I feel so fortunate to have been able to attend last nite and Monday's shows. The venue is a jewel, and so was hearing Glen Hansard (amazing singer) and of course Ed. The setlist last night was wonderful. Hearing "Waiting on a friend" was beautiful. Was cool to see him play the banjo too!
The past few weeks have been very difficult for me....my mom was sick for a long while and finally passed away on June 25th, on my birthday.
I had vacillated as to whether or not to even attend the shows when she died, unsure if it was appropriate, if I would even be able to keep myself together. After encouragement from family and friends I decided that I should, and that it would probably help.
And I am so glad that I did! I thought maybe with the sadder uke songs I would just be weeping the entire time, but the opposite happened. I found great hope in hearing the music...knowing that Ed wrote some of those songs in darker times, and seeing him full of light now. It was solace. Also just hearing songs that have been so close to my heart over the years, it was really comforting. Long Road in particular was moving...I had actually avoided listening to that song since she passed, scared of how I'd react. But the tears felt good.
I was blessed to meet Ed after the show last night. I was wondering what to say, and when it was finally my turn, I told him how I felt. To thank him for everything, telling him about my loss, and how hearing him play really helped ease my pain. He gripped my hand tight, I held on for dear life! The look in his eyes....it is burned forever in my mind.
When I told him how healing his music was, he bowed his head down to me. I think he was really humbled. Then said the sweetest thing to me as he walked on to the next person with a big smile.
I know this is probably more for fanviews of the actual show, but it is impossible to extricate the experience outside from the show, or even from both shows. It was a collective of relief, a chance to feel normal again, to be reminded of how powerful art is, and how music brings everyone together. And to finally be able to thank someone whose music has been a constant in my life for the past 20 years....it was beautiful.
Again, thank you so much Ed, from the bottom of my heart.
thank you Ed for playing"Walking the Cow", perfect starting song!
and "Off He Goes"! Been wanting to see this live for a long time! "Millworker" was more than awesome.
we wanted to stay around and wait for EV and just say "Thanks!", but we figured he didnt want to be bugged after working his ass off for us! Amazing performance in Oakland!
so once again Thank you Mr. Vedder!
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I want one of those posters!
I have the Tour Box Sets for 2009 and 2010. Willing to trade some boots for the poster - message me if you have an extra and want some awesome boots. (The Philly Box set is a classic!)
I was blessed to meet Ed after the show last night. I was wondering what to say, and when it was finally my turn, I told him how I felt. To thank him for everything, telling him about my loss, and how hearing him play really helped ease my pain. He gripped my hand tight, I held on for dear life! The look in his eyes....it is burned forever in my mind.
When I told him how healing his music was, he bowed his head down to me. I think he was really humbled. Then said the sweetest thing to me as he walked on to the next person with a big smile.
I know this is probably more for fanviews of the actual show, but it is impossible to extricate the experience outside from the show, or even from both shows. It was a collective of relief, a chance to feel normal again, to be reminded of how powerful art is, and how music brings everyone together. And to finally be able to thank someone whose music has been a constant in my life for the past 20 years....it was beautiful.
Again, thank you so much Ed, from the bottom of my heart.
Much love,
b
Probably the most touching thing I've read on here ever. Sorry for your loss, but I'm so happy you were able to find the peace you needed.
Nice setlist and rad poster. Hope for "walking the cow" to open Seattle 2.
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Wow. I think it helped that Eddie's Uncle John was there! Eddie showing off his chops to the man whose record collection he raided in elementary school! (Eddie in first grade spinning Hot Rocks!)
I've given up hoping for any particular song, but just last week was listening to studio Off He Goes and thought, "man, eddie could pull that off acoustic!" Shazam!
Just like '07, first night had 10C tix, second was TM only -- and second night crowd was just a bit better. Hmmm. That came with a few more shout outs and interruption but nothing too obnoxious for the most part. During quiet moments in some songs, it was actually -- gasp -- quiet!
But c'mon, this is California, we're not all "FUCK YEAH!" out here, we're "OOOHH YEAH" That's our vibe, deal with it!
The poster is amazing, exquisite detail -- and if you can't smell it, those are silver metallic inks! Put's the EV Rocket s/n gold ink version to shame! Freakin thing just ... shimmers and shines!
And I can't say enough about Glen, just amazing performer. Hope he can afford some clothes one day, or at least a few bucks for laundry ... he was plugging the Goodwill down the street! Told a tale about exploring Haight Ashbury, he's every bit the effusive anecdotist that Eddie is. Those two must be having a ball together on tour! Hairshirt, my god....
