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Jeremys SpokenJeremys Spoken Posts: 7,578
edited March 2008 in The Porch
Hey guys, I decided to sign up after lurking for a while..

My story, Name is Brian Im from Staten Island NY, 17 years old, will be 18 in June.. Im a fairly new PJ fan.. started to listen to them Hardcore in 2004 (I know, it blows.. Im aware that they have achieved a HUGE fan base before I started listening .. so I was a late bloomer..)

I can not express how MUCH PJ has gotten me through. In February of 2005 I lost my father I took it extremely bad, but listening to songs like Alive,Black,Yellow Ledbetter, rear view mirror, cover of crazy mary.. Ed's voice lifted my spirits, and it was if through the lyrics they were telling me it's gonna be alright. 4 years later everyday since.. I have listened to Pearl Jam EVERY night before I go to sleep. I sit back at night lights off, listening to The Gorge Box set, Lost dogs, Ten, Vitalogy.. and just drift into deep thought..

Pearl Jam's music, Vedder's lyrics, Mike's guitar, Matt's drums.. they all flow together and the sound they make is genius. I have never seen them live EVER.. I missed out on every local show.. like Garden in 2003 Continental...etc.. I hope to make it out to Bonnaroo this year, if not.. I hope the swirling rumors of them doing MSG come true!

Im sorry for sounding stupid.. I just wanted to express my love for one of the greatest bands of our time, and how they have helped me get through tough times.. Nothing helps my day when it's shitty than popping in a PJ CD.. ALL is well in the world when Ed is singing..
2008 - MSG 6/24-6/25
2010 - Newark 5/18 MSG 5/21
2011 - PJ20 9/3-9/4
2012 - MIA Festival 9/2
2013 - Wrigley Field 7/19 Brooklyn 10/18-10/19 Philly 10/22
2015 - Colbert show - 9/23 Global Citizens Festival 9/26
2016 - Philly 4/28-4/29 MSG 5/1-5/2



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  • facepollutionfacepollution Posts: 6,834
    Welcome!

    Don't worry about sounding stupid, we've all been there - this band's music has helped most people here at some point in their lives.
  • Jeremys SpokenJeremys Spoken Posts: 7,578
    facepollution wrote:
    Welcome!

    Don't worry about sounding stupid, we've all been there - this band's music has helped most people here at some point in their lives.
    It's crazy.. u pop in a cd, and for a hour or two.. nothing matters.. hope I don't come off as depressed lol.. Im a happy kid, and I LOVE my life.. but PJ's music makes u think lol, it's that DAMN sound.. very melodic..
    2008 - MSG 6/24-6/25
    2010 - Newark 5/18 MSG 5/21
    2011 - PJ20 9/3-9/4
    2012 - MIA Festival 9/2
    2013 - Wrigley Field 7/19 Brooklyn 10/18-10/19 Philly 10/22
    2015 - Colbert show - 9/23 Global Citizens Festival 9/26
    2016 - Philly 4/28-4/29 MSG 5/1-5/2



  • FifthelementFifthelement Lotusland Posts: 6,961
    Welcome. I too was a long time lurker that recently joined. I know what you mean about PJ getting you through tough times. Hope things are well and that you get to see them live soon. It is an experience not to be missed.

    Cheers!
    "What the CANUCK happened?!? - Esquimalt Barber Shop
  • Jeremys SpokenJeremys Spoken Posts: 7,578
    Fifthelement wrote:
    Welcome. I too was a long time lurker that recently joined. I know what you mean about PJ getting you through tough times. Hope things are well and that you get to see them live soon. It is an experience not to be missed.

    Cheers!
    Thanks man! Yeah, my summer, actually senior year of High School will be complete if they go on tour this summer..

    Got my license
    Graduating
    Hopefully going to Bonnaroo that's like our graduation vacation.. lol..

    If not, and they DO go on a tour of NY or NJ.. I will be at EVERY show..
    2008 - MSG 6/24-6/25
    2010 - Newark 5/18 MSG 5/21
    2011 - PJ20 9/3-9/4
    2012 - MIA Festival 9/2
    2013 - Wrigley Field 7/19 Brooklyn 10/18-10/19 Philly 10/22
    2015 - Colbert show - 9/23 Global Citizens Festival 9/26
    2016 - Philly 4/28-4/29 MSG 5/1-5/2



  • the wolfthe wolf Posts: 7,027
    hey there!!

    welcome to the board. i for one dont think any part of your post sounds stupid at all.

    you are right on all counts.

    and your not a late bloomer,, you cant help when you were born.

    anyway, stick around, it's loads of fun here.

    -steve.
    Peace, Love.

    "To question your government is not unpatriotic --
    to not question your government is unpatriotic."
    -- Sen. Chuck Hagel
  • facepollutionfacepollution Posts: 6,834
    Jeremy's Spoken wrote:
    It's crazy.. u pop in a cd, and for a hour or two.. nothing matters.. hope I don't come off as depressed lol.. Im a happy kid, and I LOVE my life.. but PJ's music makes u think lol, it's that DAMN sound.. very melodic..

    Yeah I know exactly what you mean, and what I like about Pearl Jam is that they have a song to match every mood. It's also very uplifting music, even when it deals with heavy subject matters. I think it's that uplifting quality that so many people identify with.

    And yes indeed, they are not to be missed live!
  • meisteredermeistereder Posts: 1,577
    Welcome!

    I got into Pearl Jam when I was 18 too. But that was in 1991.

