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Although it is often debated whether Bad Brains was the first Hardcore Punk of note, few can argue that they were among the elite. Bad Brains didn’t just play fast, they played well. They fused Punk with Reggae but really they were capable of playing any style at all. Content with their status as a cult band, Bad Brains never seemed to attempt to reach the big time, though bands they influenced (Living Colour & Fishbone for example) were able to do so on some level. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame likely won’t look their way, but chances are that someone they inspired will.

 

 

 

The Bullet Points:

 

Eligible Since:

2007

 

Country of Origin:

U.S.A. (Washington D.C.)

 

Nominated In:

2017

 

NIHOF’s Favorite Album:

I Against I (1986)

 

NIHOF’s Favorite Song:

Pay to Cum (From Bad Brains, 1982
)

Should Bad Brains be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 87.4%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 3.4%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 5.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 3.4%

The Bullet Points

  • Eligible Since: Tuesday, 01 January 2008
  • Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Washington D.C.)
  • Why they will get in:

    The previous nomination shows they are on the radar.

     

     

  • Why they won't get in: They have not been nominated since 2017, and there is no momentum behind them.
  • Nominated in: 2017
  • Essential Albums:

    Bad Brains (1982)
    Rock For Light (1983)
    I Against I (1986)
    Quickness (1989) 

     


  • Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee: Pay to Cum (Single, 1980)
    Sailin' On (From Bad Brains, 1982)
    Banned in D.C. (From Bad Brains, 1982)
    I Against I (From I Against I, 1986)
    House of Suffering (From I Against I, 1986)

Should Bad Brains be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put them in! - 87.4%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 3.4%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 5.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 3.4%

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