The Mothership presents HR (founder of Bad Brains) & The Human Rights Movement w/ Los Domingueros, & Iriebellion.

HR is best known as the legendary frontman of the groundbreaking fusion band Bad Brains. Alongside his brother Earl Hudson, guitarist Gary “Dr. Know” Miller, and bassist Darryl Jenifer, HR helped form the band in Washington, D.C. in 1979. Originally performing together as the jazz fusion group Mind Power, the band soon evolved into Bad Brains, combining blistering punk rock with reggae, funk, and spiritual consciousness. With unprecedented speed, precision, and musical ability, Bad Brains took the Washington, D.C. music scene by storm and quickly became one of the most influential bands in American punk history. Their fearless energy and genre-defying sound helped shape the direction of hardcore punk while breaking racial barriers in a predominantly white scene. Beyond the music, HR and Bad Brains introduced the philosophy of Positive Mental Attitude (PMA) — a message of spiritual awareness, unity, and self-empowerment that continues to inspire generations of fans around the world. Today, HR carries that legacy forward with HR & The Human Rights Movement, delivering powerful reggae performances rooted in the same message of positivity, consciousness, and unity that defined his career from the very beginning.

Founded in 2022, Los Domingueros fuse ska, punk, cumbia, salsa, and reggae into a energetic, danceable sound. The lineup reflects the band’s cross-cultural roots, with members hailing from Mexico, El Salvador, and the United States. Lyrically, their songs explore struggle and redemption, delivering a message that resonates while inviting audiences to move. This compelling blend has earned them international gigs and slots with legendary acts, building an impressive résumé and broad fanbase.

Iriebellion is a 6-piece roots reggae influenced band from Taos, New Mexico whose original music features 3-part harmonies, catchy hooks, and high energy bass lines topped off with brilliant guitar solos creating a powerful foundation for gritty lyrics with super conscious hip-hop on top. Their songs bring positive messages about life, love and community. Their music will create an unforgettable experience, that will leave you singing in the sunrise!

Iriebellion has brought forth their 1st album and continues to write more than they can keep up with recording. Look for their 2nd album in 2025. The bands talent, hard work and chemistry has granted them the honor to share the stage with such legendary performers including: Black Uhuru, The Wailers, Stephen Marley, Israel Vibration & Roots Radics, The Itals, The Gladiators, Mike Love, Hirie, Skanks Roots Project and many, many more!

Tickets on sale Wednesday April 8 at 10:00am MDT