Justin Cary
Bassist, Session Musician
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- 1975 – June 18, 20261975 – Jun 18, 2026
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Key moments and achievements from Justin Cary's life.
Justin was born
Role
Cary joined the band as bassist, replacing founding member J.J. Plasencio. He came aboard as the group was recording their breakthrough self-titled album, beginning what would become a nearly thirty-year association with the band.
Role
Cary joined the band as bassist, replacing founding member J.J. Plasencio. He came aboard as the group was recording their breakthrough self-titled album, beginning what would become a nearly thirty-year association with the band.
Chart Milestone
The Sixpence None the Richer single "Kiss Me," propelled by appearances in the film "She's All That" and on "Dawson's Creek," peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and finished the year as the sixth-best-selling single in the country. Cary performed the distinctive bass line on the track.
Chart Milestone
The Sixpence None the Richer single "Kiss Me," propelled by appearances in the film "She's All That" and on "Dawson's Creek," peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and finished the year as the sixth-best-selling single in the country. Cary performed the distinctive bass line on the track.
Award
"Kiss Me" received a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 42nd Grammy Awards, recognizing the song's widespread commercial and critical impact.
Award
"Kiss Me" received a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals at the 42nd Grammy Awards, recognizing the song's widespread commercial and critical impact.
Recording
Cary performed on Sixpence None the Richer's studio album "Divine Discontent," their second major label release, continuing his role as the band's bassist through the latter part of their original run.
Recording
Cary performed on Sixpence None the Richer's studio album "Divine Discontent," their second major label release, continuing his role as the band's bassist through the latter part of their original run.
Recording
Following the band's reunion, Cary returned to record "Lost in Transition," the group's first album of primarily original material in a decade, marking his continued commitment to the band's long-form story.
Recording
Following the band's reunion, Cary returned to record "Lost in Transition," the group's first album of primarily original material in a decade, marking his continued commitment to the band's long-form story.
Tour
Cary participated in Sixpence None the Richer's 25th anniversary reunion tour with the classic lineup, performing songs from across the band's catalog including their signature hit.
Tour
Cary participated in Sixpence None the Richer's 25th anniversary reunion tour with the classic lineup, performing songs from across the band's catalog including their signature hit.
Justin Cary passed away