By Azzam Bilal 
HangupsMusic.com – As the legendary alternative rock trio Dinosaur Jr. begins the initial leg of their tour supporting their latest studio effort, There Near, the band has officially announced a significant expansion of their North American itinerary. Fans can now expect the group to remain on the road well into 2027, with a newly added string of dates scheduled for February and March of that year. This extension reinforces the band’s reputation as one of the most hardworking and enduring fixtures in the alternative rock landscape, ensuring that their wall-of-sound performances reach even more cities across the continent.
The announcement comes at a pivotal moment for the band, consisting of the classic lineup of J Mascis, Lou Barlow, and Murph. Their new album, There Near, marks their first full-length release in five years, following the critical success of 2021’s Sweep It Into Space. For a group that has been active, in various iterations, since the mid-1980s, the five-year gap represented a period of anticipation for a fanbase that has grown to rely on the band’s consistent output of high-volume, melodic indie rock. The new material has been described as a seamless continuation of their signature sound—blending Mascis’s idiosyncratic, shredding guitar solos and laconic vocal delivery with the grounded, driving rhythm section provided by Barlow and Murph.
To accompany the news of the tour extension, Dinosaur Jr. has also unveiled a striking new music video for the track “Everything At Once.” The visual piece, directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Guy Kozak, offers a surreal and humorous look at the concept of domesticity and the passage of time. The video follows a protagonist dressed in full medieval plate armor as he navigates the mundane tasks of a typical day in rural America. The juxtaposition of the knight—a symbol of ancient chivalry and warfare—against the backdrop of contemporary suburban life provides a poignant commentary on the feeling of being an anachronism.
In the video, the knight is seen performing chores that would be familiar to any homeowner: he meticulously mows a lush green lawn, scrubs a modern vehicle in a driveway, and tends to a backyard barbecue. The clanking of the armor serves as a silent rhythmic counterpoint to the song’s distorted melodies. In more quiet moments, the knight is depicted sitting on a fallen log deep in the woods, seemingly lost in thought. Kozak’s direction captures the textures of the American landscape with a cinematic quality that mirrors the expansive, fuzzy production of the track itself. The video has already sparked conversation among fans for its blend of deadpan humor and melancholic beauty, qualities that have long been hallmarks of the Dinosaur Jr. aesthetic.
The 2027 tour dates will see the band traveling through a variety of iconic venues, starting with a two-night residency at Brooklyn Steel in New York. From there, they will head south through Pennsylvania, Maryland, and North Carolina before embarking on an extensive run through Florida. The tour then swings back through the Midwest, hitting legendary stages such as First Avenue in Minneapolis and The Vic in Chicago, before concluding the announced run in Boston at the House of Blues.
Joining Dinosaur Jr. for the majority of these newly announced dates is the Los Angeles-based rock outfit Starcrawler. Known for their explosive live performances and a sound that bridges the gap between 1970s glam rock and gritty punk, Starcrawler provides a high-energy contrast to Dinosaur Jr.’s more stoic stage presence. Led by the charismatic and theatrical frontwoman Arrow de Wilde, Starcrawler has built a reputation as one of the most visually and sonically arresting bands of the current era. The pairing of the veteran masters of the "ear-bleeding country" style with the youthful, jagged energy of Starcrawler promises a concert experience that spans the breadth of the rock genre.
This tour extension is just the latest in a series of busy moves for J Mascis and his bandmates. Earlier in the year, Mascis engaged in a notable creative exchange with another titan of the underground scene, Mike Watt. The two musicians released a split 7-inch single on which they swapped cover songs, a project that delighted long-time followers of the SST Records era of independent music. Furthermore, the band spent much of the previous summer traversing the United States on a successful co-headlining tour with the indie-rock powerhouse Snail Mail, proving that Dinosaur Jr. remains a relevant and sought-after act for younger generations of listeners.
The longevity of Dinosaur Jr. is a subject of much admiration within the music industry. Since their 2005 reunion of the original lineup, the band has arguably been more prolific and consistent than they were during their initial run in the 1980s. While many of their contemporaries have faded into the nostalgia circuit, Mascis, Barlow, and Murph have continued to push forward, releasing a string of albums that are regarded by critics as being on par with their seminal early work like You’re Living All Over Me and Bug. Their ability to maintain their core identity while subtly evolving their songwriting has allowed them to avoid the pitfalls of creative stagnation.
The upcoming 2027 dates represent more than just a promotional cycle for There Near; they are a celebration of a band that has survived internal strife, industry shifts, and the changing tides of musical fashion. The "Everything At Once" video, with its armored protagonist, perhaps serves as a metaphor for the band itself—a heavy, storied entity moving through a world that is constantly changing, yet remaining fundamentally unchanged in its mission.
Tickets for the 2027 extension are expected to be in high demand, as the band’s live shows are legendary for their sheer volume and Mascis’s virtuosic guitar work. Often surrounded by a literal wall of Marshall amplifiers, Mascis delivers solos that are as emotive as they are loud, creating a visceral experience that has become a rite of passage for alternative rock fans. With Starcrawler opening the show, the upcoming tour is set to be one of the definitive rock events of the next few years.
Below is the updated and complete itinerary for the upcoming Dinosaur Jr. North American tour dates:
02-11 Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Steel
02-12 Brooklyn, NY – Brooklyn Steel (with Starcrawler)
02-13 Philadelphia, PA – Union Transfer (with Starcrawler)
02-16 Silver Spring, MD – Fillmore (with Starcrawler)
02-18 Carrboro, NC – Cat’s Cradle (with Starcrawler)
02-19 Jacksonville, FL – FIVE (with Starcrawler)
02-20 St. Petersburg, FL – Jannus Live (with Starcrawler)
02-23 Orlando, FL – Plaza Stage (with Starcrawler)
02-25 Athens, GA – Georgia Theatre (with Starcrawler)
02-26 Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl (with Starcrawler)
02-27 Cincinnati, OH – Bogart’s (with Starcrawler)
03-02 Kansas City, MO – The Truman (with Starcrawler)
03-04 Minneapolis, MN – First Avenue
03-05 Chicago, IL – The Vic (with Starcrawler)
03-06 Detroit, MI – The Majestic Theatre (with Starcrawler)
03-07 Toronto, ON – Danforth Music Hall (with Starcrawler)
03-13 Boston, MA – House of Blues
As Dinosaur Jr. prepares to embark on this extensive journey, the release of the "Everything At Once" video serves as a perfect entry point for those looking to dive into the world of There Near. Whether they are performing in the heart of New York City or the storied venues of the Midwest, the band continues to prove that their specific brand of melodic noise is timeless. The addition of the 2027 dates ensures that the "Dinosaur" will continue to roam the musical landscape for the foreseeable future, bringing their singular vision to audiences old and new.
