Being in a successful band like Pearl Jam obviously gives you a fair amount of freedom creatively and financially to embark on a project like Tone. Do you think this record would have come to pass in its current form had you not achieved musical success within the band?
Can you tell us about the obvious change in guitar tone around and after the Vitalogy record?
This issues has never been addressed and serves as one of the great mysteries of the band. I wouldn't ask this question here, but it has never been addressed.
Timbaland knows the way to the top o the charts,
maybe if you work with him you could perfect the art!
Any opinions on the Chris Cornell "experiment"?, could you or would you ever go off the deep end and record something 180 degrees from Pearl Jam? Do you feel that working with a big name pop producer is "selling out"?
You must have to make some VERY tough decisions when considering how to divvy up the material, keeping some for Pearl Jam and some for your solo projects... Do you ever wish something you used for Pearl Jam you had kept for your own solo endeavor so that it would have had a different flavor?
Must also take the opportunity to thank you for so many fantastic, meaningful, and musical years. Thank you, Jeff!!!
I wanted to know how many different bass guitars did you use to record this album and also what other instruments you play on this album(do you sing on this album)? your friend....d.c.1984!!!
-I'm confused, this is something else than the anticipated project with Pinnick and Stuverrud right?
-Is this something you always (starting 12 years ago) wanted to do, or did it slowly evolved into a solo-project. Like: hey, I have 12 great songs that didn't fit the pearl jam catalog or the upcoming pinnick project. Let's sing them myself and release a solo record!
What was the hardest part about doing the solo album, what was the easiest, and what was most surprising?
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Did you draw on the other members of Pearl Jam for advice or inspiration when making or recording this album?? Also when will Pearl Jam be Comeing back to Newfoundland?????
Thanks Jeff!!!!
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st. john's newfoundland, sept. 25/2005
alot of your writing credits for pearl jam and especially with three fish has a heavily eastern inspired feel to it (that i love)... it really balances out eds punk background and mikes hard rock... how much of that can we look forward to on your solo album and what in your background contributes to your interest in it?
Did you approach writing the lyrics for this album differently because they were for your voice rather than for Eddie's or Robbi Robb's, or was there no real difference in the process involved?
Thanks
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If you had to count the total amount of gear (just bass equipment), how many basses, amps, effects, mics, pickups,and pics (if applicable) did you use on your new record? And if so, what would be your favorite combination of the equipment? Could it be done live exactly as it was recorded?
"What state of mind is the best for creating that unique sound? A depressing, intoxicated, optimistic, or even random feeling of creativity? What are you thinking or doing at the time a sound catches your ear as something to pursue?"
THANK YOU AND KEEP UP THE AMAZING SOUND!
-TONY CLIFTON
San Luis Obispo, CA
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Heya Jeff, glad you are releasing a solo album. If you are going to tour will you come to the UK too? We totally missed out when Stone brought out Bayleaf.
Also what happened to Montanna? Is that part of your solo album or is that still giong to be released??
THANKS!!
Jeff,
Its good to hear you finally doing something a bit pronouced outside of Pearl Jam. Could you tell us what differences you are aiming for between this and Pearl Jam...What are you intending to express, or experiment with that you either felt you couldn't with Pearl Jam, or are just going out on a whim for..??
Won't you come see me, Queen Jane....
Leaving the pillow alone tonight
And I can see for miles
Speak father with all your might
Drive in one last nail
I’d walk right into your hands
From the end of the earth
I’d make one final stand
If you could see what I’m worth
first let me start by saying thank you for the mini east coast tour this summer! you guys brought joy to a very trying summer(family health issues) and it really helped me stay positive.
And now my question is : Ed seems to "lord" over the studio when PJ makes an album (which is fine with me ) how smoothly did things go being in total control of the creative process without his significant input?(seeing it has been almost 2 decades since that has happened)
i wish you the best of luck on your solo venture and look forward to hearing it when it's released.
- As you know, in this decade, one of the most focused themes of the music world is piracy. What do you think about it? Are you concerned that there are people downloading your work for free or you just don't care about such things and just want your music to be listened by everyone, even those who don't pay for it?
or
- Record finished. Are you fulfilled by your work, i mean, does the "final product" match with your primary expectations?
or
- I'm from Portugal, so, I'd like to know if our landscapes had, somehow, inspired you. If not, did some country specially inspired you, you know, the mix of grey and green tones of some European cities, or the crashing waves of some Australian beach, for example..?
or
- One album and 5 senses. If you had to describe the mood of your album using the 5 senses, how would it be? Which smells, sounds, shapes and tastes come to your mind?
Well, I'm Portuguese, I'm sorry if my english is not 100% correct. And thanks for this great opportunity, really.
how would you describe your style of Bassplaying on your record "Tone"?
