Originally posted: June 12/2009
Continuing with the theme of obsessive adoration, today’s treat is none other than Brian Jonestown Massacre. Named in tribute to the legendary Rolling Stones guitarist and his influence in introducing Eastern culture and music into the world of Western rock and roll, the Brian Jonestown Massacre formed in San Francisco, California in 1990. Some 40 different members passed through the group’s ranks over the years, but throughout their focal point remained singer/guitarist Anton Newcombe, bassist Matt Hollywood, guitarist Dean Taylor, organist Mara Keagal, accordionist Dawn Thomas, and drummer Brian Glaze.
Despite a continued lack of major distribution, the Brian Jonestown Massacre earned the largest profile of its career in 2004, when they became the unlikely focus of an award-winning documentary, DIG!, which charted the trials of Newcombe and those of his rival, Courtney Taylor, leader of the Dandy Warhols. I encourage any music lover to check out this movie.
As per usual, check out the band’s website and enjoy the video and free mp3 below.
Free mp3: Brian Jonestown Massacre – Going To Hell