As lovely as that or "Sleepless Nights" is truly unplugged, I can't think of many moments I've seen in three decades of concert going that approaches "Falling Slowly."
Beautiful show last night! Ed started out by saying the previous night was good but he wanted to "elevate it". The man know's what he's doing! Soon Forget, Long Road,Sometimes, Off He Goes, Millworker, Betterman/Save It For Later,If You Want to Sing Out, Parting Ways, Waiting on a Friend!! loved it all. Was lucky, my husband snapped up a single 2nd row orch pit seat for me. It was so great to hear Falling Slowly from that spot, absolutely beautiful! oh & the poster is awesome! Boo to the person that walked away with the first one I bought- I am giving you the benefit of doubt and hoping it was an accident. Enjoy it. I got another one. Other than that the crowd was great. Looking forward to seeing the band in Vancouver!
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Aladdin Theater - Nov 30, 1993,Shoreline Amphitheatre - Oct 02, 1994
Polo Fields - Jun 24, 1995,Shoreline Amphitheatre - Oct 19, 1996
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Oracle Arena - Nov 26, 2013, Shoreline Amphitheater Oct 25, 2014
I feel so fortunate to have been able to attend last nite and Monday's shows. The venue is a jewel, and so was hearing Glen Hansard (amazing singer) and of course Ed. The setlist last night was wonderful. Hearing "Waiting on a friend" was beautiful. Was cool to see him play the banjo too!
The past few weeks have been very difficult for me....my mom was sick for a long while and finally passed away on June 25th, on my birthday.
I had vacillated as to whether or not to even attend the shows when she died, unsure if it was appropriate, if I would even be able to keep myself together. After encouragement from family and friends I decided that I should, and that it would probably help.
And I am so glad that I did! I thought maybe with the sadder uke songs I would just be weeping the entire time, but the opposite happened. I found great hope in hearing the music...knowing that Ed wrote some of those songs in darker times, and seeing him full of light now. It was solace. Also just hearing songs that have been so close to my heart over the years, it was really comforting. Long Road in particular was moving...I had actually avoided listening to that song since she passed, scared of how I'd react. But the tears felt good.
I was blessed to meet Ed after the show last night. I was wondering what to say, and when it was finally my turn, I told him how I felt. To thank him for everything, telling him about my loss, and how hearing him play really helped ease my pain. He gripped my hand tight, I held on for dear life! The look in his eyes....it is burned forever in my mind.
When I told him how healing his music was, he bowed his head down to me. I think he was really humbled. Then said the sweetest thing to me as he walked on to the next person with a big smile.
I know this is probably more for fanviews of the actual show, but it is impossible to extricate the experience outside from the show, or even from both shows. It was a collective of relief, a chance to feel normal again, to be reminded of how powerful art is, and how music brings everyone together. And to finally be able to thank someone whose music has been a constant in my life for the past 20 years....it was beautiful.
Again, thank you so much Ed, from the bottom of my heart.
Much love,
b
Just beautiful. I am so happy that you had that experience. You're right, the healing power of music cannot be captured with words.
Awesome setlist. Wish I went to night 2 instead of 1!!
I was just thinking the same thing. But, you know, I might like the set list of Night 1 just a tad better. I know last night had Off He Goes and You've Got To Hide Your Love Away, but we had Immortality, Small Town and Wishlist. We also had the epic sheep story too
That said, I wish I went to BOTH nights!! Ours was epic. Last night was epic too, I bet
We went to both shows and I can't say one was better than the other. Both had great setlists. Loved the sheep story Night 1 , but loved the covers he did Night 2. I think the crowd was a bit more lively last night and I was hoping for Off He Goes, which was spectacular. And we had the Hunter S Thompson/Stones story, which morphed into a Johnny Depp story. Hysterically funny. Who knew Eddie could do impressions so well? LOL
I feel so fortunate to have been able to attend last nite and Monday's shows. The venue is a jewel, and so was hearing Glen Hansard (amazing singer) and of course Ed. The setlist last night was wonderful. Hearing "Waiting on a friend" was beautiful. Was cool to see him play the banjo too!
The past few weeks have been very difficult for me....my mom was sick for a long while and finally passed away on June 25th, on my birthday.
I had vacillated as to whether or not to even attend the shows when she died, unsure if it was appropriate, if I would even be able to keep myself together. After encouragement from family and friends I decided that I should, and that it would probably help.
And I am so glad that I did! I thought maybe with the sadder uke songs I would just be weeping the entire time, but the opposite happened. I found great hope in hearing the music...knowing that Ed wrote some of those songs in darker times, and seeing him full of light now. It was solace. Also just hearing songs that have been so close to my heart over the years, it was really comforting. Long Road in particular was moving...I had actually avoided listening to that song since she passed, scared of how I'd react. But the tears felt good.
