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Bad Brains
ROIR, 1982 (Recorded 1981)

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For fans of hardcore, many would agree that the holy grail of the genre is Bad Brains' self-titled album, originally released back in 1982 as a cassette-only release on ROIR. All the classics are here: "Sailin' On," "Banned in D.C.," "Pay to Cum," "Right Brigade," as well as one of their strongest reggae tunes, "I Luv I Jah." The back of the album boasts a quote from the Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch, which sums up the proceedings simply, "the best punk/hardcore album of all time."

Build a Nation
Megaforce, 2007 (Recorded 2004-2007)

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Released on June 26, 2007, it was produced by Adam Yauch of Beastie Boys, a longtime friend of the band. This album also celebrates the 30th anniversary of the band. Nearly three years in production, Build a Nation is the first album of original material from Bad Brains since 1995 Bad Brains on Build a Nation, and they rock nearly as hard as they did in their glory days.

Black Dots
Caroline, 1996 (Recorded 1979)

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Black Dots is a collection of early songs recorded by Bad Brains. It was recorded at Inner Ear Studios in 1979, which at the time was in Don Zientara's basement. Nearly all the legendary early hits are here, including "Pay to Cum," "Don't Need It," "Regulator," "Banned in D.C.," "How Low Can a Punk Get?" and "Attitude," while a number of otherwise unheard or never-recorded elsewhere numbers make Black Dots easily the equal of the ROIR cassette. Absolutely necessary for Brains fans or anyone who appreciates the power of live, loud electric music.

Banned in DC
Caroline, 2003 (Recorded 1979-1989)

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The first ever definitive collection of greatest hits, features 23 tracks including rare versions and the never before released song 'Riot Squad', as well as the video for 'I Against I'.

Quickness
Caroline, 1989

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Quickness is the fourth full-length studio album by hardcore punk pioneers Bad Brains. At the time of its release, it was the best selling Bad Brains album and also featured an MTV video for the lead-off track "Soul Craft" directed by Paul Rachman who later went on to produce and direct the feature documentary American Hardcore. The album was a crossover release that contained elements of several genres, including funk, hip hop, heavy metal, punk, and reggae.

Rock for Light
Caroline, 1991 (Recorded 1983)

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Rock for Light is the second official full-length album by hardcore punk pioneers Bad Brains. It was produced by Ric Ocasek of The Cars. Rock for Light shows the band at the height of its punk energy. "P.M.A.," "Joshua's Song," and "Coptic Times" are typical examples of Bad Brains' unique blend of punk velocity and Rasta ideology. When they suddenly swing into mellow reggae (on "I and I Survive," "The Meek," "Rally 'Round Jah Throne," and the dubwise instrumental "Jam"), the effect is like some kind of pleasant musical whiplash.

I Against I
SST, 1986

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I Against I was for Bad Brains what London Calling was for the Clash — the band's first fully mature work, one which successfully brought together all of its diverse influences while at the same time showcasing a singular vision. The album opens with the title track, a blistering and musically exhilarating deploration of violence, and then moves directly into "House of Suffering," easily the most complex and yet viscerally compelling song the band ever produced. Incredibly tight, funky, and tonally rich interplay between guitarist Dr. Know, bassist Darryl Jenifer, and drummer Earl Hudson that gives this album its deeply satisfying texture.

Spirit Electricity (Live EP)
SST, 1987

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Recorded live in concert in 1988 during the same tour that spawned the live albums The Youth Are Getting Restless and Live. The EP includes several live classics as well as the only officially available live version of the rare "Return to Heaven."

Live at CBGBs 1982
MVD, 2006 (Recorded 1982)

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This album captures early Bad Brains (circa their 1982 classic self-titled release) doing what they do best — splitting the set between furious punk-hardcore and cool reggae dubs Included are simply ferocious readings of "Big Takeover," "Right Brigade," "How Low Can a Punk Get," and "The Regulator," as well as such reggae tunes as "The Meek" and "I and I Rasta" (the latter of which never appeared on any studio album).

Live at CBGBs 1982
MVD, 2010 (Recorded 1982)

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Not to be confused with the CD release, LIVE CBGB 1982 this vinyl only release contains audio selections from the DVD release, LIVE CBGB 1982. Sure it sounds confusing, but the material on the CD and LP, while culled from the same series of live shows around Christmas 1982 at CBGBs, is completely different. Besides, who can have enough live stuff from the world's best hardcore band at the peak of their prowess? This colored vinyl slab comes in a limited edition for indie retail only. Includes blazingly awesome live versions of "FVK," "How Low Can a Punk Get," and more.

