Listen to J Mascis and Mike Watt Swap Cover Songs
J Mascis and Mike Watt are collaborating on a new split 7" where they cover each other's songs. Mascis covers fIREHOSE's 'Formal Introduction,' while Watt performs 'The Little Baby' from Dinosaur Jr.'s EP. This release is part of a series organized by Red Parakeet Records, showcasing the fun of reinterpreting peer songs.
- ▪J Mascis and Mike Watt are influential figures in the '90s alt-rock scene.
- ▪The new split 7" features Mascis covering fIREHOSE and Watt covering Dinosaur Jr.
- ▪This release is the third in a cover series by Red Parakeet Records.
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NewsListen to J Mascis and Mike Watt Swap Cover SongsOn a new split 7", the ’90s alt-rock figures tackle Dinosaur Jr. and fIREHOSE deep cutsBy Nina CorcoranMay 25, 2026J Mascis, 2024; Mike Watt, 2017; Getty ImagesSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this storyJ Mascis and Mike Watt helped define the ’90s alt-rock scene through their bands Dinosaur Jr. and Minutemen. Now, they’re covering each other’s songs for a new split 7" arranged by Austin label Red Parakeet Records. Instead of tackling the Minutemen, though, Mascis dives into fIREHOSE’s 1991 deep cut “Formal Introduction,” while Watt lets loose on a wailing rendition of “The Little Baby” from Dinosaur Jr.’s 1991 EP Whatever’s Cool With Me.
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