Here are some of my pics from Chicago 2.
Row 12 Center
Fantastic pics! Thanks!
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I thought both nights were awesome but I do agree that night 2 was better. It seemed like night 1 (even though it was awesome in itself) was just a build up to night 2-- in much the same way that the first notes of Corduroy start off slow but then when the "The waiting drove me mad," part comes up, it seems like the crowd, the band, and everything else is making enough noise to blow the roof off.
I have seen them 7 times now and I just love the setlists-- tonight was no different. It wasn't that I got to hear songs that I never heard before live or anything like that (although that was awesome), but I just love how the setlists are put together-- one minute you feel like you are going to pass out if you jump around jamming too much longer, and the next they hit you with a song like Nothingman where you can just nod your head along and have a drink.
I always feel bad for the people who must be first timers because the stage will go dark and Eddie will say thank you and the band will go off stageto take a break and they will start heading for the exits because they think it is over. Then they have to turn around half way and rush back because things are starting again. The secret is to watch for the guys coming up on stage to switch out guitars, etc.
I was glad to hear the drum solo during Even Flow. I heard it at either Bonnaroo or Lollapalooza before and I was hoping it would happen on night 1, but it was saved for night 2. It was a great show-- I can't think of anything I would rather do than go to a Pearl Jam show.
Great time all around, my 1st time in Chicago and to get 2 amazing shows....wow. Hard to Imagine was tight, and is such a great opener. Too many great performances to mention. 2nd night I had better seats, as I think everyone else had. Energy was a bit better imo. Great Memories all around
amazing,amazing ,amazing .set list was top class and mike was on fire.I went to see clapton,winwood weeks before this concert and i never thought that this concert would be topped but pearl jam blew them out of the water.The best i have ever seen pearl jam.
The band was simply amazing with never ending energy. It was the best PJ show I have ever attended. While "epic" is a very bold statement, I would call this show as close to that as possible.
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I'm still trying to remember a PJ show that I liked better than night 2…I've only been going to PJ shows since 2000, so I don't have a huge number of experience to judge from, but I struggle with remembering any show that left me as floored as night 2. State College 03, maybe…but this show was more streamlined and cleanly executed.
Anyway, me and the guy I was with were both in awe after Monday's show. We both thought night 1 was great, but something about night 2 topped it. The show was just so solid - from the crowd's energy level to the band's energy level to the set list. Brother was the only song I had never heard live, but the familiar songs didn't phase me. In My Tree was unreal, too. When it started with the original drums, I was really excited. Even songs that I've heard live so many times (i.e. Better Man, Even Flow, Daughter) had extra life injected into to them.
After seeing the band over 20 times now, I sometimes wonder what the band can possibly do to beat some of my previous experiences, but they did it again Monday. I can't pinpoint the reasons, but as a show - from start to finish - it was simply perfect. I just hope that the bootleg is as good as I remember it. It's funny…whenever I start to drift away a little and think about skipping a show here and there, PJ will play a show like this and reaffirm why I need to travel all over the damn country chasing the experience. Great two shows and definitely worth the trip! Looking forward to my next show on Halloween…oh…and BACKSPACER!!! (Got Some and The Fixer are so good live)
It's funny…whenever I start to drift away a little and think about skipping a show here and there, PJ will play a show like this and reaffirm why I need to travel all over the damn country chasing the experience.
"And then Chicago happened:
2 nights
56 songs
Only 7 repeats
Let me say that again, in case you missed it:
Only 7 repeats
This wasn't two separate shows in the same city, this was one 2-part show. It was a marathon 4.5 hour concert, with a 22 hour encore break in the middle. It was a concert to be remembered and cherished. "
Nicely put. Couldn't have said it better. Trip well worth it from Atlantic Canada. Loved Chicago.
"And then Chicago happened:
2 nights
56 songs
Only 7 repeats
Let me say that again, in case you missed it:
Only 7 repeats
This wasn't two separate shows in the same city, this was one 2-part show. It was a marathon 4.5 hour concert, with a 22 hour encore break in the middle. It was a concert to be remembered and cherished. "
Nicely put. Couldn't have said it better. Trip well worth it from Atlantic Canada. Loved Chicago.
