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Is Backspacer PJ's Final Album?
First, I do not intend this thread to upset anyone in any way, and I also have heard no rumors or mention of Backspacer being Pearl Jams final studio album.
However, the general theme of this album seems to lean heavily toward making up for lost time with loved ones, being grateful for meaningful relationships and finally, saying goodbye to this life. These are all things that come into play when someone knows that their time in this world is drawing to a close. The lyrics in "The End" refer to catching a disease and saying good-bye to his wife and kids. I certainly hope that this is only for the sake of the song, and that everyone in the band and all of their loved ones are safe and healthy. This is my interpretation of the album as a whole and very well, may not be what Pearl Jam intended.
I also think it's fitting that the first track on their first album is called "Once" and featured the lyric "Once upon a time" while the last song on their last album is titled "The End". These are fitting titles to open and close such a meaningful and timeless catalog of works.
I also hope that Pearl Jam continue to make music together for many years to come. They have been a strong influence on me since the early "90's and have consistently exceeded the level of greatness that I have learned to expect from them. I am, and will continue to be, a grateful and loyal fan of Pearl Jam and their music. They have given this world and it's people so much to celebrate, appreciate and recognize as beautiful.
Thank you, Pearl Jam.
However, the general theme of this album seems to lean heavily toward making up for lost time with loved ones, being grateful for meaningful relationships and finally, saying goodbye to this life. These are all things that come into play when someone knows that their time in this world is drawing to a close. The lyrics in "The End" refer to catching a disease and saying good-bye to his wife and kids. I certainly hope that this is only for the sake of the song, and that everyone in the band and all of their loved ones are safe and healthy. This is my interpretation of the album as a whole and very well, may not be what Pearl Jam intended.
I also think it's fitting that the first track on their first album is called "Once" and featured the lyric "Once upon a time" while the last song on their last album is titled "The End". These are fitting titles to open and close such a meaningful and timeless catalog of works.
I also hope that Pearl Jam continue to make music together for many years to come. They have been a strong influence on me since the early "90's and have consistently exceeded the level of greatness that I have learned to expect from them. I am, and will continue to be, a grateful and loyal fan of Pearl Jam and their music. They have given this world and it's people so much to celebrate, appreciate and recognize as beautiful.
Thank you, Pearl Jam.
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if this is the last album, we won't know for quite sometime. and, it is highly unlikely that the band sat down and said, "well guys i think this is our capstone project." with another responding, "let's name the last song to secretly let our fans know about it."
So, will those other songs that didn’t make the cut get banished to the bottom of the group’s B-sides pile? Not quite. In fact, they’ve got big plans for those too. “We still have other songs that are out there that are from this session that we may do something with in about six months,” McCready said.
AND an interview with the Toronto Star recently:
“We’re already talking about making the next record, and how stoked we are. And we’re making it with Brendan obviously – although he doesn’t know it yet.” - Jeff
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If so, yes, this the final album AND the final tour. There is no reason for you to renew your membership when it comes up.
for the least they could possibly do
Second, I don't think that it would be a decision among band members to end Pearl Jam, but rather one of them no longer be with us. (God forbid.)
Also, this is just for the sake of discussion, obviously.
So you're basically asking if you think Pearl Jam is predicting one of its members' own deaths on Backspacer?
I don't understand what you're asking, or why.
for the least they could possibly do
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the same will be for PJ...if anything unfortunate like Mike, Jeff, or Matt passing away, the band might still last, but if Ed or Stone dies, they are pretty much the driving forces of this band, and then they will end...thats how i predict it happening...fortunately all are healthy enough to not pose a risk of passing away anytime soon (all of them are pretty smart and grown up with kids and aren't all that into the whole Sex, Drugs, and Rock n' Roll...ok maybe the last part, but they aren't living the party life syle, at least not anymore)...if only ed would stop smoking...that's pretty much the greatest risk of this band ending shorter than expected
I say no, unless circumstances arise that we don't currently know about.
If it was their last album, meaning they were planning to break up, we would know about it. It would be a dick move for them to get this tour done and then say "Okay, we're done for good." Not to mention, considering their recent "rise to fame" again that these last 2 albums brought (at least a lot more press coverage and people knowing about them again), I can't see them stopping while they're at the highest point in their career in over a decade...
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jesus.
the same thing happened with fugazi's album: end hits. People thought they were toast, and they went on to release, well, one more album.
I am asking if anyone has deduced from the lyrical content on Backspacer alone, that everyone in PJ may not be OK and may not be around much longer. That seems to jump right out at me while listening to the new album. There is a sadness there that I haven't heard before on any other Pearl Jam records.
I'm not trying to predict anything, wish anyone harm, or insinuate that they're finished. I'm asking if anyone else interpreted the album the same way I did, and if they would like to discuss that. Nothing more.
Of course not. That's absurd.
Ok, I'll bite. Ed wrote all the lyrics to Backspacer, and the first time I listened the album, specifically The End, I couldn't help that he was not only looking back on his life and changing his focus on things and his future, that by the time the album's over, he is somewhat looking forward to changing paths. Don't jump on me for my opinion; it's really the first thing that came to mind. That he's thankful that he's been saved from his wounds and is looking forward to a bright future. Doesn't mean the band's over, but the album's lyrical story spoke to me of a personal journey and that journey may take him in a different direction. I still find the conclusion to The End completely depressing because I do get the feeling that he's foretelling of an ending.
Again, it's just. my. opinion. I understand if people don't agree, or don't like my initial feeling of it, but the OP was looking for someone to relate to. You never know; tomorrow I may have a different take on it all. I like to think and ponder over these things and I always am open to other avenues of interpretation.
I think we'll see PJ for many years to come.
Band members have already talked about having enough left over material from Backspacer for their next album.. their chances of making another album are greater now than they've ever been in the past.
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London Shepherds Bush Empire 2009, Manchester Evening News Arena 2009, London O2 Arena 2009
Dublin, Belfast, Hyde Park 2010
Manchester Arena 1 and 2, Stockholm, Oslo 2012
Amsterdam 1 and 2, Leeds, Milton Keynes Bowl 2014
Wrigley Field 1 and 2 2016
London 1 and 2 2018
Fenway Park 1 and 2 2018
Pearl Jam's last album should have been two albums ago.
Just kidding.