For 40 years, J Mascis has quietly led his incredibly loud band into the annals of indie rock. But during his annual vacation in Cape Cod, he opened up about almost everything: interpersonal dynamics,...

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Remembering Dave Kendall with part 1 of an archival episode of Party 360 from 8/9/19. He hosted the show 2008-2022.

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