It's been a long time since I've seen the band. In 2006 had my first set of twins and missed that tour. got by inbetween with the solo show in Chicago last year. 2008 has been a doozey of a year for my little family to say the least....added another bean to our pod Feb 2009 and lost her twin sister the same day. Bittersweet indeed. So needless to say, I needed these shows. I needed them bad. I happened upon the ticket sales online here and actually got both nights. We laid out the plans...it would be a family trip. in the day do the fun kid things like the zoo and museum. at night, go to the concerts. It turned out beautifully. We stayed downtown and had so much fun. Loved my 3 yr old sporting his Pearl Jam shirt all around. Night one was just...ah....for me, personally, it was cathartic. They started with Long Road which I've heard numerous times at my shows, but this time it was different. I recently had the lyric "I have wished for so long, how I wish for you today" stamped on a charm and put on a necklace in honor of my daughter who passed 45 minutes into her life. Hearing it for the first time live since that day...pierced my heart and soul. I couldn't help but cry. The night was beautiful for my husband and I. Night 2 was amazing, alot louder for some reason but so high energy it was great to get our spirits back up after such a long year. There's just something about going to see they guys who pour their hearts and souls into their craft that just turns you back around, gets you back on track. But I needn't remind you all of that. You know that feeling all too well, too, I'm sure.
So thanks for a great experience, guys. As always, forever grateful and indebted.
oh Ed! what big vinyl you have!
Won't let the light escape from me
Won't let the darkness swallow me
It's been a long time since I've seen the band. In 2006 had my first set of twins and missed that tour. got by inbetween with the solo show in Chicago last year. 2008 has been a doozey of a year for my little family to say the least....added another bean to our pod Feb 2009 and lost her twin sister the same day. Bittersweet indeed. So needless to say, I needed these shows. I needed them bad. I happened upon the ticket sales online here and actually got both nights. We laid out the plans...it would be a family trip. in the day do the fun kid things like the zoo and museum. at night, go to the concerts. It turned out beautifully. We stayed downtown and had so much fun. Loved my 3 yr old sporting his Pearl Jam shirt all around. Night one was just...ah....for me, personally, it was cathartic. They started with Long Road which I've heard numerous times at my shows, but this time it was different. I recently had the lyric "I have wished for so long, how I wish for you today" stamped on a charm and put on a necklace in honor of my daughter who passed 45 minutes into her life. Hearing it for the first time live since that day...pierced my heart and soul. I couldn't help but cry. The night was beautiful for my husband and I. Night 2 was amazing, alot louder for some reason but so high energy it was great to get our spirits back up after such a long year. There's just something about going to see they guys who pour their hearts and souls into their craft that just turns you back around, gets you back on track. But I needn't remind you all of that. You know that feeling all too well, too, I'm sure.
So thanks for a great experience, guys. As always, forever grateful and indebted.
I am positive everyone here has been waiting patiently for my review of Chicago II...I am sure you have all been sitting on the edge of your seats waiting for my review.....
So here it is!!!!!
I enjoyed Chicago I a little more.....
There you have it......
Take me piece by piece..... Till there aint nothing left worth taking away from me.....
I was stoked when they started playing this! I heard it in New York last year and just love it live.
Thanks for sharing your video.
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I am positive everyone here has been waiting patiently for my review of Chicago II...I am sure you have all been sitting on the edge of your seats waiting for my review.....
So here it is!!!!!
I enjoyed Chicago I a little more.....
There you have it......
I don't know why... but me too. LOVED them both though!
"A lot more people are capable of being big out there that just don't give themselves a chance." -Stone Gossard
I read a review of Chicago I the morning after Chicago II. Mentioned the days of Ed climbing things may be reaching an end and I smiled ear to ear with the thought of Ed standing on that speaker Monday night.
I'm still trying to remember a PJ show that I liked better than night 2…I've only been going to PJ shows since 2000, so I don't have a huge number of experience to judge from, but I struggle with remembering any show that left me as floored as night 2. State College 03, maybe…but this show was more streamlined and cleanly executed.
Anyway, me and the guy I was with were both in awe after Monday's show. We both thought night 1 was great, but something about night 2 topped it. The show was just so solid - from the crowd's energy level to the band's energy level to the set list. Brother was the only song I had never heard live, but the familiar songs didn't phase me. In My Tree was unreal, too. When it started with the original drums, I was really excited. Even songs that I've heard live so many times (i.e. Better Man, Even Flow, Daughter) had extra life injected into to them.
