Bad Brains

Vinyl Records and Rare LPs:

	Bad Brains New - Vinyl - RUSLP 8223 Sealed 1997 Reissue Of A Groundbreaking Classic. "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. The Ensuing Years After Its Initial Release Haven't Dulled The Album's Fury And Rage In The Least, And It's Still Impressive How The Band Can Switch Gears From Red-Hot Hardcore To Cool Reggae Dubs In The Blink Of An Eye. 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." - AMG more
	Bad Brains New - Vinyl - ORGM-2179 Sealed 2021 Reissue, Remastered For Vinyl By Dave Gardner At Infrasonic Mastering, Pressed At Furnace Record Pressing. Second Release In The Remaster Campaign On The Band's Own Bad Brains Records Imprint With Org Music. more
	Bad Brains Used - Vinyl - ORGM-2179 2021 Reissue. Strong VG++ copy, light run-in noise, music domoinates. Remastered for vinyl by Dave Gardner at infrasonic mastering, pressed at Furnace Record Pressing. Second release in the remaster campaign on the band's own Bad Brains records imprint with Org music. more
	God Of Love Used - 7 - 527297-1 2011 7", 33rpm Record Store Day, limited edition #3353 on red vinyl. Bad Brains are a legendary American band formed in Washington, D.C., renowned for their pioneering fusion of hardcore punk and reggae. Emerging in the late 1970s, the group distinguished themselves with breakneck tempos, virtuosic musicianship, and a charismatic stage presence, influencing countless punk and alternative acts. Their sound, which combines aggressive punk energy with the rhythmic grooves of reggae, established them as trailblazers in both genres and cemented their reputation as one of the most innovative bands of their era. "God of Love" is form the sixth studio album by Bad Brains, released in 1995 on Maverick Records. Marking the return of the group’s original lineup with vocalist H.R., "God of Love" showcases a heavier, more polished production style while retaining the band’s signature mix of hardcore punk and reggae rhythms. Tracks like "Cool Mountaineer" and the title song "God of Love" exemplify their dynamic range, blending intense guitar riffs with socially conscious lyrics. The album stands as a testament to Bad Brains’ enduring influence and musical versatility within both punk and alternative rock circles. more
	God Of Love New - Vinyl - 45882-1 Very Hard To Find Sealed 1995 Original With Custom Hype Sticker. Produced By Ric Ocasek. more
	I & I Survived (Dub) New - Vinyl - RLG007 Sealed, Hard To Find 2002 Original. “It Probably Won't Come As A Huge Surprise To Fans Of This Hardcore Band That They've Released Their First Full-Length Dub Recording. After All, Bad Brains Have Proven In The Past To Be Adept At Reggae As Well As Punk. Their Relatively Straightforward Approach To Dub Isn't Particularly Otherworldly Or Eccentric, But This Album Is A Solid Effort Even If It Doesn't Break A Lot Of New Ground. The Band Sounds Quite Comfortable With This Format (Including Darryl Jenifer's Melodica Playing). Altoist Peter Pittner, Tenor Saxophonist David Cast, And Trumpeter Greg Glassman Effectively Enhance The Sound On Tracks Such As "Jah Love" And "Ghetto"; Ray Chinna Lends Some Flavor To The Mix With His Vox Guitar On "Ghetto" And "September"; And The Other Guest Musicians Are Also In Good Form. You Can Entertain Yourself By Picking Out Traces Of "The Good, The Bad And The Ugly" In "Cowboys," The Indian Influences On "Ragga Dub," The Traces Of Hard Guitar Rock On The Group's Dub Version Of Their Punk Classic "How Low Can A Punk Get," And The Vocal Samples On Various Tracks. Or You Can Just Mellow Out And Enjoy The Mostly Relaxing Groove.” – Todd Kristel, AMG more
	i Against i New - Vinyl - 065 Sealed 1986 Original With Insert. more
	I Against I Used - Vinyl - 065 Beautiful 1986 Original With Green Labels And No Barcode On Back Cover. Cut Corner. Includes Custom Lyrics Insert With A Killer Live Photo. Vinyl Appears Glossy. more
	I Against I Used - Vinyl - 065 Very Nice 1986 Original With Green Labels And No Barcode On Back Cover. Inclues Custom Insert. Jacket Is A Bit VG Plussy, With Cut Corner, Bottom Spine Crease And Top Spine Ding, Hence Price. more
	I Against I New - Vinyl - SST 065 Sealed 2008 Reissue. more
	I And I Survive New - Vinyl - ORGM-2180 Sealedj 2021 black vinyl remaster. "I And I Survive" is a four song EP, also including Destroy Babylon, Coptic Times & Joshua's Song which originally appeared on their influential 1983 album "Rock for Light." These songs exemplify the band's adept fusion of hardcore punk with reggae rhythms, showcasing their versatility and commitment to Rastafarian themes. Unlike their blistering punk tracks, "I And I Survive" leans heavily into reggae, delivering a laid-back groove with introspective lyrics about perseverance and spiritual survival. Its enduring appeal has cemented it as a fan favorite and an important piece of the Bad Brains discography, reflecting both their musical range and cultural impact. Bad Brains is a pioneering American hardcore punk band formed in Washington, D.C., in 1977. Renowned for their explosive energy, fast tempos, and technical musicianship, the band stands out for seamlessly blending punk, reggae, and later, elements of heavy metal. Bad Brains broke significant ground as one of the first African-American bands in the hardcore punk scene, influencing countless acts with their intense live shows and positive mental attitude (PMA) philosophy. Their self-titled debut and subsequent releases, such as "Rock for Light," are considered foundational albums in punk and alternative music history. more
