rhythms, they brought a unique and fresh twist to the whole hip-hop scene.

Their new instrumental, The Mix Up, is a bit of a throw back to their musical roots, as well as a shift to a more mature Beastie Boys Look. They pull off wearing skinny 1960s ties and jacket lapels, as well as fedoras. This is an interesting and quirky twist to their staple mechanic wear, jeans, t-shirt and sneaker look. Love them or hate them, you gotta appreciate the originality.

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Anyway, here’s the deal - the Beasties have two more Gala events (Detroit Sept. 25th and Chicago Sept. 26th) that they will be documenting for an upcoming BBoy movie. They are throwing one more interesting competition out to their base by asking everyone to bring a video camera to document getting ready for the show…

Fresh From the Beastie Boys e-mail blast: “if you are shopping for an outfit, or picking one out from your closet, getting mentally and physically prepared for the show, doing your squat thrusts or drinking margaritas… whatever it is that you do in the days, hours, minutes, leading up to the show, please document it. you can also bring your camera to the show to record your arrival, hanging out at the show, leaving, driving home….. of course we are not looking to to make AIFST! But you are welcome to use your camera to document your experience at the show.”

ATTENTCION! In the e-mail they warn against these fashion tragedies:

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If your video gets featured in the Beastie Boys film, you will win a free iPhone + $200 to spend any way! Just comment on this blog post that your video, which includes something bought from Next, made the cut and the iPhone is yours!

Click here for ticket information. Good luck!