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Los Angeles, United States (1979 – present)
Bad Religion is a punk rock band from Los Angeles, California, known for poignant, erudite lyrics, and biting social commentary. The band was formed in 1979 by high school students Greg Graffin (vocals), Jay Bentley (bass guitar), Jay Ziskrout (drums), and Brett Gurewitz (guitar). In 1981, they released their eponymous debut EP on their own newly-formed label, Epitaph, managed and owned by Gurewitz. 1982 saw the release of their first full-length album, How Could Hell Be Any Worse?, which gained them a sizable following. During the recording, Ziskrout left the band and was replaced by Peter Finestone.
Greg Graffin, the band’s frontman, holds a Master’s degree in geology from UCLA and a Ph.D. in zoology from Cornell University. His dissertation for Cornell was a comprehensive study of how modern scientists, especially those who believe in strict Darwinism, view theism and religion, and how their own religious beliefs, if any, affect their study and work. He has since published it for fans of the band.
In 1983, Bad Religion released Into the Unknown, a keyboard-driven psychedelic rock album that was enormously unpopular among the band’s core fan base. It is now out of print, and generally disowned by the band. However, in past years it has become a collectors item, and has gained some acceptance from fans. It now can be seen going for more than $100 on eBay, and is often pirated.
In 1984, Greg Hetson (Circle Jerks) replaced Gurewitz. Bad Religion returned to a somewhat mellower, rock and roll version of their original sound with the Back to the Known, but they disbanded soon after.
Greg Graffin, the band’s frontman, holds a Master’s degree in geology from UCLA and a Ph.D. in zoology from Cornell University. His dissertation for Cornell was a comprehensive study of how modern scientists, especially those who believe in strict Darwinism, view theism and religion, and how their own religious beliefs, if any, affect their study and work. He has since published it for fans of the band.
In 1983, Bad Religion released Into the Unknown, a keyboard-driven psychedelic rock album that was enormously unpopular among the band’s core fan base. It is now out of print, and generally disowned by the band. However, in past years it has become a collectors item, and has gained some acceptance from fans. It now can be seen going for more than $100 on eBay, and is often pirated.
In 1984, Greg Hetson (Circle Jerks) replaced Gurewitz. Bad Religion returned to a somewhat mellower, rock and roll version of their original sound with the Back to the Known, but they disbanded soon after.
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The Empire Strikes First
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No Control
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Raphael_Ramone wrote:
No Control (álbum), perfect!
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bobo9390 wrote:
I think the 90s stuff without Brett is underrated, Obviously not as powerful as their other work, but there's a few hidden gems on each album. The Gray Race is actually a pretty decent album overall.
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InterceptorZero wrote:
Rediscovering these guys. They were huge during my punk phase.
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joivomartins wrote:
but... i want to conquer the world ....
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maizwei74 wrote:
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Vovasikkk wrote:
Download official punk-clips of high quality http://www.video-clips.ws/user/Vovasik/news/ clips Sex Pistols, Ramones, Misfits, Iggy Pop, Exploited.......
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DivinityWithin7 wrote:
One of the best bands to exist.
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pg666donegan wrote:
So many albums to listen to... but, as far as I´ve listened to them, they are one of my favourite Punk acts.
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Asdfasdfk9 wrote:
Someone to believe <3
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TalesHero wrote:
One of my favourite bands!Love them!
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Jaanisk wrote:
21st Century (Digital Boy)
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Skate_Of_Mind wrote:
Нey, friends!!)watch new video!!))) http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=9_54qOXWnfQ http://www.sendspace.com/file/fj2bzd may of sorrow new album!!
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WszystkoDobrze wrote:
So good band
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El_Salvador7 wrote:
Yay! 1.000 Bad Religion scrobbles!
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Jpishida wrote:
@kingsortilege esqueceu de "Infected"
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Ntenk_Ngabret wrote:
I remembered when I watched your show at jakarta last years. again again again please !! X)
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kingsortilege wrote:
Aqui no brasil as pessoas costumam achar que o Bad Religion é apenas American Jesus, mas o que temos aqui é uma banda bem vasta, que consegue balancear muito bem o seu som, com muita criatividade e nunca se perdendo, sempre seguindo o mesmo estilo, melhor dizendo, a banda tem a sua personalidade própria, até mesmo com o álbum novo, que eu pelo menos dou uma nota 10 pra ele, realmente excelente.
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JEduarrrdo wrote:
They are awesome!!
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AutoReMi-PK wrote:
I even bought a brown Fender Precision.
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RadioYuggoth wrote:
I'm a huge fan of bad religion.
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American Jesus (Live)
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"Cyanide"
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"Wrong Way Kids"
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Murder
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Events
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Feb
25
Soundwave 2012
RNA Showgrounds, Bowen Hills, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
213 going
86 shouts
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Feb
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Soundwave 2012
Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney, Australia
339 going
65 shouts
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Feb
27
Bad Religion
Palace Theatre, Melbourne, Australia
7 going
News
Twitter / GregHetson 17 hours ago
29 Nov 2011 | from www.badreligion.com/rss/updates/
@GregHetson @DannyBoy1968 oops twas 1996
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Twitter / BrettGurewitz 21 hours ago
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Twitter / BrettGurewitz 21 hours ago
29 Nov 2011 | from www.badreligion.com/rss/updates/
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