Album: Banned in D.C.: Bad Brains Greatest Riffs by Bad Brains (2003)
Genre: Hardcore Punk | Style: Punk
Record Label: Caroline Records
Format: Compilation

Description: Banned In D.C. is a compilation of hardcore punk and reggae songs by Bad Brains.

All the tracks have been previously released, except for the instrumental version of "Riot Squad". In addition, the original single version of "Pay To Cum" and the original mixes of several tracks from Rock for Light see their first appearance on CD here. The only studio albums not represented on this compilation are Rise and God of Love, although they were released between Quickness and Black Dots.

The singer Bilal names it among his 25 favorite albums, explaining that, "I just like the breakneck tempos and their I-don't-give-a-fuck attitude. It's just awesome."

Artist Background: Bad Brains is a hardcore punk band formed in Washington, D.C., in 1977. They are widely regarded as among the pioneers of hardcore punk, though the band's members objected to this term to describe their music. They are also an adept reggae band, while later recordings featured elements of other genres like funk, heavy metal, hip-hop and soul. Bad Brains are followers of the Rastafari movement. Originally formed as a jazz fusion ensemble under the name Mind Power, Bad Brains developed a very f... Part of the Washington D.C, USA music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Hardcore Punk movement. Known for Punk style.

Music Scene: Part of the Washington D.C, USA music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Hardcore Punk movement. Known for Punk style.

Tags: Hardcore Punk, Punk, 2000s, Compilation, Caroline Records


Banned In D.C. is a compilation of hardcore punk and reggae songs by Bad Brains.

All the tracks have been previously released, except for the instrumental version of "Riot Squad". In addition, the original single version of "Pay To Cum" and the original mixes of several tracks from Rock for Light see their first appearance on CD here. The only studio albums not represented on this compilation are Rise and God of Love, although they were released between Quickness and Black Dots.

The singer Bilal names it among his 25 favorite albums, explaining that, "I just like the breakneck tempos and their I-don't-give-a-fuck attitude. It's just awesome."

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