On the chilly evening of October 26, 2022, the city of Munich welcomed the ferocious sounds of Dinosaur Jr., an alternative rock band known for its fusion of punk rock noise and melodic harmonies, at the Neue Theaterfabrik venue. The night’s event, part of the band’s tour, was eagerly awaited by fans especially after its rescheduling from the initial date of April 12, 2022, at Ampere im Muffatwerk​¹​.

As the lights dimmed and the crowd’s anticipatory murmurs hushed, the iconic trio, led by J Mascis, stormed the stage with a blast of energy that defied the autumn chill. They kicked off their set with “The Lung”, a classic that never fails to rouse the audience, before diving into a repertoire that spanned their extensive discography, including tracks like “I Ain’t”, “Feel the Pain”, and “Start Choppin”​²​.

Not just content with playing their own hits, Dinosaur Jr. also paid homage to The Cure with a cover of “Just Like Heaven”, bringing a wave of nostalgia and a singalong chorus that echoed through the hall. The band’s lineup for the night was further enriched with Garcia Peoples, who shared the stage, adding a layer of musical exploration that blended seamlessly with Dinosaur Jr.’s raw energy​³​.

The concert was more than just a musical feast; it was an exhibition of enduring vitality from a band that has weathered the storms of the music industry for over three decades. Critics have rated Dinosaur Jr.’