Is it as smooth as it often is in Pearl Jam Songs or are there elements of a more funky style?
Have you got a favourite scale?
Matt Cameron said that Eddie Vedder is really good at fitting lyrics to a specific piece of music. Is this the part of songwriting that you find most challenging? If not, what do you find most challenging?
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Being in a successful band like Pearl Jam obviously gives you a fair amount of freedom creatively and financially to embark on a project like Tone. Do you think this record would have come to pass in its current form had you not achieved musical success within the band?
This issues has never been addressed and serves as one of the great mysteries of the band. I wouldn't ask this question here, but it has never been addressed.
How do you decide whether or not to use the material for Pearl Jam records to use it as you for your solo endeavors.
maybe if you work with him you could perfect the art!
Any opinions on the Chris Cornell "experiment"?, could you or would you ever go off the deep end and record something 180 degrees from Pearl Jam? Do you feel that working with a big name pop producer is "selling out"?
You must have to make some VERY tough decisions when considering how to divvy up the material, keeping some for Pearl Jam and some for your solo projects... Do you ever wish something you used for Pearl Jam you had kept for your own solo endeavor so that it would have had a different flavor?
Must also take the opportunity to thank you for so many fantastic, meaningful, and musical years. Thank you, Jeff!!!
Best,
Jennifer
-I'm confused, this is something else than the anticipated project with Pinnick and Stuverrud right?
-Is this something you always (starting 12 years ago) wanted to do, or did it slowly evolved into a solo-project. Like: hey, I have 12 great songs that didn't fit the pearl jam catalog or the upcoming pinnick project. Let's sing them myself and release a solo record!
thanks, joost
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2003: East Troy; Clarkston1
2004: Toledo; Grand Rapids
2006: Grand Rapids; Auburn Hills
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2013: Wrigley Field
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Thanks Jeff!!!!
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also, tell barry to keep up the good work
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Did you approach writing the lyrics for this album differently because they were for your voice rather than for Eddie's or Robbi Robb's, or was there no real difference in the process involved?
Thanks
years ago robbi robb said 'I like it when jeff sings'.
well, I like it when jeff sings too, that ramone's cover of yours is my favourite 45, question is - do YOU like it when jeff sings?
(if you don't sing on this album then i'll presume that the answer is no.)
j.
ps. thanks for the mixtape. it's still good.
pps. answer dunkman's question.
when my ears ring, my heart beats
THANK YOU AND KEEP UP THE AMAZING SOUND!
-TONY CLIFTON
San Luis Obispo, CA
-Mark Twain
Also what happened to Montanna? Is that part of your solo album or is that still giong to be released??
THANKS!!
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Its good to hear you finally doing something a bit pronouced outside of Pearl Jam. Could you tell us what differences you are aiming for between this and Pearl Jam...What are you intending to express, or experiment with that you either felt you couldn't with Pearl Jam, or are just going out on a whim for..??
Leaving the pillow alone tonight
And I can see for miles
Speak father with all your might
Drive in one last nail
I’d walk right into your hands
From the end of the earth
I’d make one final stand
If you could see what I’m worth
Nothing As It Seems is one of my favourite song, a masterpiece in my opinion.
Will I find similar atmospheres in "Tone"?
p.s. I really hope there's nothing like Sweet Lew instead....please forgive me, just a joke!! ;-)
p.p.s. If there will be a solo tour, please don't forget Italy!!
Love,
Irene
If there was a reason, it was you
Serena.
first let me start by saying thank you for the mini east coast tour this summer! you guys brought joy to a very trying summer(family health issues) and it really helped me stay positive.
And now my question is : Ed seems to "lord" over the studio when PJ makes an album (which is fine with me
i wish you the best of luck on your solo venture and look forward to hearing it when it's released.
thank you
Erik-
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or
- Record finished. Are you fulfilled by your work, i mean, does the "final product" match with your primary expectations?
or
- I'm from Portugal, so, I'd like to know if our landscapes had, somehow, inspired you. If not, did some country specially inspired you, you know, the mix of grey and green tones of some European cities, or the crashing waves of some Australian beach, for example..?
or
- One album and 5 senses. If you had to describe the mood of your album using the 5 senses, how would it be? Which smells, sounds, shapes and tastes come to your mind?
Well, I'm Portuguese, I'm sorry if my english is not 100% correct. And thanks for this great opportunity, really.
how would you describe your style of Bassplaying on your record "Tone"?
Is it as smooth as it often is in Pearl Jam Songs or are there elements of a more funky style?
Have you got a favourite scale?
Bässte Grüße,
Paul from Germany
Having dominated a solo project, will you now demand to sing Indifference at every PJ show??