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The Youth Are Getting Restless

Bad Brains · 1990

47 min · 17 tracks · hardcore punk · reggae · alternative metal

A frenetic blend of hardcore punk and reggae-infused rhythms that captures the rebellious spirit of the '90s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with energy
  • rebellious spirit and urgency
  • dynamic flow with peaks
  • short bursts of intensity
  • for energetic gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, mellow tunes
  • seek long, cohesive pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1990, Bad Brains were transitioning from their influential early work into a new era defined by eclectic sounds. 'The Youth Are Getting Restless' marked their first release after a four-year hiatus since 'Quickness' in 1989, showcasing their signature fusion of punk and reggae while exploring new lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Fugazi· The Bronx· Fishbone

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I 2:32
  • 2 Rock for Light 1:40
  • 3 Right Brigade 2:30
  • 4 House of Suffering 2:04
  • 5 Day Tripper / She’s a Rainbow 4:53
  • 6 Coptic Times 2:10
  • 7 Sacred Love 3:28
  • 8 Re-Ignition 4:29
  • 9 Let Me Help 1:54
  • 10 The Youth Are Getting Restless 3:58
  • 11 Banned in D.C. 2:14
  • 12 Sailin’ On 1:52
  • 13 Fearless Vampire Killer 1:12
  • 14 At the Movies 2:50
  • 15 Revolution (dub) 4:27
  • 16 Pay to Cum 1:41
  • 17 Big Takeover 3:28

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