Bad Brains - Punk Note Edition

Release Date: June 11, 2021

Bad Brains' self-titled debut from 1982 delivers blistering hardcore punk that shifts seamlessly into heavy reggae grooves, often within the same song. The band's lightning-fast riffs and explosive energy create a unique sound that helped define both American hardcore and crossover between punk and reggae.

Standout Tracks

• Banned in D.C.: The band's anthem about being blacklisted from Washington venues, driven by machine-gun drumming
• Pay to Cum: Thirty seconds of pure hardcore fury that epitomizes the band's speed and intensity
• I Luv I Jah: Heavy reggae that showcases the band's Rastafarian beliefs and musical versatility

Mood: explosive, rebellious, spiritual, intense