After seeing the band over 20 times now, I sometimes wonder what the band can possibly do to beat some of my previous experiences, but they did it again Monday. I can't pinpoint the reasons, but as a show - from start to finish - it was simply perfect. I just hope that the bootleg is as good as I remember it. It's funny…whenever I start to drift away a little and think about skipping a show here and there, PJ will play a show like this and reaffirm why I need to travel all over the damn country chasing the experience. Great two shows and definitely worth the trip! Looking forward to my next show on Halloween…oh…and BACKSPACER!!! (Got Some and The Fixer are so good live)
I'm still trying to remember a PJ show that I liked better than night 2…I've only been going to PJ shows since 2000, so I don't have a huge number of experience to judge from, but I struggle with remembering any show that left me as floored as night 2. State College 03, maybe…but this show was more streamlined and cleanly executed.
Anyway, me and the guy I was with were both in awe after Monday's show. We both thought night 1 was great, but something about night 2 topped it. The show was just so solid - from the crowd's energy level to the band's energy level to the set list. Brother was the only song I had never heard live, but the familiar songs didn't phase me. In My Tree was unreal, too. When it started with the original drums, I was really excited. Even songs that I've heard live so many times (i.e. Better Man, Even Flow, Daughter) had extra life injected into to them.
After seeing the band over 20 times now, I sometimes wonder what the band can possibly do to beat some of my previous experiences, but they did it again Monday. I can't pinpoint the reasons, but as a show - from start to finish - it was simply perfect. I just hope that the bootleg is as good as I remember it. It's funny…whenever I start to drift away a little and think about skipping a show here and there, PJ will play a show like this and reaffirm why I need to travel all over the damn country chasing the experience. Great two shows and definitely worth the trip! Looking forward to my next show on Halloween…oh…and BACKSPACER!!! (Got Some and The Fixer are so good live)
State College was a very, very nice show.
i won the state college boot at the pre-party..yes it was
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LOL! One of the best parts of the night: "Mike would f***ing KILL someone if he didn't get to play this song!"
I have seen them 7 times now and I just love the setlists-- tonight was no different. It wasn't that I got to hear songs that I never heard before live or anything like that (although that was awesome), but I just love how the setlists are put together-- one minute you feel like you are going to pass out if you jump around jamming too much longer, and the next they hit you with a song like Nothingman where you can just nod your head along and have a drink.
I always feel bad for the people who must be first timers because the stage will go dark and Eddie will say thank you and the band will go off stageto take a break and they will start heading for the exits because they think it is over. Then they have to turn around half way and rush back because things are starting again. The secret is to watch for the guys coming up on stage to switch out guitars, etc.
I was glad to hear the drum solo during Even Flow. I heard it at either Bonnaroo or Lollapalooza before and I was hoping it would happen on night 1, but it was saved for night 2. It was a great show-- I can't think of anything I would rather do than go to a Pearl Jam show.
That was fucking hilarious when Eddie said that. haha
Thank u Ed, Mike, Stone, Jeff, Matt and Kenneth
What a town!
I am right by your side.
i usually don't record but i was tired and had seen this the night before
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfWXiw0NEo8
here's mine....not sure why it didn't upload in HD
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1998: Noblesville; 2003: Noblesville; 2009: EV Nashville, Chicago, Chicago
2010: St Louis, Columbus, Noblesville; 2011: EV Chicago, East Troy, East Troy
2013: London ON, Wrigley; 2014: Cincy, St Louis, Moline (NO CODE)
2016: Lexington, Wrigley #1; 2018: Wrigley, Wrigley, Boston, Boston
2020: Oakland, Oakland: 2021: EV Ohana, Ohana, Ohana, Ohana
2022: Oakland, Oakland, Nashville, Louisville; 2023: Chicago, Chicago, Noblesville
2024: Noblesville, Wrigley, Wrigley, Ohana, Ohana; 2025: Pitt1, Pitt2
Anyway, me and the guy I was with were both in awe after Monday's show. We both thought night 1 was great, but something about night 2 topped it. The show was just so solid - from the crowd's energy level to the band's energy level to the set list. Brother was the only song I had never heard live, but the familiar songs didn't phase me. In My Tree was unreal, too. When it started with the original drums, I was really excited. Even songs that I've heard live so many times (i.e. Better Man, Even Flow, Daughter) had extra life injected into to them.
