I loved the show last night! The energy was great (I still have no Voice) and I thought Eddie never sounded better.
And agree with everyone about the late start time. Personally, I loved the idea of no opening band, but if your not going on until 8:20 why not have one?
The highlight for me was FOOTSTEPS and I just got chills thinking about how great that song was!
As a Pittsburger, I LOVED the Jason Grillie part of the show! I thought it was great having him on stage while they played WHIPPPING which is the song that is played when he takes the mound during a game. During the summer, I heard a locker room radio interview where he talked about his love of Pearl Jam and his "dream " to meet them. So I thought it was cool that he finally did. Great moment!
I loved the show, it was FAN-FREAKING-TASTIC! We drove up from the DC burbs, and were so excited to be there for the tour kick-off!
I just cant say enough about the show! It was everything i hoped it would be. Of course the only way it could be better was if i had closer seats! Eddie sounded awesome, and Mike & Stone were just smokin! I seriously still have a smile on my face, and since im trying to score Philly tix, just cant wait to see them again!
06/14/98 - RFK Sadium, Tibetan Freedom Festival (I was the chick in the blue bikini doing CPR on the lightning girl who survived! ) 09/18/98 - Columbia MD, 07/01/03 - Bristow VA, 05/13/10 - Bristow VA, 10/11/13 - Pittsburgh PA, 10/27/13 -Baltimore MD, 10/29/13 - Charlottesville VA 4/18/2016 - Hampton, VA
The Pittsburgh show was absolutely worth the wait! Since I don't have the opportunity to travel to see the band, it was a long 7 years for me. The crowd energy was amazing. Sure things probably quieted down a bit when the new songs were played, but not everyone would have had the ability to here them yet. Even though I didn't know the words I was still able to rock out to them. I was so excited that they were opening their tour here, plus no opening act. I agree with others have said, ticket stated show would start at 7:30, but didn't until almost 8:30.
I may not have traveled around the country or world to see them or know every word/ song, but I can honestly say I LOVE this band. I especially loved how they appreciate their fans' support. Last night, I could tell the guys were excited/shocked at the crowd's reaction when they hit the stage.
Been going through a lot of stress lately and this show was the best thing for it. I got to dance and sing/shout some of the stress away. Their music has meant so much. It was an awesome night!
Great fucking show. The crowd was amazing. This was my 23rd show, and this was definitely top 5 as far as crowd energy. Even during the new ones the crowd was pretty into it, especially during MYM. I am by no means a Pirates fan, but I thought the Jason Grille thing was great. It's stuff like that that makes these shows unique and memorable. You could tell he truly loves PJ like most of us do. Loved hearing the new stuff, footsteps, mfc for the first time in a long time for me. Just an amazing night.
I thought the crowd was super into it except for a few of the slower songs from LB. For a few songs, the crowd drowned out the band. I was in 1st row in reserved which was perfect. I had a space that belonged to me on the aisle in the center section and had a perfectly unobstructed view to the stage and they were on point all night. Footsteps being my favorite song was done amazingly. Whipping was high energy and Do the Evolution and Rearviewmirror really got the crowd into it.
If you have GA and want to be up front, better plan on getting to the arena very early. If you have seats or GA and don't care how far back you are (not a huge pit by the way... a lot of room at the back and no bad places to stand) you can get there later.
My only regret is them not playing 3 hours longer and to myself for not taking the next 3 months off to follow them across the country.
Does anyone know when the site will have the show for sale?
"I was starting to get nervous about our first gig," Eddie Vedder said at one point, "and I happened to be talking to Bruce Springsteen, and he said, 'Aw [expletive], it's in Pittsburgh, it's going to be a smoking crowd."
Was it a smoking crowd? I've only seen vids for the new LB songs, but in each one the crowd seemed pretty lame. Was that only during the new songs? If so, I'm hoping the reaction gets better as the tour goes along and people know the new album better.
Literally smoking!!! I could smell quite a bit of reefer around my on the floor. Saw many smoke plumes coming from the pit area. Didn't bother me at I like to indulge every once in a while.
Great show, seemed the band was really ready to get the tour going. Eddie sounded very good in my opinion. I loved the new LB songs. I listened to new album half dozen times at least before the show so felt could follow along pretty well. Was surprised with such slow start but enjoyed them all.Took my daughter to her first show and all the fans around me were fantastic. Had an awesome time!! Thank you PJ for 20+ years and don't stop!!
Been a few years since I saw a show but were the video screens new for a tour? Do we dare as for DVD concerts to be released...are was this only for fans with side/rear views a way to see the band?!
Killer show to start the tour, Stone is feeling it, looks like he's having a good time out there..... To D from Ohio, you rule brother!! Thank you........ Enjoy the tour folks and go see as many shows as you can, PJ is rocking it.
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Someone knows what time they came on stage, and how long they played for?
