Album dossier / 1982
Bad Brains
Bad Brains · Hardcore Punk
Formed by Washington D.C. musicians of Rastafarian faith, Bad Brains' self-titled debut fused blistering hardcore punk with reggae interludes, originally issued only on cassette by ROIR in 1982 and later pressed to vinyl, and is widely cited as one of the most influential American hardcore records ever made.
Record facts
- Label
- ROIR (cassette-only)
- Producer
- Bad Brains
- Chart peak
- N/A (indie/underground landmark)
- Notable tracks
- Banned in D.C.
- Pay to Cum
- Big Take Over
Artist & discography
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allmusic.com, revolvermag.com · cover art: coverartarchive.org
Last enriched: 2026-08-23