Having made music history with the Beastie Boys, Mike D 5D is now embarking on a brand-new chapter. This summer, the artist is releasing his very first solo album, ‘Thank You’. He’ll be presenting it live during a major international tour, which will also be stopping off in our country!

For over forty years, Michael Louis Diamond – better known as Mike D and, more recently, Mike D 5D – has been bringing colour to pop music. He grew up in Manhattan, surrounded by rock, soul, punk, reggae and hip-hop. That eclectic mix led to the formation of the legendary Beastie Boys, alongside Adam Yauch (MCA) and Adam Horovitz (Ad-Rock). With their cult albums, the trio sold millions of records. They won several Grammy Awards and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. In doing so, they left an indelible mark on rap and alternative culture. As a musician, producer, artistic director and co-founder of the record label Grand Royal, Mike D 5D has always pushed the boundaries of his art. He has done so through music, visuals and creativity. Following the success of *The Beastie Boys Book* and the documentary *The Beastie Boys Story*, he is now embarking on a solo venture that is as exciting as it is long-awaited. With *Thank You*, due out on 28 August, he continues his extraordinary journey. In doing so, he once again proves his status as an icon whose influence transcends generations and genres.