Dinosaur Jr. is an American rock band from Amherst, Massachusetts. Formed in
1984 by guitarist and vocalist J Mascis, bassist and vocalist Lou Barlow, and
drummer Murph, the group is widely regarded as an influential figure within the
alternative rock scene. The group released their self-titled debut album
independently in 1985. Their next album, 1987’s You’re Living All Over Me, was
recorded with help from Sonic Youth engineer Wharton Tiers. The album increased
the band’s profile, steadily gaining a following within the independent rock
circuit. Their third album Bug was release...