A moving musician, between recordings, covers and a tour closure in Mexico.
He Indie Rocks forum! prepares to open its doors to receive J Masciswho comes with his most recent solo album, What do we doand a Setlist who promises to mix the new with his personal selection of Dinosaur Jr.
In his new work, Mascis Explore issues ranging from introspection to uncertainty. Although it is not one of those who speaks much about his music or his inspirations, he suggested that the first Track of the album is special for him.
I always put the song that I like most at the beginning, on all my albums. It's something I like to do, “he said.
The concert in Mexico will not only a presentation of its solo album. Mascis He also plans to try some new things on this visit. In addition, there is a tempting possibility: a cover of “BREATHE” of The Curewhich he published a few days ago. “I've never touched her live, but maybe I try in Mexico, I have some some shows before “. It is an uncertain possibility that is added to others of the covers that touches in your setas “Fade into you” of Mazzy Star and “On The Run” of Greg Sage.
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As for your team, Mascis Keep the simple but effective things: “You know, I usually play a guitar Gibson For the acoustic part, and then I have a case that fits for an electric and an acoustics. So I have a Fender Acoustronic Jazzmaster Maybe he brought as second guitar, just because he fits in the case. It is better to travel with a single case. So I would have both guitars, I guess. “
While preparing for your show in Mexico City, Mascis He also has a look set on the Austin Psych Festwhere he will present with his other project, Heavy Blanket. This will be a special experience for him, since it will be the first time you touch with the drummer King Washam. “It's always good to have something to do, stay busy. So I always have something to think about the next day. With Heavy BlanketI am excited because I have never played with a drummer. King Washam It is one of my favorite drummers of the 80s. It was in many bands that I liked and with which we have already touched. He was in Scratch Acid, Rapeman, Ministry and The Big Boys. So I'm excited. ”
This show Not only will it be special for your return to Mexico, it will also be the closure of your current tour. After that, Mascis will focus on finishing the new album of Dinosaur Jr. In your study in Amherst. He Bisquiteen Studio It is where the band has given life to some of their best jobs. Until now, Mascis He comments that the album is already taking shape and close to leaving this year.
Yes, it's going well for now. Murph has to learn the songs and we have to record the battery parts. That is what we are doing right now. ”
The new album of Dinosaur Jr. It promises to be a continuation of its characteristic sound: distorted guitars, sticky melodies and that raw energy that has defined them since its inception. Although Mascis It does not come into many details about the process, its practical approach and its dedication suggest that it will be a job that will respect the essence of the band while exploring new directions.
