Joel Gion

Joel Gion is an American musician, singer, and author, best known as the tambourine player and maracas specialist for the psychedelic rock band The Brian Jonestown Massacre. His memoir In the Jingle Jangle Jungle offers a vivid, irreverent account of life in one of the most volatile and fascinating bands in indie rock history. Gion writes with wit and authenticity about the creative highs, personal chaos, and enduring friendships that defined his decades in music. Available as an audiobook and in print, the book appeals to music fans and listeners who enjoy behind-the-scenes rock memoirs with genuine personality and unvarnished honesty.