Born: 10 / 12 / 1965
Location: United States
Joseph Donald Mascis Jr. (born December 10, 1965), better known as J Mascis, is an American musician who is the singer, guitarist and main songwriter for the alternative rock band Dinosaur Jr. He has also released several albums as a solo artist and played drums and guitar on other projects. He was ranked number 74 in a Rolling Stone list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists", and number 5 in a similar list for Spin magazine in 2012.
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As noise-rock legends Dinosaur Jr. prepare for their Australian tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their classic 1993 album Where You Been, frontman J Mascis reflects on his uncompromising band’s moment in the mainstream.
"It feels amazing to have a signature guitar. It's not something I ever imagined, but I’m truly honoured."
Decorated rock’n’roll veteran J Mascis tells Steve Bell about dialling back the rock histrionics in his solo work, and how if you want something done properly, you sometimes gotta do it yourself.
The Dinosaur Jr legend returns.
"The familiar drawl here is easier to decipher and more emphasis is placed on providing interesting and personal perspectives."
Age shall not weary J Mascis.
Contemporary guitarist J Masics delivers jaw dropping solos sure to make your hairs stand on end.
Melbourne were immersed in J Mascis' bittersweet sounds.
"It’s just playing songs."
The Dinosaur Jr frontman will visit our shores this Feb