In Session
Compilation of BBC session recordings by Dinosaur Jr from various sessions between 1988-1992. Features tracks from their early albums performed live in the BBC studios.
Tracklist
- In A Jar
- Leper
- Keep The Glove
- Budge
- Bulbs Of Passion
- Raisins
- Keeblin
- No Bones
- Does It Float
- Get Me
About the Sessions
The “In Session” compilation brings together recordings from multiple BBC sessions spanning Dinosaur Jr’s early career from 1988 to 1992. This collection captures the band during their formative years, featuring both the original lineup of J Mascis (guitar/vocals), Lou Barlow (bass), and Murph (drums), as well as later sessions with Mike Johnson on bass.
Recording Sessions
The tracks on this compilation were recorded across several different BBC sessions:
- January 3, 1989: “In A Jar” and “Keep The Glove”
- November 8, 1988: “Leper”, “Bulbs Of Passion”, and “Raisins”
- April 25, 1989: “Budge” and “Keeblin”
- November 24, 1992: “No Bones”, “Does It Float”, and “Get Me”
Historical Context
These sessions capture Dinosaur Jr during their breakthrough period, when they were establishing their signature sound and gaining recognition in the alternative rock scene. The recordings showcase the band’s evolution from their raw early material through their more refined work, spanning multiple lineup changes and musical developments.
Released in 1999 on Strange Fruit Records (SFRSCD078), this compilation was distributed by Pinnacle and features artwork by Philipp Virus with design by Barefoot. The liner notes were written by Byron Coley, providing context for these important session recordings.
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