Description
Human Rights – Our Faith – Cassette
Our Faith is an album by the reggae band Human Rights, also known as H.R. or H.R. and Human Rights, fronted by Paul ‘H.R.’ Hudson, the iconic lead vocalist of the influential hardcore punk band Bad Brains. H.R. is known for blending elements of reggae, punk, and Rastafarian spirituality into his music, and Human Rights became an outlet for him to fully explore his love for reggae and the messages of peace, love, and Rastafarian faith.
Our Faith embodies the roots reggae sound that H.R. adopted after his more punk-centric work with Bad Brains. His transition from hardcore punk to reggae was fueled by his deepening interest in Rastafarianism and the belief in positive messages of love, unity, and spirituality. The album reflects these themes, often conveying messages of upliftment, resistance, and personal faith, driven by steady reggae rhythms, melodic basslines, and H.R.’s emotive vocal delivery.
Dub-influenced reggae grooves featuring deep basslines and reverb-heavy instrumental sections. Conscious lyrics focused on spirituality, the teachings of Rastafarianism, and calls for social change and unity. H.R.’s signature voice, blending soulful, melodic delivery with occasional bursts of his punk energy, showcasing the duality of his music background.
H.R.’s work with Human Rights represents his personal journey through spirituality and reggae music, as distinct from his hardcore punk roots with Bad Brains. Our Faith continue to resonate with fans of reggae, especially those who appreciate the mix of spirituality and socially conscious messages. H.R.’s contribution to both punk and reggae solidifies him as a unique figure in music history, bridging genres and spreading messages of peace and resilience.
For those who appreciate roots reggae, spiritual music, or want to explore the broader spectrum of H.R.’s work outside of Bad Brains, ‘Our Faith’ is a meaningful entry in his catalog.
Featuring HR, the lead singer of the Bad Brains
Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic seal
Railroad Records
Track Listing
1. Fatherless Children
2. When You’re Forsaken
3. Here I Am
4. Revolt
5. Our Faith
6. Rest Stop
7. For The Love Of Jah Nation
8. Good To Go
9. We Sight
