Bad Brains

Bad Brains

Country: US

Influential: 61.31% Fanbase: 48.32% Trending: 67.80%
As of: 2025-10-03

Top Brand Affinity

Highest overlapping lifestyle brand

Ampeg • 37.45% • Very Strong

As of 2025-08-15

189,250

Social Media Followers

As of 2025-08-15

00:00:00

Hours Airplay

Updated 2025-10-03 18:39:55 UTC

Genres

rockpost-hardcorerockpunk rockalternativealternative rockalternativepunkhardcore punkpunkska punkblack punknyhcdc hardcore

Scores

Score: DMDB 61.30% | Fanbase 48.30% | Trending 67.80% | CAREER STAGE: MAINSTREAM

Biography

Formed in 1977 in Washington, D.C., Bad Brains fused punk and reggae, setting them apart as a pioneering American hardcore punk band. Their self-titled 1982 debut and 1986's I Against I showcased their unique blend of styles, with later albums like Build a Nation and Into the Future solidifying their relevance well into the 21st century. Despite lineup changes and internal tensions, Bad Brains' impact on the punk scene, highlighted by their energetic performances and positive messages, remains significant.

Bad Brains gained prominence in the D.C. punk community with their high-speed punk rock mixed with reggae influences. The band's early success with singles like "Pay to Cum" led to critical acclaim and a devoted following in the hardcore scene. Despite struggles and lineup shifts, including brief hiatuses and stylistic changes, Bad Brains continued to push boundaries and inspire future generations of punk and alternative music. Their legacy endures through remastered releases and benefit concerts honoring the band's enduring impact.
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Bad Brains Marketing Affinity & Brand Fit Data

Report Date: 2025-08-15

Bad Brains resonates with 25-34 & 18-24 audiences and sustains presence in UNITED STATES, BRAZIL, INDONESIA. The demographic is heavily male (79%), giving brands permission to be specific without narrowing the funnel. Performance concentrates on Youtube, averaging 3,380 avg views per post; Instagram amplifies the conversation around drops and moments. Affinity adjacency with Ampeg, MOOG, Mixcloud maps cleanly into streetwear, music platforms, and lifestyle products. That alignment reduces creative risk and increases the odds of shareable outcomes.

Artist Affinity estimates how strongly an artist's audience overlaps with interest in specific brands, products, and categories. It is derived from aggregated social and behavioral signals—who fans follow, save, click, and engage with—normalized across platforms. Higher affinity suggests better partnership fit and higher likelihood that fans will respond positively to branded content or offers. Use it to shortlist natural brand partners and product concepts that feel authentic to the audience. Combine affinity with Connection Strength (ER) and reach to balance fit with impact. Treat affinity as directional—validate with creative tests and small pilots before scaling.

ER = (likes + comments + shares) ÷ audience per post ≥ 3.0% = Very Strong 2.0–2.99% = Strong 1.0–1.99% = Moderate < 1.0% = Low
How to read it: Pair ER with reach (views/followers) to gauge intensity and scale.
Connection Strength
Artist Bad Brains score 1.82%Moderate bucket.
Brand: AmpegBrand: MOOGBrand: Mixcloud
Followers:189,250
Engagements:3,445
Rate:1.8%
Posts:471
Views:3,380
Avg Likes:3,439
Avg Comments:49
Avg Views:3,380

Audience Demographics & Key Stats

MetricValueWhy It Matters
Social Snapshot Followers 189,250 · Engagements 3,445 · Rate 1.8%
Posts 471 · Views 3,380 · Avg Likes 3,439 · Avg Comments 49 · Avg Views 3,380
Combine reach (followers/views) with ER to size both impact and responsiveness.
Age Breakdown 25-34: 39%
18-24: 36%
35-44: 15%
45-64: 7%
Largest: 25-34 (39%); next: 18-24 (36%)
Gender Split Female: 21%
Male: 79%
Non-binary/Other: 0%
Skews male (79%)
Top Countries UNITED STATES (36%)
BRAZIL (15%)
INDONESIA (5%)
UNITED KINGDOM (5%)
CANADA (4%)
Top regions: UNITED STATES (36%), BRAZIL (15%), INDONESIA (5%)
Platform Engagement Instagram: 3,350 avg likes/post · Youtube: 3,380 avg views/post Best reach: Youtube 3,380 avg views; best engagement: Instagram 3,350 avg likes

Top Brand Affinities

Ampeg
Audio & Music Gear
Score: 37.45
MOOG
Automotive
Score: 21.71
Mixcloud
Entertainment & Media
Score: 19.79
Fred Perry
Apparel & Fashion
Score: 14.95
Akai
Consumer Electronics
Score: 10.44
DC Shoes
Footwear
Score: 8.69
Pro Tools
Tools, DIY & Garden
Score: 7.90
Amazon Music
Entertainment & Media
Score: 7.21
Dr. Martens
Apparel & Fashion
Score: 6.02
Columbia Pictures
Entertainment
Score: 5.46
Volcom
Apparel & Fashion
Score: 5.37
Spotify Music
Entertainment & Media
Score: 5.23
Brand Category Score
Ampeg Audio & Music Gear 37.45
MOOG Automotive 21.71
Mixcloud Entertainment & Media 19.79
Fred Perry Apparel & Fashion 14.95
Akai Consumer Electronics 10.44
DC Shoes Footwear 8.69
Pro Tools Tools, DIY & Garden 7.90
Amazon Music Entertainment & Media 7.21
Dr. Martens Apparel & Fashion 6.02
Columbia Pictures Entertainment 5.46
Volcom Apparel & Fashion 5.37
Spotify Music Entertainment & Media 5.23
Pilsner Urquell Alcoholic Beverages 4.82
Vans Footwear 4.75
Ableton Audio & Music Gear 4.72
Nixon Jewelry & Watches 4.54
Lollapalooza Entertainment 4.39
Warner Bros Entertainment 4.36
Sega Entertainment 4.27
MTV Entertainment 4.26
Kickstarter E-commerce & Marketplaces 4.10
Mortal Kombat Gaming & Esports (Software/Titles) 4.01
Leica Cameras & Photography 3.97
Paramount Pictures Entertainment 3.93
Taco Bell Restaurants & Food Service 3.84
Fallout Gaming & Esports (Software/Titles) 3.81
Hurley Apparel & Fashion 3.68
Carhartt Apparel & Fashion 3.50
Monster Beverage Beverages 3.46
Nickelodeon Entertainment 3.36
Harley-Davidson Automotive 3.33
SoundCloud Entertainment & Media 3.31
Cadillac Automotive 3.11
Guinness Alcoholic Beverages 3.01
Star Wars Entertainment 3.00
WWE Entertainment 2.95
NHL Sports & Outdoors 2.94
Kodak Cameras & Photography 2.86
Nintendo Gaming & Esports (Software/Titles) 2.85
Gundam Toys & Games 2.79
Snoopy And The Peanuts Gang Entertainment 2.77
Comedy Central Entertainment & Media 2.72
Jack Daniels Alcoholic Beverages 2.70
Budweiser Beverages 2.69
Hot Wheels Toys & Games 2.68
Stüssy Apparel & Fashion 2.62
Matrix Beauty & Personal Care 2.57
AMC Entertainment 2.51
Beats Electronics Audio & Music Gear 2.44
Coachella Apparel & Fashion 2.33

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Artist: Bad Brains

Date Range: 2025-10-03 → 2025-10-03
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