EDITORS PLEASE NOTE: THIS EDIT CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH WAS ORIGINALLY 4:3<br/> <br />American music group the Beastie Boys have sued Monster Energy Drink for copyright infringement.<br/> <br />Founding member Adam Horovitz appeared in a New York court on Tuesday (May 27) as the case, filed nearly two years ago, got underway.<br/> <br />The musicians say the company used their songs and image to promote their product without their permission.<br/> <br />In 2012 band member Adam Yauch died and it was reported his will banned the use of Beastie Boys music in advertisements.<br/> <br />The group is asking for $150,000 (USD) in damages for each infringement.
