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Finding Your Tribe Through Music: Jesse Leach Curates the Ultimate Bad Brains Playlist

Killswitch Engage’s Jesse Leach shares his top picks for the best Bad Brains tracks, uniting music fans and punk rockers.
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If discovering a song could ever feel like finding a home, then ‘Banned in D.C.’ was that moment of arrival for many. It’s where Jesse Leach, of Killswitch Engage, found solidarity and escape within the fierce soundscapes of Bad Brains.

Hit with the raw energy of punk and the sweltering beats of reggae, Bad Brains erupted on the music scene, challenging norms and capturing hearts. For Jesse Leach, Killswitch Engage frontman and unabashed Bad Brains enthusiast, the connection was instantaneous and transformative. It was more than music; it was a call to like-minded souls, an anthem for a generation of disenchanted youth.

  • ‘Banned In D.C.‘ – A track that defined both Bad Brains and the ethos of a movement.
  • ‘Sailin’ On‘ – With its buoyant energy, this piece proved punk’s versatile prowess.
  • ‘Right Brigade‘ – A testament to the band’s tight, hardcore roots, delivering intensity with each note.
  • ‘Supertouch/Shitfit‘ – A gritty mash-up showcasing their ability to shift gears fluidly.
  • ‘Paying to Cum‘ – The rapid-fire angst of this track encapsulates the struggle of its listeners.

Through each percussive hit and every razor-edged riff, Bad Brains laid the groundwork for rebels and visionaries. They spoke to those disillusioned by the status quo, providing a space to rage, to heal, and to belong.

So, let’s dive into the top Bad Brains songs as hand-picked by Jesse Leach, where each chord resonates with the spirit of rebellion and unity hallmarked by Bad Brains’ iconic legacy.
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