	Live New - Vinyl - SST 160 Sealed 1988 Original. “In A Sub-Rock Culture That’s Justifiably Made A Demigod Out Of H.R. Fan Iggy Pop, Not Even Pop Himself At His Stooges Prime Was A Match For The Complete Madness Of H.R. The Shocking Wild Abandon, The Belly Of The Beast Ascending, The Manic Whirl Of Syllables Whooshing By, The Animal Screams, Shouts, And Alternate Hums Of This Frenzied Larynx (Not Even Pop And Little Richard Could Go From A Full-Throated Scream To A Quiet, Calm Tone So Fast) Deal Body Blows. Really, It's Impossible To Describe The Fury, The Might, The Indestructible Force Of The Bad Brains, Without Hearing. It's Not A Matter Of Subjective Taste; Even Those Who Don't Like This Will Concede They've Never Heard Anything Like It Before, Nor Are They Likely To Again. This BB Lineup Was A Once-In-A-Lifetime Phenomenon. Even The Band Members Themselves Know This, As They Tried To Reunite The Quartet In April 1989 Without Success. You Just Gotta Hear These Versions Of "At The Movies" And "I," So Burning It's Dizzying, So Alive You Can Almost See H.R.'S Feet Hit At The End Of The Back-Flip He Always Did To End The Song (A Perfectly Timed Sight That Dazzled Every Audience). ……… This Must Be What It's Like To Be On Speed. Ignore The Super Rock For Light And Almost Commercial I Against I, Good As They Are. Go Straight For That ROIR Cassette And This. And Watch Out For Flies And Swirling Debris While Your Mouth Is Hanging Open For A Half Hour.” Jack Rabid, AMG. more
	Lost Tracks Used - Vinyl - none 2018 Unofficial Release more
	Quickness New - Vinyl - ORGM-2182 Sealed 2022 Remastered Resissue. Cut By Dave Gardner At Infrasonic Mastering In Los Angeles. "This Is An Interesting, If Not Entirely Successful Detour Into Funk-metal For The Band That Pioneered Rastafarian Hard-core Punk. Everything Is Slowed Down Here, And The Sonic Textures Have Thickened Considerably. Drummer Earl Hudson Delivers Both Ponderous, Stomping Metal Rhythms And Funked-up Grooves, While Dr. Know Gets To Show Off His Chops A Bit More Than He Has In The Past. The Religious Messages Have, If Anything, Gotten More Mystical And Less Coherent -- Song Titles Like "Soul Craft," "Voyage Into Infinity," And "Messengers" Give You An Idea Of What To Expect. "Don't Blow Bubbles" May Or May Not Be A Slightly Homophobic Cautionary Tale For The Age Of Aids, And "Sheba" Appears To Be A Paean To King Solomon's Wife (A Perennial Favorite Subject For Reggae Musicians). As On I Against I, Reggae Is Given Short Shrift On This Album. In Fact, The Only Reggae Rhythm To Be Found At All Is On "The Prophet's Eye," An Awkward Tune That Feels Tacked Onto The Album's End. Fans Will Defend It, And Quickness Is By No Means A Failure, But It's Also Far From Being Bad Brains' Best Work." AMG Review By Rick Anderson. more
	Quickness Used - Vinyl - CAROL 1375 1989 Original With Custom Inner Sleeve And Full Press Kit. Small CC, Jacket Has Thin Line Running Across Top Of Jacket. Does Not Look Like A Razor Cut, But It's Somewhat Similar. more
	The Youth Are Getting Restless New - Vinyl - ORGM-2184 Sealed 2023 remastered repress. The Youth Are Getting Restless is a live album capturing Bad Brains’ legendary performance at the Paradiso in Amsterdam during their 1987 tour. The record showcases the band’s raw intensity, seamlessly transitioning between explosive hardcore punk tracks and laid-back reggae grooves. Tracks like “I Against I” and “House of Suffering” highlight their aggressive edge, while songs such as “Day Tripper/She's a Rainbow” reflect their diverse musical influences. Widely considered one of the best live punk albums, The Youth Are Getting Restless stands as a testament to Bad Brains’ enduring impact on punk, hardcore, and alternative music scenes. Bad Brains are a pioneering American band formed in Washington, D.C. in the late 1970s, widely recognized for their groundbreaking fusion of hardcore punk and reggae. Renowned for their exceptional musicianship and electrifying live performances, Bad Brains played a crucial role in the evolution of hardcore punk, influencing countless alternative and punk rock acts. Fronted by the dynamic vocalist H.R., with Dr. Know on guitar, Darryl Jenifer on bass, and Earl Hudson on drums, the group is celebrated for its high-energy style, spiritual Rastafarian themes, and innovative genre-blending sound. more