The Brian Jonestown Massacre is an American musical project and band led by frontman Anton Newcombe. Formed in San Francisco in 1990, the band's music has spanned multiple genres including psychedelic rock, shoegaze, and indie rock, with an eclectic mix of influences such as The Rolling Stones, The Velvet Underground, and The Beatles. The band's name is a portmanteau of The Rolling Stones' guitarist Brian Jones and the infamous Jonestown Massacre led by cult leader Jim Jones. Over the years, The Brian Jonestown Massacre has been known for its prolific output and tumultuous history, with Newcombe being the only consistent member amidst a frequently changing lineup.

Throughout their career, The Brian Jonestown Massacre has released a large number of albums, with a notable surge in creativity leading to several releases in the late 2010s. Their sound is renowned for its authenticity to the spirit of 1960s psychedelia, blended with a modern edge. Albums like "Something Else" and "Don’t Get Lost" continue to exemplify the band's commitment to their unique psychedelic sonic explorations, while singles such as "Fire Doesn’t Grow On Trees" and "The Future Is Your Past" showcase their capacity for evolution and reinvention. Despite internal conflicts and controversies often overshadowing their music, The Brian Jonestown Massacre has cemented its legacy as an influential force in the neo-psychedelic movement.

Genres

Alternative Rock

Bay Area Indie

Garage Rock

Indie Rock

Neo-psychedelic

Noise Pop

Shoegaze

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Latest Release

Abandon Ship (Martian Meltdown Mix)

The Brian Jonestown Massacre

Single - Released November 3, 2023