I was blessed to meet Ed after the show last night. I was wondering what to say, and when it was finally my turn, I told him how I felt. To thank him for everything, telling him about my loss, and how hearing him play really helped ease my pain. He gripped my hand tight, I held on for dear life! The look in his eyes....it is burned forever in my mind.
When I told him how healing his music was, he bowed his head down to me. I think he was really humbled. Then said the sweetest thing to me as he walked on to the next person with a big smile.
I know this is probably more for fanviews of the actual show, but it is impossible to extricate the experience outside from the show, or even from both shows. It was a collective of relief, a chance to feel normal again, to be reminded of how powerful art is, and how music brings everyone together. And to finally be able to thank someone whose music has been a constant in my life for the past 20 years....it was beautiful.
Again, thank you so much Ed, from the bottom of my heart.
Much love,
b
beautiful touching fanview
Ron: I just don't feel like going out tonight
Sammi: Wanna just break up?
I was not at the show last night (dammit) and don't think I've ever heard Hairshirt, so I went looking for it... here's Glen doing it a while back, along with an effusive anecdote
Last night's show was beyond anything I could imagine. I was so fortunate to see him in Santa Barbara and both Oakland shows. After each show I was sure it couldn't be matched but he just kept building and building. Oakland 2 was the icing on the cake. We go so many great covers! When he walked out and grabbed his guitar instead of his uke I knew we were in for something special. Walking the Cow. Need I say more? that was just the beginning. Each cover was spectacular! And I was so stoked when he rocked the banjo. He sound checked it in SB, and it was great to get to see it. Every song was perfection whether it was a regular or a rarity. His voice was great. He was in a great mood again. He seemed to thoroughly enjoy his week in Cali. I know I did. Glen once again kicked all kinds of ass.
Thank you Ed and thank you Glen for 3 shows I will never forget and so many amazing memories, friends both old and new.
And the poster is even cooler than it looks. I actually got a little high during the show from the paint fumes. Its that good.
Don't fuck sheep. -EV 7/11/11
You can never have enough Neil in the mix. -EV 10/24/10
There's only one commandment: Don't be an asshole. -EV 5/6/10
I have been having a very tough time in my life lately and these shows were exactly what I needed. While Night 1 was pretty good I thought Ed seemed somewhat "off" and the setlist took some time to get going. Not so with night 2! For me, last night was more rocking and just amazing!! I think I had a smile on my face throughout the entire thing. I was also exploding with energy and felt like getting up and rocking out! Unfortunately, things got bad in my life again today and I feel depressed and horrible...but at least I was happy last night happier than I have been a long time..and smiled longer than I have in years Thanks so much to EV for this!
Ed was in a good mood, very chatty, and told some great stories. I also thought his voice sounded better than the previous night. One thing I also noticed on several songs was how much Ed's singing has improved...I don't mean voice..but rather his style of singing..I really, really enjoyed all the performances. Long Road is one of my favorite PJ songs and Ed's solo version of it was amazing. I have seen the full band version a handful of times but this one gave me chills. I literally felt like I was having an out of body experience and knew that I was witnessing something so special. I also got tears in my eyes when the crowd responded to Ed's "We all walk the long road." He also told a funny story about recording that song with Neil and listening back to the tape later and hearing Neil sing "Neil walks the long road."
Off He Goes, Long Nights, No Ceiling were other standouts for me.
Ed forgot part of Just Breathe but recovered beautifully. Said that the good thing about smoking so much pot is that it can make it easier to write songs...but the bad thing is that it also makes it easier to forget them.
The "original" Betterman was a nice surprise...much better than the Lullaby version IMO. And the tag was amazing. Honestly, the show could have ended after the first set and I would have been completely happy.
Loved everything about the other sets as well, but don't want to ramble too much. Bottom line, it was an amazing show and it is a night I will always remember for how it made me feel. I would even rank it up there amongst the best PJ shows I have seen!
2003: San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, Seattle; 2005: Monterrey; 2006: Chicago 1 & 2, Grand Rapids, Cleveland, Detroit; 2008: West Palm Beach, Tampa; 2009: Austin, LA 3 & 4, San Diego; 2010: Kansas City, St. Louis, Columbus, Indianapolis; 2011: PJ20 1 & 2; 2012: Missoula; 2013: Dallas, Oklahoma City, Seattle; 2014: Tulsa; 2016: Columbia, New York City 1 & 2; 2018: London, Seattle 1 & 2; 2021: Ohana; 2022: Oklahoma City
One last note: I thought the crowd both nights were really respectful. Not a lot of rude shout outs and Glen and Eddie both received several standing ovations! It was quiet, but the crowd was focused and I saw a lot of bobbling heads and people dancing in their seats. It was awesome!
