Banned in D.C.

Bad Brains
Bad Brains (1982)
Intense 180 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range9/10
Sudden Changesextreme
Textureabrasive
Predictabilitylow
Vocal Stylescreaming
Notes: Explosive opening with militant drums immediately launching into white-hot power chords and riot-inducing yelps. Breakneck speed and frenzied intensity that practically sucks the air out of your lungs.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundspresent
Percussive Clickspresent
Breathing Soundsmild
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A two-minute hardcore punk anthem about the band's blacklisting from Washington D.C. clubs, featuring lightning-paced instrumentation and aggressive vocals.

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Moods: aggressive, cathartic, intense, rebellious

Traditions: hardcore punk, punk rock

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