Youth Are Getting Restless
Caroline, 1990 (Recorded 1987)

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Recorded live at the Paradiso Theater in Amsterdam Holland, in 1987 by the VPRO. The show was part of the band's I Against I tour. It remains one of the group's best selling albums. The album captures Bad Brains in concert at the height of their commercial and critical peak, featuring a diverse mix of violent hardcore punk, mellow reggae, funk, and heavy metal.

Live
SST, 1988

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Compiled from a series of 1987 concerts, Live captures Bad Brains at the height of their onstage prowess. It is necessary listening for hardcore fans.

Bad Brains
ROIR, 1982
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HR Hey Walla CD

H.R.
Hey Walla
DC Hardcore, 2008

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Hey Wella showcases HR's musical genius, impressive singing, and dynamic performances by exploring the worlds of hardcore and hip-hop beats as well. This new album is HR's most recent contribution to fans everywhere and many agree is his best work of art to date.

New York Thrash
ROIR, 1982

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So Indie It Hurts
Vol. One
ROIR, 2009

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1. The Mad - I Hate Music
2. Kraut - Getaway
3. Heart Attack - Shotgun
4. Undead - Social Reason
5. Adrenalin OD - New Year's Eve
6. Even Worse - Illusion Won Again
7. Fiends - Cry Now
8. Nihilistics - Here & Now
9. Undead - Nightmare
10. False Prophets - Taxidermist
11. Bad Brains - Regulator
12. Beastie Boys - Riot Fight
13. Nihilistics - Love & Kisses
14. Fiends - Asian White
15. Kraut - Last Chance
16. Even Worse - Emptying the Madhouse
17. Adrenalin OD - Paul's Not Home
18. False Prophets - Scorched Earth
19. Heart Attack - God is Dead
20. The Mad - The Hell
21. Bad Brains - Big Take Over
22. Beastie Boys - Beastie

Bonus Tracks:
The Stimulators - Loud Fast Rules
The Stimulators - M.A.C.H.I.N.E

SIDE A
1. Bad Brains - Big Take Over
2. Styrenes - Radial Arm Saws
3. Dub Trio - Not Alone
4. Flipper - Ha Ha Ha
5. The Dickies - Hideous
6. Johnny Thunders - King of the Gypsies

SIDE B
1. James Chance - Contort Yourself
2. Bush Tetras - Punch Drunk
3. MC5 - Skunk (Sonically Speaking)
4. Mirrors - Another Nail in the Coffin
5. Dictators - Science Gone Too Far

Bands of Outsiders
Beatink, 2007
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Essential Dub
ROIR, 2007

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1. Martin Rev - Mari
2. New York Dolls - Looking For A Kiss
3. Bush Tetras - Rituals
4. James Chance & The Contortions - Contort Yourself
5. Flipper - Ha Ha Ha
6. Suicide - Goin' To Las Vegas
7. Bad Brains - Pay To Cum
8. Nico - Femme Fatale
9. Television - Friction
10. Johnny Thunders - Sad Vacation
11. The Dictators - Minnesota Strip
12. Suicide - Rock n' Roll Is Killing My Life

1. Oku Onuora - Dub Out
2. Ras Michael & the Sons of Negus - Truth & Right
3. Dub Trio - Drive by Dub
4. Bush Chemists - East of Jaro
5. Bad Brains - Leaving Babylon
6. Twilight Circus - Bassie Dub I
7. Bill Laswell - Space-Time Paradox
8. Dr. Israel - Sensimellia
9. Niney the Observer - Acoustic Dub
10. Alpha & Omega - Africa/Ethiopia
11. Terrorists - Anittoo
12. Badawi - Turbo Auto Drive
13. Phase Selector Sound - Jackson Park
14. 10 Ft. Ganja Plant - New Day

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Edward Colver's California Casualty
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Officially licensed and authorized by Colver & Bad Brains, this incredible shirt features a photo by Edward Colver of a young, airborne HR, the infamous and iconoclastic frontman of BAD BRAINS, from a 1982 Los Angeles show!

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Handwritten Logo
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YELLOW Capitol Building T-Shirt

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YELLOW Rasta Lion
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Bad Brains Hoodie

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Live at CBGB 1982 DVD

Live at CBGB 1982 DVD

MVD, 2006
Running Time: 60 mins
Region Code: 0 (all)

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This breathtaking performance displays why Bad Brains became one of the most important bands in the history of American Hardcore. On Christmas Eve 1982 Bad Brains began their three-day stint at a Hardcore Festival by legendary CBGB. This DVD represents the very best of these shows, culled from over 4 hours of footage. The band is at the top of its game (especially H.R.), with explosively high-energy readings of the punk classics "Big Take Over," "Right Brigade," "Banned in D.C.," and "Pay to Cum," as well as such reggae detours as "King of Glory," "The Meek," and "Rally Round Jah Throne."