After seeing the band over 20 times now, I sometimes wonder what the band can possibly do to beat some of my previous experiences, but they did it again Monday. I can't pinpoint the reasons, but as a show - from start to finish - it was simply perfect. I just hope that the bootleg is as good as I remember it. It's funny…whenever I start to drift away a little and think about skipping a show here and there, PJ will play a show like this and reaffirm why I need to travel all over the damn country chasing the experience. Great two shows and definitely worth the trip! Looking forward to my next show on Halloween…oh…and BACKSPACER!!! (Got Some and The Fixer are so good live)
...chasing the experience.
very nice.
2 nights
56 songs
Only 7 repeats
Let me say that again, in case you missed it:
Only 7 repeats
This wasn't two separate shows in the same city, this was one 2-part show. It was a marathon 4.5 hour concert, with a 22 hour encore break in the middle. It was a concert to be remembered and cherished. "
Nicely put. Couldn't have said it better. Trip well worth it from Atlantic Canada. Loved Chicago.
BOOT! BOOT! BOOT! BOOT!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jo6bJI337SM
Thanks!
that gave me chills. forgot i got to see that one!
2:54 is awesome. a genuine "fuck yea"
It's been a long time since I've seen the band. In 2006 had my first set of twins and missed that tour. got by inbetween with the solo show in Chicago last year. 2008 has been a doozey of a year for my little family to say the least....added another bean to our pod Feb 2009 and lost her twin sister the same day. Bittersweet indeed. So needless to say, I needed these shows. I needed them bad. I happened upon the ticket sales online here and actually got both nights. We laid out the plans...it would be a family trip. in the day do the fun kid things like the zoo and museum. at night, go to the concerts. It turned out beautifully. We stayed downtown and had so much fun. Loved my 3 yr old sporting his Pearl Jam shirt all around. Night one was just...ah....for me, personally, it was cathartic. They started with Long Road which I've heard numerous times at my shows, but this time it was different. I recently had the lyric "I have wished for so long, how I wish for you today" stamped on a charm and put on a necklace in honor of my daughter who passed 45 minutes into her life. Hearing it for the first time live since that day...pierced my heart and soul. I couldn't help but cry. The night was beautiful for my husband and I. Night 2 was amazing, alot louder for some reason but so high energy it was great to get our spirits back up after such a long year. There's just something about going to see they guys who pour their hearts and souls into their craft that just turns you back around, gets you back on track. But I needn't remind you all of that. You know that feeling all too well, too, I'm sure.
So thanks for a great experience, guys. As always, forever grateful and indebted.
Won't let the light escape from me
Won't let the darkness swallow me
Aw. That's such a sad and sweet story. Beautiful.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViJb1RCUv8w
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmI-lgbGqAI
The Golden Age is 2 months away. And guess what….. you’re gonna love it! (teskeinc 11.19.24)
1998: Noblesville; 2003: Noblesville; 2009: EV Nashville, Chicago, Chicago
2010: St Louis, Columbus, Noblesville; 2011: EV Chicago, East Troy, East Troy
2013: London ON, Wrigley; 2014: Cincy, St Louis, Moline (NO CODE)
2016: Lexington, Wrigley #1; 2018: Wrigley, Wrigley, Boston, Boston
2020: Oakland, Oakland: 2021: EV Ohana, Ohana, Ohana, Ohana
2022: Oakland, Oakland, Nashville, Louisville; 2023: Chicago, Chicago, Noblesville
2024: Noblesville, Wrigley, Wrigley, Ohana, Ohana; 2025: Pitt1, Pitt2
So here it is!!!!!
I enjoyed Chicago I a little more.....
There you have it......
Till there aint nothing left worth taking away from me.....
I was stoked when they started playing this! I heard it in New York last year and just love it live.
Thanks for sharing your video.
I don't know why... but me too. LOVED them both though!
Love ya PJ.
State College was a very, very nice show.