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Formed in 1979 in Los Angeles, California, Bad Religion is an American punk rock/progressive rock band. They are most known for their lyrics that often relate to social and political commentary.
High school mates, Greg Graffin, Jay Bentley, Jay Ziskrout, and Brett Gurewitz first formed the band in 1979. After a series of local shows the band began recording their first full-length album, “How Could Hell Be Any Worse?†in 1982 under the newly formed label, Epitaph Records (owned and run by Gurewitz). The following year the band released “Into the Unknown,†but due to changing personal lives, the band went on to disband temporarily.
Slowly but surely the band reunited, adding on Circle Jerks’ Greg Hetson on second guitar, and by 1988 the band released their third album, “Suffer,†followed by an eponymous tour. Immediately following the tour, the band went straight to the studio to record and release “No Control†in 1989, selling over 60,000 copies and becoming one of the most critically acclaimed punk rock band despite mainstream attention. However, in April 1991 Pete Finestone left Bad Religion to concentrate on his other band, The Fisherman, and was later replaced by Bobby Schayer.
With grunge rock and punk rock gaining mainstream popularity in the early 90s, Bad Religion signed with Atlantic Records and released their seventh album “Recipe For Hate†in 1993. Due to allegedly needing to focus more attention on Epitaph Records, Gurewitz left the band, although popular speculation for his leaving the band was due to accusations of “selling out.†Guitarist Brian Baker then replaced Gurewitz, and the following record in 1994, “Stranger Than Fictionâ€, became their most successful album and was awarded gold status by 1998.
After a series of tours and record releases, and the loss of Schayer (replaced by Brooks Wackerman), the band returned to Epitaph records in 2001. Consequently, Gurewitz rejoined the band, and the new six piece lineup released “The Process of Belief.†Continuing to put out records and massive amounts of touring, the band took up a few night residencies in 2008 at the House of Blues in both Los Angeles and Las Vegas, followed by a few European festivals. In Spring of 2010 the band celebrated their 30th anniversary by going on a 30 nights, 30 song set tour throughout Southern California and Nevada. Due to various reasons, it wasn’t until 2013 that the band released their sixteenth studio album.
Read moreI caught a Bad Religion concert (where they performed with Linkin Park) earlier this year at Club Nokia in Los Angeles, California. The venue was great, seated over 2,000 people, and was filled to capacity with rabid fans.
It’s actually a good thing that Bad Religion did the show with Linkin Park even though I don’t think that the target audiences necessarily line up too well; I say this because it allowed a side-by-side comparison of a truly legendary band with a pop music fad.
Bad Religion’s no-holds-barred punk attitude has weathered the test of time where Linkin Park’s angst-driven attraction has withered and crumbled away. Bad Religion’s always aspired to a greater meaning in their music, whether that be of political activism or in other domains, and their messages remain as relevant today as the day they were written.
So not only do these guys put on a truly captivating punk rock show, you’ll learn something as well if you’re paying attention. The group demanded our undivided attention from the moment they stepped on stage, and we were well rewarded for giving it to them.
Bad Religion is doing an international tour right now and there are no excuses not to go to one of their shows if you’re even remotely close.
Punk rockers Bad Religion have a cult-like status for their live show on the circuit due to the aggression and dedication in which they perform every single night. Despite having formed 25 years ago, the group show no signs of slowing and continue to delight fans with career spanning set lists.
Having so much material to choose from can be a tricky decision, yet the cheers from the audience are good indication that they made the right choices with the likes of 'Social Suicide' and '21st Century (Digital Boy)'. They have always struggled commercially in the UK yet their shows are always attended well and the band are clearly grateful to the fans who continue to support them.
Beneath the ominous fragmented backdrop they rock out through a two hour set which keeps the crowds engaged, cheering and moshing. Big finish 'Infected' leaves the band knowing that despite not selling mass amounts of records in Britain, they are always assured to sell gig tickets.
I've been listening to Bad Religion for most of my lifetime dating back to recording a copy of their first EP off a friend in the mid 80s. Since I've had the joy of seeing them a number of times. Almost always in a large venue which is not my favorite way to see a punk band. In fact I was more excited about seeing Naked Raygun and Stiff Little Fingers. However, they were as always solid from the first song to the last. Playing through their hits and playing at least one or two songs off just about every record since Suffer. I understand that a majority of their fan base comes post Suffer but I've never understood why they never seem to play anything older. It's always a disappointment for me but then again they aren't really even the same band that put out those first two records.
That said there was enough great songs in the set to satisfy any BR fan and to put a smile on my face.
Very Great performances by Dave Hause, Against Me! And Bad Religion! All three were quite entertaining and played amazingly!
The first act with Dave Hause was very funny and entertaining. Him and his brother are very talented musicians.
The second act with Against Me! Was so awnsome! Laura Grace is super talented in person and so cool to have seen one of my favorite bands perform live.
Last but not Least Bad Religion totally stole the show! With their punk rock attitudes towards today's politics and Trump bashing.
Super talented group that 100% stood the test of time!
Hoping they will return to the Observatory very soon.
Wow. What a fucking show! The opener was a band called “Emily Davis and the Murder Police†who I had never heard of and they blew me away. Great start to the show! She has great presence and the band sounded great and was super tight. BR came on afterwards and basically tore down the house with an hour plus set. They played song after song after song which was fantastic. For a band about to celebrate its 40th anniversary they played like a bunch of kids, they also sounded phenomenal. I really hope to god they come back soon cause I would love to see them again.
I saw Bad Religion in Seattle on 10/26/16. I've been listening to them since I was 10, so I was incredibly excited to seem them, and I was not disappointed. It was obvious that after decades of touring they have their shows near perfected, but that is not to say that it was mechanical or boring. Although well planned, it was clear that everyone was putting their all into it. Jay Bentley especially brings a ridiculous and goofy confidence to bass. They played all the hits as well as few more obscure songs, and it was one of the best shows I have ever been to.
The Bad Religion show at Emo's in Austin, Texas on October 2, 2019, like all their shows I've seen for the last 30 years (and I'm sure for the 10 years before my live show attendance) was superb. Their setlist was fantastic. Songs from today back to the early 80's rang out with such relevance it makes you equally impressed by their timeless songwriting, and sad at how little has changed in nearly 4 decades. It is always an honor and blast to see the best damn punk band melting the faces of a multigenerational crowd year after year.
Ya-Hey & Wachoo!
The greatest band put on the greatest show ... Bad Religion played many of their iconic hits along with every song from the classic album No Control. The event had the typical aspects of a bad religion show ... expert sweat-drenched fans singing along to every song ... intense mosh pit ... diverse crowd ... amazing lyrics and song-writing ... witty banter ... and a fun positive raucous vibe ... what more could you ask for ?!? I hope those guys never stop.
Going to a Bad Religion concert at Bowery Ballroom was amazing. First time I saw them live was December 1996 in Brazil. After more than 18 years, they still rock on the stage. They keep doing great punk-rock music, and being 35 years on the road give them a public covering all ages. Gray hair, no hair, long hair...
Straight and simple chords that make us bang our heads and shake our body.
Thanks, guys, for this great presentation!
The annual return of Bad Religion to New Jersey was spot on in its intensity and delivery of punk perfection. The band is playing with remarkable passion, regardless of the years they've already spent on the road. Any chance to see Bad Religion is not to be missed.
Highlight: They played "The Handshake" from "Stranger Than Fiction."
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