H.R.
Photo: Atiba Jefferson
In a time where love and hope is needed now more than ever, HR of the legendary punk band Bad Brains, has released his 9th solo studio album and musical medicine, Let Luv Lead (The Way) on LAW Records. “The theme of the album is universal love with a proper understanding, and I tried to convey the feeling of harmony, love, and unity,” says Paul “HR” Hudson.
The album was produced by Ted Bowne of the reggae rock band, Passafire, and features vocal contributions from Nick Hexum of 311, Chali 2na of Jurassic Five/Ozomatli, Harrison Stafford of Groundation, and Sonny Sandoval of P.O.D. The new is available on a limited blue vinyl through shop.law-records.com.
Paul “HR” Hudson is best known as the front man of the iconic punk band Bad Brains, formed in 1979. With unprecedented speed and precision, Bad Brains took the Washington, DC music scene by storm and quickly became the most influential band in American punk history, breaking down cultural barriers and creating emotionally charged music centered on the message of maintaining a positive mental attitude (PMA). This concept of PMA continues to inspire HR’s fans.
Early in his career, HR became interested in reggae and the Rastafarian movement. These pursuits transformed him, and he began to focus more on the spiritual nature of reggae rather than the fast lifestyle of the punk scene. In 1984, HR formed his reggae-rock band Human Rights, which has performed and recorded in various incarnations for more than three decades. The current incarnation has a refined yet organic energy that hasn't been felt since the early days of Human Rights.
HR's music speaks to the youth of today encouraging them to practice gratitude, to never give up on their dreams, and to live in unity.