2003: San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, Seattle; 2005: Monterrey; 2006: Chicago 1 & 2, Grand Rapids, Cleveland, Detroit; 2008: West Palm Beach, Tampa; 2009: Austin, LA 3 & 4, San Diego; 2010: Kansas City, St. Louis, Columbus, Indianapolis; 2011: PJ20 1 & 2; 2012: Missoula; 2013: Dallas, Oklahoma City, Seattle; 2014: Tulsa; 2016: Columbia, New York City 1 & 2; 2018: London, Seattle 1 & 2; 2021: Ohana; 2022: Oklahoma City
Well, in a word, AWESOME, totally Awesome. The show more than delivered. I was on high all the way home and all today the energy is still buzzing in me. On a personal note, this was my EV/PJ show, and though I was hyped, I didn’t have a history of other shows to compare to and what to expect. When Eddied walked onto the stage the first time, I got goose bumps. Does that still happen to those that have seen him many times? Plus I got to enjoy the show with my wife, not a fan per se, but definitely likes PJ.
Onto the review. Everything people had been saying about Glen was true and more. What a great performer and person and great music. I can see why Eddie had him join the show. They complement each other well.
Being a newbie and loving No Code, I was really hoping that Off He Goes would make the set list and was thrilled it was. Great performance of it. I was treated to Sometimes as well. Just Breathe is what got me roped into Pearl Jam so was glad to hear that as well as The End. Would have liked to hear them with the string quartet but enjoyed the solo just as well. Enjoyed the many covers, especially the Stones and You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away. Plus, we got to see Eddie play the banjo. A glorified rocker and mosh pit diver, Eddie playing the banjo, you can’t beat that.
The highlights for me were when Eddie and Glen sang duets together, especially Sleepless Nights and Falling Down. I was in tears by the end of those. They could have definitely had more duets together. What a treat. I also enjoyed all the stories and was glad to hear the Hunter Thompson story after reading the previous days fan views. I could write some of them out but didn’t want to take up space. The venue was awesome and both singers commented on the acoustics. The audience was great as mentioned, if a little quiet. My one side note was that I was amazed at how many people found it necessary to go get drinks while Eddie was singing and then having to leave again to the john because of all the drinks. I am all for some drinks during the show, but leaving the awesome live music? Is it worth it?
After this show I can see why so many keep coming back for more and more. Can’t wait for PJ in Vancouver!
wow.....took me a few days to process everything...what fantastic shows. what an experience. I saw the Berkeley '08 show (sadly not the 2nd show) and I think the audience on this tour was much better. 10 club hooked it up with great seats the first night (row H, center) and got pretty good tickets the second night as well. This was my first time helping out with a Wishlist preparty, and I was super nervous. Thankfully, everything went all right and we raised an impressive amount of $$ for our charities!
Both nights had amazing setlists, and hilarious Ed stories as well. Walking the Cow? MIllworker? Ed playing a banjo?? yes, please! Not to mention these shows were happening literally down the street from where I lived...swoon....what a great couple of days.
After the show night 2, I finally decided that tonight was the night I wait by the buses to talk to Ed, something I've never done before. We walked over there, and had a lovely chat with Glen. I thanked him for playing Oakland, and he asked me quite a few questions about what it was like living here, etc. What a humble dude, it totally felt like I was just having a chat with one of my friends. Then he left, and Jesse came out and told us that Ed would not be signing anything or posing for pictures. It was really happening! for some reason I was totally calm, watching him slowly going down the line, shaking hands and saying a few personal words to everyone. Finally he got to me, and I said "Wow, all I can think to say is thank you. from my heart, THANK YOU." He took my hand in both of his, looked me in the eye and said "Well...you're welcome!" we both kind of chuckled and he moved down the line....
Sarah and Mario had the presence of mind to tell Ed about our Wishlist preparty and show him the poster that Mario had made for it. Ed seemed incredibly grateful, and even signed the poster!!
Thank you Ed, and thank you everyone who made it to the preparties and to all the new friends I met....it was an experience I'll never forget!!!
What a night...
*Edit*-I will forever kick myself for not getting a badass night 2 poster...grrr....if anyone has an extra please let me know!!
Wow. I think it helped that Eddie's Uncle John was there! Eddie showing off his chops to the man whose record collection he raided in elementary school! (Eddie in first grade spinning Hot Rocks!)
I've given up hoping for any particular song, but just last week was listening to studio Off He Goes and thought, "man, eddie could pull that off acoustic!" Shazam!
