Earl Hudson (born December 16, 1957) is the drummer for
Bad Brains, Born in
Alabama, he is the younger brother of the band's lead singer
H.R.. Although he has rarely recorded or performed outside of the band, he and bandmates, guitarist
Dr. Know and bassist
Darryl Jenifer, were recruited by rapper
Lil' Jon, a longtime fan of the band, to record the song "Real Nigga Roll Call", which interpolated the music of
I Against I 's "Re-Ignition". He has appeared also on the albums by H.R. as well as in his live band in 80s and 90s.