Is Backspacer PJ's Final Album?

dudeman

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.

InMyTree4

i doubt it is i bet we will get 2-3 more

youngster

The same argument about The End was made after Binaural's Parting Ways. I don't think they are done by a long shot. I honestly think they will still be making albums 15 years from now.

SOLAT319

You'll look at this thread in 5-years time and laugh about how silly you were for even considering that

Jerome230

I recall in the past week reading something where Ed said they're about halfway through their career.

gettingright

either way, no matter how much "evidence" one might conjure up, the answer can only be conjecture at best. and, what if it is the last album? is there some reward for "calling it."

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."

donraven

No it will not. Need proof? Here is a quote from a recent MTV interview:

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

See here for the interviews: http://www.twofeetthick.com/2009/09/bac ... e-with-us/

pjfan021

springsteen...the who...the stones...pearl jam sounds twice as good as any of those bands did when they were in their mid 40's. I don't see them walking away anytime in the next 5 years.

philthehip

I personally feel PJ will still be releasing music well into their 50s. I think we will be enjoying new music when we are all thinking about buying driving shoes

KDH12

YES

slightofjeff

Depends. Is your 10C number better than mine?

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.

hollow bottle

They have been Pearl Jam for most of their adult life. They are a special pact. I honestly don't think that the lyrics on the new album are a hint of the bands' end. And who would have thought that Ten would be the first of the many albums they did? The guys have gotten along pretty damn well. That is good news. I could see if Mike hated Stone and Stone hated Eddie and Mike and Jeff was a drug addict etc... These guys can't stop, No Way. That would suck!

bigbadbill

cropduster82 wrote:

The same argument about The End was made after Binaural's Parting Ways. I don't think they are done by a long shot. I honestly think they will still be making albums 15 years from now.

Hell, if Kiss is still making albums, and they're all in their 50s-60s, then there you have it.

dudeman

First, I hope that you guys are right.

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.

slightofjeff

dudeman wrote:

First, I hope that you guys are right.

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.

EquallyWorthless

doubt it. they seem like they are having more fun playing now then they ever have.

PJ Fan est. 1990

i see PJ as being one of those long lasting bands that keep playing till someone who is a main contributor dies...like the who, they were around until keith moon died, but he wasn't a main contributor, then in 2001 they came back to play for 9/11 heroes at MSG, then John Entwhistle died, but he still wasn't a main contributor, both of them were replaced by younger "kids", but as soon as Pete Townshend or Roger Daughtry pass, the who will be no more...:(

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

corduroykelly

So there has been no talk by pearl jam or anyone that this is their last album but let's start a thread insinuating it is. Why? Are you that bored? And doesn't every pearl jam album have the same theme somewhat on every last song on each album? Yea pretty much!

drew0

Doesn't this get brought up every time they release an album?

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...

demetrios

with a diffent style of record, and a band that continues to kick ass live, these guy's aren't going anywhere's for a very, very long time! they are the rolling stones of my generation!

todd1974

it's their own fault for naming the last track 'the end'

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.