Just like '07, first night had 10C tix, second was TM only -- and second night crowd was just a bit better. Hmmm. That came with a few more shout outs and interruption but nothing too obnoxious for the most part. During quiet moments in some songs, it was actually -- gasp -- quiet!
But c'mon, this is California, we're not all "FUCK YEAH!" out here, we're "OOOHH YEAH" That's our vibe, deal with it!
The poster is amazing, exquisite detail -- and if you can't smell it, those are silver metallic inks! Put's the EV Rocket s/n gold ink version to shame! Freakin thing just ... shimmers and shines!
And I can't say enough about Glen, just amazing performer. Hope he can afford some clothes one day, or at least a few bucks for laundry ... he was plugging the Goodwill down the street! Told a tale about exploring Haight Ashbury, he's every bit the effusive anecdotist that Eddie is. Those two must be having a ball together on tour! Hairshirt, my god....
As lovely as that or "Sleepless Nights" is truly unplugged, I can't think of many moments I've seen in three decades of concert going that approaches "Falling Slowly."
Wow.. Is right. I am still processing the whole thing, putting and organizing my thoughts on paper.
However, a quick note, I couldn't agree with you more. One of the main thoughts that I was feeling is who in the heck is doing anything close to what Ed is doing right now? NO ONE. In fact, I find it hard pressed to find anyone who has done anything close to it in decades. Ed is on top of his game right now, in the prime of his career and it's only going to get better.
Thank you so very much ED. I just want to do it over and over.
Last night's show was beyond anything I could imagine. I was so fortunate to see him in Santa Barbara and both Oakland shows. After each show I was sure it couldn't be matched but he just kept building and building. Oakland 2 was the icing on the cake. We go so many great covers! When he walked out and grabbed his guitar instead of his uke I knew we were in for something special. Walking the Cow. Need I say more? that was just the beginning. Each cover was spectacular! And I was so stoked when he rocked the banjo. He sound checked it in SB, and it was great to get to see it. Every song was perfection whether it was a regular or a rarity. His voice was great. He was in a great mood again. He seemed to thoroughly enjoy his week in Cali. I know I did. Glen once again kicked all kinds of ass.
Thank you Ed and thank you Glen for 3 shows I will never forget and so many amazing memories, friends both old and new.
And the poster is even cooler than it looks. I actually got a little high during the show from the paint fumes. Its that good.
I was also fortunate enough to see the SB show as well.
First time at the bowl. Pretty good seats, just a few rows behind the sound board on the right side. I brought bi-noculars and for a moment in time I wanted to be closer. However, simply being able to attend Ed's first outdoor show at that venue was amazing. The band has always been known to do some sick setlist at that spot.
Throughout the evening, I became more and more aware that I was right where I was suppose to be. Don't get me wrong being up close is an unforgettable experience, the connection is incredible. But I truly enjoyed being able to take in the whole evening, see the whole venue, my perspective from where I sat was out of this world. I was able to see families enjoying the show form their decks attached to their million dollars homes above.
I feel so fortunate to have been able to attend last nite and Monday's shows. The venue is a jewel, and so was hearing Glen Hansard (amazing singer) and of course Ed. The setlist last night was wonderful. Hearing "Waiting on a friend" was beautiful. Was cool to see him play the banjo too!
The past few weeks have been very difficult for me....my mom was sick for a long while and finally passed away on June 25th, on my birthday.
I had vacillated as to whether or not to even attend the shows when she died, unsure if it was appropriate, if I would even be able to keep myself together. After encouragement from family and friends I decided that I should, and that it would probably help.
And I am so glad that I did! I thought maybe with the sadder uke songs I would just be weeping the entire time, but the opposite happened. I found great hope in hearing the music...knowing that Ed wrote some of those songs in darker times, and seeing him full of light now. It was solace. Also just hearing songs that have been so close to my heart over the years, it was really comforting. Long Road in particular was moving...I had actually avoided listening to that song since she passed, scared of how I'd react. But the tears felt good.
I was blessed to meet Ed after the show last night. I was wondering what to say, and when it was finally my turn, I told him how I felt. To thank him for everything, telling him about my loss, and how hearing him play really helped ease my pain. He gripped my hand tight, I held on for dear life! The look in his eyes....it is burned forever in my mind.
When I told him how healing his music was, he bowed his head down to me. I think he was really humbled. Then said the sweetest thing to me as he walked on to the next person with a big smile.
I know this is probably more for fanviews of the actual show, but it is impossible to extricate the experience outside from the show, or even from both shows. It was a collective of relief, a chance to feel normal again, to be reminded of how powerful art is, and how music brings everyone together. And to finally be able to thank someone whose music has been a constant in my life for the past 20 years....it was beautiful.
