EPISODE · Sep 5, 2026 · 15 MIN

Bad Brains and the Transformation of Hardcore

from The History of Punk Rock Podcast: Bands, Scenes, Hardcore, DIY Culture, Record Labels, Clubs, and Punk Music History · host Podily

A deep dive into Bad Brains’ 1986 SST release, *I Against I*, that fused funk, reggae and heavy‑metal riffing with hardcore punk’s speed, redefining the genre’s sonic boundaries. The episode traces the band’s DIY touring machine, the album’s independent production and pressing, its reception among fans and fanzines, and how its sound influenced bands across Washington D.C., Los Angeles and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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