Beastie Boys Sue Chili's Over 'Sabotage' Usage

The Beastie Boys are suing Brinker International, the parent company of Chili's, for allegedly using their hit song 'Sabotage' without permission in social media advertisements starting in 2022. The lawsuit claims that Chili's not only used the song but also mimicked the iconic 1994 music video, featuring characters in 70s-style disguises similar to those worn by the band members. The group is seeking at least $150,000 in damages and an injunction to stop Brinker from using their work. The Beastie Boys have a history of protecting their music rights, having previously won a $1.7 million lawsuit against Monster Beverage. The band does not license their songs for third-party advertising, a policy reinforced by the late Adam Yauch's will.