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Beastie Boys Sue Chili’s

To paraphrase the song in question: The Beastie Boys are shutting Chili’s down with a push of their button. The rap crew — who famously rarely license their music for commercial use — have sued restaurant owner Brinker International for allegedly using their 1994 hit “Sabotage” in social media promos for the Chili’s chain without permission.

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07:24 on July 12 2024

Beastie Boys Sue Chili’s

Stereogum — To paraphrase the song in question: The Beastie Boys are shutting Chili’s down with a push of their button. The rap crew — who famously rarely license their music ... more info

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00:55 on July 13 2024

Fighting for their rights: Beastie Boys sue Chili’s for using ‘Sabotage’ in ad without permission

New York Post — The hip-hop and rock group filed a complaint in Manhattan federal court accusing Chili's owner Brinker of copyright infringement and unfair competition from using signifi... more info

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