J Mascis

J Mascis (born Joseph Donald Mascis Jr., 10 December 1965) is an American guitarist, singer and songwriter from Massachusetts, best known as the founder of alternative rock band Dinosaur Jr. and earlier a member of hardcore punk group Deep Wound. Alongside solo recordings, he has led projects including J Mascis + The Fog and the stoner/doom outfit Witch, with work spanning indie and noise rock to acoustic folk.

Lo-fi Grunge Punk Rock Folk Rock Hard Rock

News

J Mascis Drops Split 7" with Mike Watt

J Mascis26 May

The new release features covers of deep cuts from Dinosaur Jr. and fIREHOSE, highlighting the artists' mutual respect and influence.

New Release·Pitchfork

J Mascis Covers Mike Watt Songs on Split Release

J Mascis22 May

The new split release features J Mascis covering tracks from Mike Watt's band, celebrating their shared history as SST Records labelmates.

Mentioned·Stereogum

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