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J Mascis

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.

Albums

2005 J + Friends Sing + Chant for Amma
2011 Several Shades of Why
2014 Tied to a Star
2018 Elastic Days
2024 What Do We Do Now
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Latest Articles

Features / Music
Dinosaur Jr.’s J Mascis: ‘I’ve Definitely Got Some Good Memories Of Coming Down To Australia’
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.
News / Music
Rock Legend & Dinosaur Jr Frontman J Mascis Is Releasing A Signature Fender
"It feels amazing to have a signature guitar. It's not something I ever imagined, but I’m truly honoured."
Features / Music
Photo by Cara Totman
Not As Much Goes Into A J Mascis Guitar Solo As You Might Think
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.
News / Music
J Mascis Confirms 2019 Australian Tour
The Dinosaur Jr legend returns.
Reviews / Album
Album Review: J Mascis - Elastic Days
"The familiar drawl here is easier to decipher and more emphasis is placed on providing interesting and personal perspectives."
Reviews / Live
Live Review: J Mascis, Adalita
Age shall not weary J Mascis.
Reviews / Live
Live Review: J Mascis, Betsy Blue
Contemporary guitarist J Masics delivers jaw dropping solos sure to make your hairs stand on end.
Reviews / Live
Live Review: J Mascis, Adalita
Melbourne were immersed in J Mascis' bittersweet sounds.
Features / Music
Solo Career 'Easy Compared To' Playing In Dinosaur Jr
"It’s just playing songs."
News / Music
J Mascis Announces Australian Tour
The Dinosaur Jr frontman will visit our shores this Feb
Reviews / Album
Album Review: J Mascis - Tied To A Star
This is pure J Mascis.
Features / Premiere
PREMIERE: Stream J Mascis' New Album, 'Tied To A Star'
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