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 Try These NextRaw hardcore punk with that same driving intensity and sharp edges Minor Threat – First 2 7"s Black Flag – Family Man Fishbone – Crazy Glue Sounds like: Minor Threat · Black Flag · Fishbone {"@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "MusicAlbum", "name": "Punk Note Edition", "byArtist": {"@type": "MusicGroup", "name": "Bad Brains"}, "genre": "Rock", "datePublished": "2021"}