Again, thank you so much Ed, from the bottom of my heart.
Much love,
b
It's kinda of wierd these times are challenging for me as well. My friend left the world way to early, several years ago, he was my PJ buddy, my best friend and so much more. I'll always remember the good times we had together.
Qucik PJ (Ed if your listening) story In Seattle at the Key Arena in '96. My friend Jeff, balled up his #10, Dennis Rodman jersey, chuck it up on stage and hit Eddie with it. Jeff said to me, "Do you think he saw it?" I said, "of course he did, it hit him." At the end of the song Ed picked up the jersey smiled, showed it to his band and then to the crowd. The place went nuts. I can't recall what song it was, but I do recall that the show opened with Long Road which was already one of our favorites. I remember pushing through the sea of people at the Key Arena to get closer to the stage, and then Jeff throwing it. I remember making our move forward during Long Road, but can't recall if we made it close enough during that song for him to throw it or if it came later. I do remember some dude (who obviously was in desperate times) taking us for $160 bucks though for two tickets that he never returned with.
My mistake, I was being a little nieve, and to trustworthy. Jeff warned me, he smelled a rat. He was street smart like that.
This community is so tight. I forced PJ down the throat of a co-worker of mine years ago and we have been going strong ever since his first PJ concert with the Rolling Stones at the Oakland coliseum.
Just wanted to take a moment to say my thoughts are with you.
P.S> I am listening to Falling Slowly for like the 50th time right now. What an incredible song.
This show was unbelievable. I was unable to get tix through the 10club, (several failed attempts) on the Sunday before the show my roommate from college offered his to me. He acquired them from the radio station he works for. It was my first time seeing Ed solo -- simply brilliant. I was in Row BB on the isle (left side of stage). Did that put me anywhere near 10 club seats??? Anyhow, I would so love a copy of the show to relive the experience. Hopefully someday they're released.
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The past few weeks have been very difficult for me....my mom was sick for a long while and finally passed away on June 25th, on my birthday.
I had vacillated as to whether or not to even attend the shows when she died, unsure if it was appropriate, if I would even be able to keep myself together. After encouragement from family and friends I decided that I should, and that it would probably help.
And I am so glad that I did! I thought maybe with the sadder uke songs I would just be weeping the entire time, but the opposite happened. I found great hope in hearing the music...knowing that Ed wrote some of those songs in darker times, and seeing him full of light now. It was solace. Also just hearing songs that have been so close to my heart over the years, it was really comforting. Long Road in particular was moving...I had actually avoided listening to that song since she passed, scared of how I'd react. But the tears felt good.
I was blessed to meet Ed after the show last night. I was wondering what to say, and when it was finally my turn, I told him how I felt. To thank him for everything, telling him about my loss, and how hearing him play really helped ease my pain. He gripped my hand tight, I held on for dear life! The look in his eyes....it is burned forever in my mind.
When I told him how healing his music was, he bowed his head down to me. I think he was really humbled. Then said the sweetest thing to me as he walked on to the next person with a big smile.
I know this is probably more for fanviews of the actual show, but it is impossible to extricate the experience outside from the show, or even from both shows. It was a collective of relief, a chance to feel normal again, to be reminded of how powerful art is, and how music brings everyone together. And to finally be able to thank someone whose music has been a constant in my life for the past 20 years....it was beautiful.
Again, thank you so much Ed, from the bottom of my heart.
Much love,
b
and "Off He Goes"! Been wanting to see this live for a long time! "Millworker" was more than awesome.
we wanted to stay around and wait for EV and just say "Thanks!", but we figured he didnt want to be bugged after working his ass off for us! Amazing performance in Oakland!
so once again Thank you Mr. Vedder!
I have the Tour Box Sets for 2009 and 2010. Willing to trade some boots for the poster - message me if you have an extra and want some awesome boots. (The Philly Box set is a classic!)
Is there somewhere we can buy them?
Probably the most touching thing I've read on here ever. Sorry for your loss, but I'm so happy you were able to find the peace you needed.
How do I get it? I do not want to spend $100 on ebay....someone hook it up!
Or not.....
Eddie Vedder- 7/16/11
Brad- 4/21/12 (RSD Performance), 4/27/12, 8/10/12
Flight To Mars- 5/23/12
RNDM- 11/27/12
PEARL JAM- 12/6/13 I have finally seen Pearl Jam live!
I've given up hoping for any particular song, but just last week was listening to studio Off He Goes and thought, "man, eddie could pull that off acoustic!" Shazam!
