Bad Brains

American Hardcore Punk band formed in Washington, D.C. in 1977, initially as a jazz fusion ensemble called Mind Power. The band also do many reggae and dub tracks and featured elements from funk, heavy metal or hip hop. Classic line-up: H.R. (Paul D. Hudson) — lead vocals (1978–1987, 1989–1990, 1994–1995, 1998–present), guitar (1977–1978) Dr. Know (Gary Miller (4)) — guitar (1977–1995, 1998–present) Darryl Jenifer — bass (1977–1995, 1998–present) Earl Hudson — drums, percussion (1977–1987, 1989–1990, 1994–1995, 1998–present) The original line up broke up many times and some musicians replaced H.R. and Earl Hudson: Sid McCray — lead vocals (1977–1978) Taj Singleton — lead vocals (1988–1989) Chuck Mosley — lead vocals (1990–1991) Israel Joseph-I — lead vocals (1991–1994, 2008) Mackie Jayson — drums, percussion (1988-1989, 1990-1993) Chuck Treece — drums, percussion (1994)