Deep Wound
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1982 |
| Headquarters | Westfield, Massachusetts , United States |
| Products | Hardcore punk music |
Deep Wound was a hardcore punk group originating from Westfield, Massachusetts, established in 1982. Their discography includes a self-titled 7-inch record and two tracks featured on the compilation album Bands That Could Be God, both of which have become highly valued by enthusiasts and collectors. The band played a significant role in shaping the Massachusetts hardcore punk movement and contributed to the emergence of grindcore.
History
During the early 1980s, guitarist Lou Barlow encountered bassist Scott Helland at a neighborhood record store. Helland had placed an advertisement seeking musicians inspired by bands such as Anti-Pasti and Discharge. Drummer J Mascis responded, auditioned, and joined the group, completing the lineup with vocalist Charlie Nakajima.
The band swiftly produced a demo tape and performed live shows in Boston alongside prominent local hardcore bands including SSD, The F.U.'s, and Jerry's Kids. They issued their self-titled EP through Radiobeat Records and contributed two songs to Gerard Cosloy's compilation Bands That Could Be God. Over time, their musical style transitioned toward a faster, more experimental sound.
Deep Wound dissolved in 1984. Following the breakup, Mascis and Barlow went on to form Dinosaur Jr, with Barlow later establishing projects such as Sebadoh, Sentridoh, and Folk Implosion. Helland created the band Outpatients before joining Frenchy and the Punk. Nakajima went on to form GobbleHoof. Notably, Mascis has been photographed wearing a 'Deep Wound' sweatshirt during Dinosaur Jr. photo sessions.
In April 2004, during a concert in Northampton, Massachusetts featuring Sonic Youth, Dinosaur Jr., and Sebadoh, Deep Wound reunited unexpectedly for a single-song performance.
The British label Damaged Goods released a comprehensive Discography LP in 2005 that compiled their demo, EP, and compilation contributions.
In June 2013, Helland joined members of Dinosaur Jr. on stage at New York City's Governor's Ball to perform "Training Ground."
Lineup
- J Mascis – drums (1982–1984, 2004, 2013)
- Lou Barlow – guitar (1982–1984, 2004, 2013)
- Scott Helland – bass (1982–1984, 2004, 2013)
- Charlie Nakajima – vocals (1982–1984, 2004)
EPs
- Demo cassette (1983, self-released)
- Deep Wound 7-inch EP (1983, Radiobeat)
Compilation albums
- Deep Wound LP (1997, Damaged Goods)
- Almost Complete CD (2006, Baked Goods)
Compilation appearances
- Bands That Could Be God (1984, Conflict/Radiobeat) – tracks: "Time to Stand", "You're False"