Just like '07, first night had 10C tix, second was TM only -- and second night crowd was just a bit better. Hmmm. That came with a few more shout outs and interruption but nothing too obnoxious for the most part. During quiet moments in some songs, it was actually -- gasp -- quiet!
But c'mon, this is California, we're not all "FUCK YEAH!" out here, we're "OOOHH YEAH" That's our vibe, deal with it!
The poster is amazing, exquisite detail -- and if you can't smell it, those are silver metallic inks! Put's the EV Rocket s/n gold ink version to shame! Freakin thing just ... shimmers and shines!
And I can't say enough about Glen, just amazing performer. Hope he can afford some clothes one day, or at least a few bucks for laundry ... he was plugging the Goodwill down the street! Told a tale about exploring Haight Ashbury, he's every bit the effusive anecdotist that Eddie is. Those two must be having a ball together on tour! Hairshirt, my god....
As lovely as that or "Sleepless Nights" is truly unplugged, I can't think of many moments I've seen in three decades of concert going that approaches "Falling Slowly."
thanks guit-jo sounds way better than a banjitar
Aladdin Theater - Nov 30, 1993,Shoreline Amphitheatre - Oct 02, 1994
Polo Fields - Jun 24, 1995,Shoreline Amphitheatre - Oct 19, 1996
Sacramento Valley Amphitheatre - Oct 30, 2000,Bill Graham Civic Auditorium - Jul 15, 2006 EV Zellerbach Hall - Apr 7, 2008 , EV Lyric Opera House - June 14, 2009 , EV Lyric Opera House - June 15, 2009
Outside Lands Festival - Aug 28, 2009,Austin City Limits - Oct 04, 2009
Shoreline Amphitheatre - Oct 25, 2003,Shoreline Amphitheatre - Oct 23, 2010
Shoreline Amphitheatre - Oct 24, 2010
Pacific Coliseum - Sep 25, 2011 , EV Shoreline Amphitheater Oct 23, 2011
Oracle Arena - Nov 26, 2013, Shoreline Amphitheater Oct 25, 2014
Just beautiful. I am so happy that you had that experience. You're right, the healing power of music cannot be captured with words.
We went to both shows and I can't say one was better than the other. Both had great setlists. Loved the sheep story Night 1
beautiful touching fanview
Sammi: Wanna just break up?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhRXURE7z7g
EVx5
Thank you Ed and thank you Glen for 3 shows I will never forget and so many amazing memories, friends both old and new.
And the poster is even cooler than it looks. I actually got a little high during the show from the paint fumes. Its that good.
Don't fuck sheep. -EV 7/11/11
You can never have enough Neil in the mix. -EV 10/24/10
There's only one commandment: Don't be an asshole. -EV 5/6/10
Ed was in a good mood, very chatty, and told some great stories. I also thought his voice sounded better than the previous night. One thing I also noticed on several songs was how much Ed's singing has improved...I don't mean voice..but rather his style of singing..I really, really enjoyed all the performances. Long Road is one of my favorite PJ songs and Ed's solo version of it was amazing. I have seen the full band version a handful of times but this one gave me chills. I literally felt like I was having an out of body experience and knew that I was witnessing something so special.
Off He Goes, Long Nights, No Ceiling were other standouts for me.
Ed forgot part of Just Breathe but recovered beautifully. Said that the good thing about smoking so much pot is that it can make it easier to write songs...but the bad thing is that it also makes it easier to forget them.
The "original" Betterman was a nice surprise...much better than the Lullaby version IMO. And the tag was amazing. Honestly, the show could have ended after the first set and I would have been completely happy.
Loved everything about the other sets as well, but don't want to ramble too much. Bottom line, it was an amazing show and it is a night I will always remember for how it made me feel. I would even rank it up there amongst the best PJ shows I have seen!
Onto the review. Everything people had been saying about Glen was true and more. What a great performer and person and great music. I can see why Eddie had him join the show. They complement each other well.
Being a newbie and loving No Code, I was really hoping that Off He Goes would make the set list and was thrilled it was. Great performance of it. I was treated to Sometimes as well. Just Breathe is what got me roped into Pearl Jam so was glad to hear that as well as The End. Would have liked to hear them with the string quartet but enjoyed the solo just as well. Enjoyed the many covers, especially the Stones and You’ve Got to Hide Your Love Away. Plus, we got to see Eddie play the banjo. A glorified rocker and mosh pit diver, Eddie playing the banjo, you can’t beat that.
