Dinosaur Jr. has unveiled “Blowin’ Up,” the second single from their upcoming 13th studio album, There Near. One of two album tracks penned by Lou Barlow (and featuring the lo-fi god on vocals), “Blowin’ Up” doesn’t entirely share the fuzzy guitars and extra sunny vibes of lead single “Several Got Away.” It does, however, feature “pointed and timely attacks on our current regime,” according to a press release. With melodies that maintain a “friendly mien,” and lyrics that “cut like knives,” it sure sounds like the best version of Dinosaur Jr. Listen to it below.
Upcoming Album and Tour
Due out August 28th via Jagjaguwar, There Near serves as Dinosaur Jr.’s first new album since 2021’s Sweep It Into Space. It was recorded over the course of a year at Bisquiteen Studio in Amherst, Massachusetts, by the core trio of J Mascis, Murph, and Barlow. Mascis played much of the album on a 70’s Mesa Boogie MK 1 amp, the same amp that engineer Chris Dixon had when they recorded their 1985 debut album. “You always hear how Rick Rubin always makes bands he’s producing sit down and listen to their first album and say let’s get back to that sound. So I just gave myself his advice,” Mascis said in a statement.
Tour Dates and Ticket Information
As previously reported, Dinosaur Jr. will support the new LP with a fall 2026 US tour, including shows with Band of Horses. Look for tickets here. Tickets for Dinosaur Jr.’s upcoming tour are on sale now via Ticketmaster and the band’s official website. For all their co-headlining dates this summer with Band of Horses, tickets are available here.
Revisit our interview with Dinosaur Jr.’s J Mascis and Snail Mail’s Lindsay Jordan from last year’s Guitar Week, where the two rounded up the 10 albums that made them great guitar players.
Album Tracklist and Artwork
There Near Tracklist:
01. Several Got Away
02. No Friends
03. Everything At Once
04. Take Me With You
05. Blowin’ Up
06. Gone Off
07. Clam Along
08. Walk Me Back
09. Read The Room
10. Put It Down
11. No One’s Ready
Dinosaur Jr. 2026 Tour Dates:
07/30 — Davenport, IA @ Capitol Theatre +
07/31 — West Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom +
08/01 — Omaha, NE @ Astro Theater +
10/09 — Las Vegas, NV @ Brooklyn Bowl *
10/10 — Tempe, AZ @ Marquee Theatre *
10/11 — Solana Beach, CA @ Belly Up *
10/15 — Anaheim, CA @ House of Blues *
10/16 — Los Angeles, CA @ The Bellwether *
10/18 — San Francisco, CA @ The Castro Theatre *
10/20 — Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades *
10/22 — Portland, OR @ Revolution Hall *
10/23 — Seattle, WA @ Neptune *
10/24 — Seattle, WA @ Neptune *
10/26 — Salt Lake City, UT @ Complex *
10/29 — Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre *
10/30 — Fort Collins, CO @ Washington’s *
11/02 — Dallas, TX @ Granada Theater *
11/04 — Houston, TX @ House of Blues *
11/05 — Austin, TX @ Stubb’s *
11/06 — San Antonio, TX @ Paper Tiger *
11/07 — New Orleans, LA @ Tipitina’s *
In conclusion, Dinosaur Jr. is gearing up for a big year with the release of their new album There Near and a fall US tour. Fans can expect to hear new music, including the recently released single “Blowin’ Up,” and classic Dinosaur Jr. tracks. With their unique sound and energetic live performances, Dinosaur Jr. is sure to delight audiences across the country. Be sure to check out their tour dates and get your tickets now to experience it all for yourself.
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