Decades after they started, Bad Religion’s "Candidate" still feels like it was written for this exact morning. It’s rare for a band to maintain this level of biting critique for over four decades without losing their edge. Greg Graffin’s "naturalist" perspective continues to offer a unique, non-dogmatic lens on the chaos of the modern world.
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Lead singer Greg Graffin is also an academic with a PhD from Cornell. 🧠 From their 1980 debut in LA opening
45 years of intellectual punk rock. 🧠 From their 1980 debut in LA opening for Social Distortion to becoming the "professors" of the genre, Bad Religion has redefined what it means to be a socially conscious band. Whether it’s the melodic harmonies of Suffer or the raw energy of Age of Unreason , their legacy as trailblazers is untouchable. Favorite album? Let’s settle it in the comments. 💿🔥 Decades after they started
They are currently working on a new album, prioritizing quality and "community" over speed. Notable Era: 2025 marks their 45th anniversary as a band.