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DINOSAUR JR. IN CONCERT:
Dinosaur Jr. have a sound just as monstrously huge and playful as their name would suggest. Ticket buyers swoon for the monolithic volume, fuzzed-out riffs, tongue-in-cheek lyrics, and passionate angst these alt rock legends bring to the stage. Long-haired leader J. Mascis blasts out masterful licks and pummeling power chords in front of three amplifiers that tower menacingly over his head, bassist Lou Barlow pumps out killer jams as he thrashes around stage, and drummer Murph beats up his skins like he’s hammering against an anvil. These monsters of noisy alternative are sure to rock out on favorites like “Freak Scene”, “Little Fury Things”, and “Feel the Pain” whenever they bring their ferocious sound on tour.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
The roots of Dinosaur Jr. lie in the Amherst, MA hardcore band Deep Wound, where guitarist/singer J. Mascis met bassist Lou Barlow. Following that band’s dissolution in 1984, the two reached out to fellow hardcore devotee Emmett Jefferson “Murph” Murphy III and formed a band. They dubbed themselves Dinosaur for their self-titled 1985 debut album, adding the Jr. diminutive later that year to distinguish themselves from a band of the same name. Their 1987 sophomore album You’re Living All Over Me became a major milestone in underground music, blending classic rock songcraft with outbursts of noisy feedback and punk angst. The band began to experience commercial success starting with the 1988 college radio hit “Freak Scene”, but Barlow departed to exercise more creative control in his lo-fi band Sebadoh. Original drummer Murph exited following 1991’s Green Mind, leaving Mascis the sole original member as Dinosaur Jr. continued to score hits into the ‘90s. In 2005 Mascis turned up at a Sebadoh concert to discuss a potential reunion, after which he and Barlow reached out to Murph. Since reuniting, the trio has released the powerful and critically acclaimed albums Beyond (2007), Farm (2009), and I Bet on Sky (2012). With their extensive catalog of old favorites and new gems, the group continues to be an earth-shaking force of nature at their concerts.
Dinosaur Jr. is without a doubt one of the best rock bands ever. They trully inbody the feel of rock n' roll. J Mascis is the best guitar player sence Hendrix! Plus they are the loadest band ever making it that much more of an experience to remember.
Live and loud is how would describe DJR in Williamburg. A great mix of new and old tunes putting the power in power trio
Mascis wailed. No question. Maybe I'm getting old but it was loud, painfully loud, and I really didn't enjoy many of the tunes played. But as long as Jay did a 5 minute solo at the end of each song it didn't matter. Also: Blue Point on tap was just what the doctor ordered
Great mix of old & new Dinosaur. Original lineup, amps turned up to the max, what could be better?
They were great, they played stuff from just about every era. The crowd dissolved into a mosh pitt about an hour in. There were alot of the classics, and a lot from Farm. They played the Jam band angle very well.
Dinosaur Jr can still shred it after all these years, classic tunes from their first 3 albums as well as some new jams. Great set and Lou Barlow kills! Dinosaur Jr. is still the real deal! I wish they would've played more tunes from You're Living All Over Me but I can't complain.
The vocals were drowned out by the music....much more so than similar shows at small venues. It was unfortunate because Jay Mascis' vocals are truly the center of the band.
Let me start by stating that I am a HUGE Dinosaur, Jr fan. I have every album, EP, import...you name it. First off, I do not think this is the best Dinosaur, jr line up. But that is just a personal preference. Regardless, I was totally bored by the show and the set list. The fans suffer because this trio didn't record much of the material that became Dinosaur, Jr and J Mascis & the Fog. Too many eras were ignored at this show and great songs never played (and not just at the show I saw - but also on the tour). Basically, I think Mascis is lazy. he acts lazy, sounds lazy, and it feels like he is doing this because he needs the money. Sure, he has never been the king of charisma - but he played energizing shows. This one was a snore. I loved hearing a few of my favorites. But they were not worth the price of admission. Sorry j - I am moving on. Ps: I should add that I had seen Wilco the night before. Their live show made dinosaur jr look pretty junior.
Great concert at a great venue. Noisy and loud as it should be.
Full set, full blast. Relentless. Truly amazing to watch these masters play their instruments. Most of the songs were off their new album so I didn't recognize them but I was still blown away and into every one of em. That is hard to say about most bands. Saw Henry Rollins in the corner head banging away. He was as stoked as I was. If you haven't picked up Farm yet, DO IT!
They've never sound better. A great mix of new tunes and old classics.
