J.Mascis performs at Current Studios

April 6, 2011

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St. Paul, Minn. — Best-known as the frontman for Dinosaur Jr., J Mascis is–somewhat surprisingly–laconic and soft-spoken. In interviews, he is known for his minimal responses and repeated disdain for enthusiasm. Besides Dinosaur Jr., Mascis has played in a number of other noisy, dense bands including Witch, Sweet Apple and Deep Wound.

His first acoustic solo effort, “Several Shades of Why,” is a far cry from his previous collection of guitar- and voice-shredding anthems. On this album, he collaborated with Kurt Vile (who he’s currently touring with), Broken Social Scene’s Kevin Dre, and Band of Horses’ Brian Bidwell to produce a delicate record that showcases his versatility as a singer, guitarist and songwriter.

Songs performed: “Listen To Me,” “Several Shades Of Why” and “Little Fury Things.”