AceShowbiz - Beastie Boys have announced a new limited-edition reissue of their celebrated 2004 album To The Five Boroughs, set to be released on triple vinyl and double CD formats.

The album, originally their sixth studio effort, marked the group’s first full-length release following the 1998 album Hello Nasty. Released in June 2004, To The Five Boroughs captured the spirit of New York City in the wake of the September 11 attacks, reflecting on the city’s resilience through its lyrics and sound.

Featuring standout singles such as Ch-Check It Out, Triple Trouble, and An Open Letter To NYC, the album achieved commercial success by becoming the third consecutive US Number One album for the group. It also earned a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Album, ultimately losing to Kanye West’s The College Dropout.

The upcoming reissue will be available from April 17 and includes 11 bonus tracks, which consist of remixes and B-sides that were part of the 2019 digital deluxe edition but never previously issued on physical formats. Fans can expect enhanced packaging for both versions: the 3LP set features 180-gram vinyl housed in a triple gatefold jacket with pop-up elements and a lithograph map of the New York subway system, while the 2CD edition comes in a multi-panel soft pack.

This release represents the first time that the deluxe edition’s additional content will be accessible on tangible media, offering collectors and new listeners alike a comprehensive experience of the album.

The tracklist on the 3LP version is spread across three records. The first LP includes iconic tracks like Ch-Check It Out, Right Right Now Now, and The Hard Way. The second LP continues with songs including That’s It That’s All and An Open Letter To NYC. The third LP features the bonus material, such as the Ch-Check It Out (Just Blaze Remix) and several remixes of Triple Trouble by Brainpower, J. Wizzle, Dexter, and Graham Coxon, among others.

The 2CD set mirrors this arrangement, with Disc 1 containing the original album tracks and Disc 2 dedicated to the additional remixes and rare tracks.

Beastie Boys have a history of commemorating their influential works through reissues. Prior to this, they released the 30th anniversary edition of Ill Communication in 2024 and have also reissued other landmark albums such as Hello Nasty, License To Ill, Paul’s Boutique, and Check Your Head.

The renewed interest in the group’s catalog through these physical re-releases underscores the lasting impact of their music on hip-hop and popular culture. The thoughtfully curated packaging and inclusion of rare tracks aim to offer an enriched listening experience while celebrating the legacy of the band.

Fans interested in securing a copy of either the 3LP or 2CD sets are encouraged to pre-order ahead of the April 17 release date, as these editions are limited and expected to be in high demand.

To The Five Boroughs stands as a significant chapter in the Beastie Boys discography, capturing a moment in time when music served as both reflection and rallying cry for a city healing from tragedy. This reissue makes that cultural milestone accessible once again on premium physical formats, appealing to both longtime devotees and new audiences alike.

This article is based on reporting originally published by Nme.