    If you feel this way now, wait till you see them live.
    San Diego 10/25/00, Mountain View 6/1/03, Santa Barbara 10/28/03, Northwest School 3/18/05, San Diego 7/7/06, Los Angeles 7/9/06, 7/10/06, Honolulu (U2) 12/9/06, Santa Barbara (EV) 4/10/08, Los Angeles (EV) 4/12/08, Hartford 6/27/08, Mansfield 6/28/08, VH1 Rock Honors The Who 7/12/08, Seattle 9/21/09, Universal City 9/30/09, 10/1/09, 10/6/09, 10/7/09, San Diego 10/9/09, Los Angeles (EV) 7/8/11, Santa Barbara (EV) 7/9/11, Chicago 7/19/13, San Diego 11/21/13, Los Angeles 11/23/13, 11/24/13, Oakland 11/26/13, Chicago 8/22/16, Missoula 8/13/18, Boston 9/2/18, Los Angeles 2/25/22 (EV), San Diego 5/3/22, Los Angeles 5/6/22, 5/7/22, Imola 6/25/22, Los Angeles 5/21/24, [London 6/29/24], [Boston 9/15/24]
  • Jeremys SpokenJeremys Spoken Posts: 7,578
    meistereder wrote:
    Welcome!

    I got into Pearl Jam when I was 18 too. But that was in 1991.

    If you feel this way now, wait till you see them live.
    That's why im hoping the mid week tweet thread IS A TOUR!!!!!
    2008 - MSG 6/24-6/25
    2010 - Newark 5/18 MSG 5/21
    2011 - PJ20 9/3-9/4
    2012 - MIA Festival 9/2
    2013 - Wrigley Field 7/19 Brooklyn 10/18-10/19 Philly 10/22
    2015 - Colbert show - 9/23 Global Citizens Festival 9/26
    2016 - Philly 4/28-4/29 MSG 5/1-5/2



  • FahkaFahka Posts: 3,187
    Jeremy's Spoken wrote:
    Hey guys, I decided to sign up after lurking for a while..

    My story, Name is Brian Im from Staten Island NY, 17 years old, will be 18 in June.. Im a fairly new PJ fan.. started to listen to them Hardcore in 2004 (I know, it blows.. Im aware that they have achieved a HUGE fan base before I started listening .. so I was a late bloomer..)

    I can not express how MUCH PJ has gotten me through. In February of 2005 I lost my father I took it extremely bad, but listening to songs like Alive,Black,Yellow Ledbetter, rear view mirror, cover of crazy mary.. Ed's voice lifted my spirits, and it was if through the lyrics they were telling me it's gonna be alright. 4 years later everyday since.. I have listened to Pearl Jam EVERY night before I go to sleep. I sit back at night lights off, listening to The Gorge Box set, Lost dogs, Ten, Vitalogy.. and just drift into deep thought..

    Pearl Jam's music, Vedder's lyrics, Mike's guitar, Matt's drums.. they all flow together and the sound they make is genius. I have never seen them live EVER.. I missed out on every local show.. like Garden in 2003 Continental...etc.. I hope to make it out to Bonnaroo this year, if not.. I hope the swirling rumors of them doing MSG come true!

    Im sorry for sounding stupid.. I just wanted to express my love for one of the greatest bands of our time, and how they have helped me get through tough times.. Nothing helps my day when it's shitty than popping in a PJ CD.. ALL is well in the world when Ed is singing..


    Welcome bud!

    How dare they call us a cult ;) We have all been there... Thank goodness for the beauty that is music, and them gem that is pearl jam :)
  • josevolutionjosevolution Posts: 30,138
    wellcome you sound like a good fan .......
    jesus greets me looks just like me ....
  • yahamitayahamita Posts: 1,514
    Welcome to the PIT! Since you've been lurking, you already know people at times tend to be not nice, but if you stick with the cool folks(ME!)you're bound to have an adventurous time!
    I knew all the rules, but the rules did not know me...GUARANTEED!

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  • Evolution6579Evolution6579 Posts: 624
    Welcome sir!

    I have been listening to them since the start and JUST saw my first show at Lolla. But I was 5th row!...kinda.

    Here's to hoping you get to see them soon.
    *Raises glass of green beer*

    Happy St. Patrick's Day!
    Chicago 8-23-09

  • mcgruff10mcgruff10 New Jersey Posts: 28,640
    welcome to the board! i remember seeing pearl jam for the first time right after college back in 1996. i was actually a freshman in college but man oh man did it change my life! Since then i've seen them all over the country. it 's been quite a ride since.

    i really hope you get your first show this summer. and i really hope it is a legendary show.
    I'll ride the wave where it takes me......
  • normnorm Posts: 31,146
    welcome.....you don't sound stupid.....trust me there are many more people here that sound stupider than you.....not that i'm gonna name names.....:eek:

    and you shouldn't feel bad for starting late.....you were a toddler when the band formed.....that would be like me apologizing for not getting into led zeppelin earlier.....;) :)
  • Jeremys SpokenJeremys Spoken Posts: 7,578
    haha thanks a lot guys.. Yeah, no concert would be like a show from 1992 or 93.. but I got to take what I CAN GET..
    2008 - MSG 6/24-6/25
    2010 - Newark 5/18 MSG 5/21
    2011 - PJ20 9/3-9/4
    2012 - MIA Festival 9/2
    2013 - Wrigley Field 7/19 Brooklyn 10/18-10/19 Philly 10/22
    2015 - Colbert show - 9/23 Global Citizens Festival 9/26
    2016 - Philly 4/28-4/29 MSG 5/1-5/2



  • pjfan31pjfan31 Posts: 7,335
    Welcome buddy. Good to here the Jam is helping you through. Take care mate.....
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  • GmoneyGmoney Posts: 1,618
    welcome friend! i echo the words that you didn't sound stupid at all. i hope you get to see them soon!!
    Further back and forth a wave will break on me, today...
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