System Of A Down's Shavo Odadjian will be directing the first video from Bad Brains' new album, their first in over ten years, 'Build A Nation'. The album will be released on 25th June.
Shavo says of his role:
"I've been a fan of the Brains ever since I can remember. They are iconic pioneers of punk, not just the music but the attitude. The energy that comes off their stage is like no other. HR's performances have effected not only my band, but almost every heavy band in our era. Another major inspiration is their message of trying to promote righteousness and living the righteous way. I am going to rock this video for the Brains and try to capture their intense energy. It's a big responsibility... I'm honored."
The band have already had production assistance from another famous fan, Beastie Boys' Adam Yauch, who describes the band as "powerful and unique". The tracklisting for 'Build A Nation' reads as follows:
1. Give Thanks And Praises
2. Jah People Make The World Go Round
3. Pure Love
4. Natty Dreadlocks 'Pon The Mountain Top
5. Build A Nation
6. Expand Your Soul
7. Jah Love
8. Let There Be Angels (Just Like You)
9. Universal Peace
10. Roll On
11. Until Kingdom Comes
12. In The Beginning
13. Send You No More Flowers
14. Peace Be Unto Thee