Exclusive video premiere of ‘I Would Like To Pet It’ by JD Pinkus, taken from the upcoming album, ‘Grow A Pear,’ set to release June 7, 2024 via Shimmy-Disc.

JD Pinkus, known for his trailblazing work with the Butthole Surfers and The Melvins, has unveiled his latest single, ‘I Would Like To Pet It.’ This psychedelic bluegrass-infused track is a quirky yet compelling preview from his forthcoming album, Grow A Pear, due out on June 7th via Shimmy-Disc. With its vibrant banjo riffs, twangy energy, and whimsical lyrics, the song encapsulates the boundary-pushing creativity that fans have come to expect from Pinkus.

The song’s accompanying music video, crafted by Richard Mather, best known for his work on Rick and Morty, offers an animated visual journey that perfectly complements the single’s offbeat spirit. Mather’s distinctive style breathes life into the playful narrative of someone who just can’t resist the urge to touch things they shouldn’t, with a blend of quirky animation and subtle humor.

Pinkus’s new album, ‘Grow A Pear,’ promises to be a fascinating extension of his musical exploration. Following his 2021 LP ‘Fungus Shui,’ this latest effort is a potent blend of punk, psychedelic rock, and folk with a bluegrass twist. In his own words, the album represents a culmination of years of work, stemming from contributions intended for a Butthole Surfers project that ultimately evolved into this solo record.

“‘Grow A Pear’ has been in the works for 5 years. What started as my contributions for the “new” Butthole Surfers’ album that was not to be turned into a solo album I recorded with contributions from some of my favorite flavor players to create an album that most represents where I came from and bridges to where I’m at right now,” Pinkus explained. He added, “My wishes for the future are that everyone in the world will finally ‘Grow A Pear’.”

The album promises a diverse array of sounds, with Pinkus describing it as a combination of “heavy psychedelia, drum and bass grooves, bouncy boogie, catchy tunes, and sprinkles of tasty horns, keys, and strings thrown in.” It’s this eclectic approach that has earned him a loyal following across multiple genres.

‘Grow A Pear’ is set for release on June 7th via Shimmy-Disc, and if ‘I Would Like To Pet It’ is any indication, listeners are in for a wild, genre-defying ride. Check out the music video for ‘I Would Like To Pet It’ and mark your calendars for the album’s release next month.

This summer, JD Pinkus is set to hit the road as a special guest on the co-headlining tour of Melvins’ King Buzzo (Buzz Osborne) and Mr. Bungle’s Trevor Dunn. The extensive tour will cover over 40 cities across the United States, showcasing a diverse lineup of artists that is sure to captivate audiences with a mix of rock, punk, and alternative music.

Here’s the full list of tour dates, featuring JD Pinkus:
August 1 Pioneertown, CA Pappy + Harriet’s
August 2 San Diego, CA Casbah
August 3 Long Beach, CA Alex’s Bar
August 5 Los Angeles, CA Lodge Room
August 6 San Francisco, CA The Chapel
August 7 Sacramento, CA Harlow’s
August 9 Portland, OR Mississippi Studios
August 10 Seattle, WA Neumos
August 11 Spokane, WA Knitting Factory Spokane
August 12 Bozeman, MT The ELM
August 14 Salt Lake CITY, UT Urban Lounge
August 16 Fort Collins, CO Aggie Theatre
August 17 Denver, CO Bluebird Theater
August 19 Omaha, NE Slowdown
August 20 Saint Paul, MN Turf Club
August 21 Madison, WI High Noon Saloon
August 22 Chicago, IL Subterranean
August 23 St. Louis, MO Old Rock House
August 24 Louisville, KY Headliners Music Hall
August 26 Grand Rapids, MI The Pyramid Scheme
August 27 Detroit, MI The Shelter
August 28 Cleveland Heights, OH Grog Shop
August 29 Columbus, OH The Basement
August 30 Bethlehem, PA Musikfest Café at the ArtsQuest Center
August 31 Pittsburgh, PA Thunderbird Music Hall
September 1 Jersey City, NJ White Eagle Hall
September 3 Cambridge, MA The Sinclair
September 4 Brooklyn, NY Music Hall of Williamsburg
September 5 Hamden, CT Space Ballroom
September 6 Baltimore, MD Ottobar
September 7 Philadelphia, PA Underground Arts
September 9 Charlottesville, VA The Southern Café & Music Hall
September 10 Carrboro, NC Cat’s Cradle – Back Room
September 11 Charlotte, NC Visulite Theatre
September 12 Athens, GA 40 Watt Club
September 13 Atlanta, GA The Masquerade – Hell Stage
September 14 Nashville, TN Exit In
September 16 Birmingham, AL Saturn
September 17 New Orleans, LA Siberia
September 18 Baton Rouge, LA Varsity Theatre
September 20 Houston, TX House of Blues – Bronze Peacock
September 21 Austin, TX Antone’s
September 22 Dallas, TX House of Blues – Cambridge Room
September 25 Tucson, AZ 191 Toole
September 26 Phoenix, AZ The Rebel Lounge