Dinosaur Jr. - There Near

Finally! The sixth studio album from Dinosaur Jr. recorded in the 20 years since their triumphant rebirth. Created in short, intense bursts over the course of a year at Amherst's Bisquiteen Studio, There Near was recorded almost entirely by Dino's core trio -- Murph on drums, Lou Barlow on bass/vocals, and J Mascis on guitar/vocals -- with piano and organ work by Ken Mauri.

The album roars from start to finish, offering an instantly recognizable blend of loose vocals, sharp guitars, and an animalistic rhythm section. J Mascis's guitar tone throughout There Near is particularly notable, perhaps owing to his use of a recently acquired 70's Mesa Boogie MK 1 amp, the same model used during the recording of their first album, aiming to recapture a specific, interesting sound.

• Sixth studio album by Dinosaur Jr.
• Recorded by the core trio: Murph, Lou Barlow, and J Mascis
• Features contributions from Ken Mauri on piano and organ
• Showcases J Mascis's distinctive guitar work, influenced by a vintage Mesa Boogie MK 1 amp

This vinyl release from Jagjaguwar captures the raw energy and unique sound that defines Dinosaur Jr.