Beastie Boys – Root Down EP

**Beastie Boys – Root Down EP**  
A standout moment in the Beastie Boys’ catalog, *Root Down EP* showcases their signature genre-blending brilliance. The title track, built on a potent Jimmy Smith groove, remains a high-energy staple of their live sets. Additional live cuts from their '94 tour capture the band’s raw, electric energy, while B-sides like “Time to Build” offer a gritty, head-nodding blend of funk and rhymes. The *Root Down EP* is more than just a collection of tracks; it’s a dynamic snapshot of the Beasties in peak form, effortlessly merging classic hip-hop with their eclectic, rebellious edge.

Tracklist:

A1 Root Down (Free Zone Mix)
A2 Time To Get Ill
A3 Heart Attack Man
A4 The Maestro
A5 Sabrosa
A6 Root Down (PP Balloon Mix)
B1 Root Down (LP)
B2 Flute Loop
B3 Time For Livin'
B4 Something's Got To Give