The highlights for me were when Eddie and Glen sang duets together, especially Sleepless Nights and Falling Down. I was in tears by the end of those. They could have definitely had more duets together. What a treat. I also enjoyed all the stories and was glad to hear the Hunter Thompson story after reading the previous days fan views. I could write some of them out but didn’t want to take up space. The venue was awesome and both singers commented on the acoustics. The audience was great as mentioned, if a little quiet. My one side note was that I was amazed at how many people found it necessary to go get drinks while Eddie was singing and then having to leave again to the john because of all the drinks. I am all for some drinks during the show, but leaving the awesome live music? Is it worth it?
After this show I can see why so many keep coming back for more and more. Can’t wait for PJ in Vancouver!
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7/12/11 - EV Oakland 2, 10/22/11 - EV Bridge School
9/25/11 Vancouver, 11/26/13 - Oakland, 11/7/15 - Buenos Aires
LOL We had to put Tuesday night's poster in the garage to outgas for a few days. It is very cool though.
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Both nights had amazing setlists, and hilarious Ed stories as well. Walking the Cow? MIllworker? Ed playing a banjo?? yes, please! Not to mention these shows were happening literally down the street from where I lived...swoon....what a great couple of days.
After the show night 2, I finally decided that tonight was the night I wait by the buses to talk to Ed, something I've never done before. We walked over there, and had a lovely chat with Glen. I thanked him for playing Oakland, and he asked me quite a few questions about what it was like living here, etc. What a humble dude, it totally felt like I was just having a chat with one of my friends. Then he left, and Jesse came out and told us that Ed would not be signing anything or posing for pictures. It was really happening! for some reason I was totally calm, watching him slowly going down the line, shaking hands and saying a few personal words to everyone. Finally he got to me, and I said "Wow, all I can think to say is thank you. from my heart, THANK YOU." He took my hand in both of his, looked me in the eye and said "Well...you're welcome!" we both kind of chuckled and he moved down the line....
Sarah and Mario had the presence of mind to tell Ed about our Wishlist preparty and show him the poster that Mario had made for it. Ed seemed incredibly grateful, and even signed the poster!!
Thank you Ed, and thank you everyone who made it to the preparties and to all the new friends I met....it was an experience I'll never forget!!!
What a night...
*Edit*-I will forever kick myself for not getting a badass night 2 poster...grrr....if anyone has an extra please let me know!!
Wow.. Is right. I am still processing the whole thing, putting and organizing my thoughts on paper.
However, a quick note, I couldn't agree with you more. One of the main thoughts that I was feeling is who in the heck is doing anything close to what Ed is doing right now? NO ONE. In fact, I find it hard pressed to find anyone who has done anything close to it in decades. Ed is on top of his game right now, in the prime of his career and it's only going to get better.
Thank you so very much ED. I just want to do it over and over.
I was also fortunate enough to see the SB show as well.
First time at the bowl. Pretty good seats, just a few rows behind the sound board on the right side. I brought bi-noculars and for a moment in time I wanted to be closer. However, simply being able to attend Ed's first outdoor show at that venue was amazing. The band has always been known to do some sick setlist at that spot.
Throughout the evening, I became more and more aware that I was right where I was suppose to be. Don't get me wrong being up close is an unforgettable experience, the connection is incredible. But I truly enjoyed being able to take in the whole evening, see the whole venue, my perspective from where I sat was out of this world. I was able to see families enjoying the show form their decks attached to their million dollars homes above.
WOW
It's kinda of wierd these times are challenging for me as well. My friend left the world way to early, several years ago, he was my PJ buddy, my best friend and so much more. I'll always remember the good times we had together.
Qucik PJ (Ed if your listening) story In Seattle at the Key Arena in '96. My friend Jeff, balled up his #10, Dennis Rodman jersey, chuck it up on stage and hit Eddie with it. Jeff said to me, "Do you think he saw it?" I said, "of course he did, it hit him." At the end of the song Ed picked up the jersey smiled, showed it to his band and then to the crowd. The place went nuts. I can't recall what song it was, but I do recall that the show opened with Long Road which was already one of our favorites. I remember pushing through the sea of people at the Key Arena to get closer to the stage, and then Jeff throwing it. I remember making our move forward during Long Road, but can't recall if we made it close enough during that song for him to throw it or if it came later. I do remember some dude (who obviously was in desperate times) taking us for $160 bucks though for two tickets that he never returned with.
My mistake, I was being a little nieve, and to trustworthy. Jeff warned me, he smelled a rat. He was street smart like that.
This community is so tight. I forced PJ down the throat of a co-worker of mine years ago and we have been going strong ever since his first PJ concert with the Rolling Stones at the Oakland coliseum.
Just wanted to take a moment to say my thoughts are with you.
P.S> I am listening to Falling Slowly for like the 50th time right now. What an incredible song.
...miss you already.....