They went on around 8:20 and finished up shortly after 11:00. I expected them to be fashionably late, but I thought almost an hour was a little too much. Traffic was a nightmare getting into the venue so maybe they took that into consideration. If they would have went on at 7:50 or so there would have been a lot of empty seats to start.
great, great show. the new songs sounded fantastic, although half the arena used each one for bathroom/beer breaks. but the crowd was amazing, sang so loud during black, alive and yellow ledbetter that they drowned out ed and at times the entire band.
Same where I was, tons of people left as soon as Ed said "ok, here's a new one we've never played before" people all got up and left......
Footsteps...Of The Girl....Amazing!
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Is the fortune that you need
Someone knows what time they came on stage, and how long they played for?
They went on around 8:20 and finished up shortly after 11:00. I expected them to be fashionably late, but I thought almost an hour was a little too much. Traffic was a nightmare getting into the venue so maybe they took that into consideration. If they would have went on at 7:50 or so there would have been a lot of empty seats to start.
I'm starting to think that they are simply waiting for most people to be in their seats before starting, whenever that may be... which seems like a reasonable plan I suppose. They probably don't like opening to a partial audience. That said, everyone should get the fuck into the arena sooner. Punctuality is the key to success. :P
With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy. ~ Desiderata
I'm starting to think that they are simply waiting for most people to be in their seats before starting, whenever that may be... which seems like a reasonable plan I suppose. They probably don't like opening to a partial audience. That said, everyone should get the fuck into the arena sooner. Punctuality is the key to success.
Did you see the merch lines? They're generating a very healthy revenue stream by waiting until 8:30. Their scheduled start time and actual start time are working as intended by management. Album sales aren't what they used to be. Bands are adjusting accordingly.
First off the sound was perfect, nice lows, mids and highs, sound guys really did their job. Ed's vocals were clear, the perfect level, and his voice was the best I have heard in some time.
I lost out on the ten club seats but ended up in section 205 in the second row, not bad seats, but clearly not the best. The crowd was great, a little quiet during the new stuff but that is to be expected. I personally love the new album, gave it 3-4 listens before the show, a couple songs I wasn't sure about but they were way better live.
I went with my wife who is not a huge fan of PJ but does like a lot of their stuff. I met a couple next to me, she was a crazy fan like me but her boyfriend was like my wife, not a huge fan. Her and I ended up rocking out most of the night and we got my wife into the singalongs which was a lot of fun. A couple in front of us brought their 4 year old son, along with some noise reducing headphones in case the sound was too much. The kid knew the words to all the songs except the new stuff and rocked out all night, hands in the air, it was amazing. Can;t even count how many high fives I gave the little guy, and his parents.
The setlist was perfect, the only change I would make is to delete Yellow Ledbetter and insert indifference, I literally had tears in my eyes when I heard the first couple notes of footsteps, never thought I'd ever hear that live.
My wife and I went to see the giant duck in the river that afternoon, we were waiting under the bridge at point park waiting for the rain to stop, I had a nickel in my pocket and was about to toss it in the pool, my wife stopped me and said "wish for the 5 songs that you want to hear tonight" I got 4 of 5, so awesome night.
Forgot to mention that my awesome wife went to get another round of drinks at the first encore break, she was gone awhile and brought back a new hoodie and some stickers, wearing it now and loving it.
My first show and I think I lucked out as it was amazing. By myself so I made my way up to about 4 rows back in front of Eddie. Awesome fans. Good vibes. Great sound. Great setlist. Excited for Philly #2!
BEST FUCKING NIGHT EVER!!! Got in line for GA at 11 or so, got rail on Stones side! I lost it when they played of the girl, all the new songs sounded so fucking awesome.
During RITFW I zipped up my spiderman hoodie over my head like a mask and Ed came over and handed me and another girl a tambourine, I couldn't believe it!
They played 4 of my top 10 songs in one show, almost unheard of. Of the Girl, Let the Records Play, FOOTSTEPS! And Ledbetter.
Nothing about this show possibly could have went better the set list was pretty much made for me, I got front row, GOT A TAMBOURINE and rocked out with Boom like 5 times. Perfect night, perfect show.
THANK YOU PEARL JAM!!!
Peter Parker takes time out to see PJ?!? Now THAT'S a front page story for The Daily Bugle! Lol! I saw you recieving your tambourine from our friend Ed. Congrats! I was behind the stage, 6 rows up, center. An interesting perspective from which to take in a show that's not designed to be performed in the round. The guys all made a point to acknowledge all 360 degrees of fans surrounding them. Awesome show and a must own boot! Loved the new songs and can't wait for LB!
Cols, OH 03-31-1992
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 08-26-1998
Cols, OH 08-21-2000
Cols, OH 06-24-2003
Cin, OH 06-24-2006
Cols, OH 05-06-2010
Pitt, PA 10-11-2013
Cin, OH 10-01-2014
Lexington, KY 04-26-2016
"It's already been sung, but it can't be said enough, 'All you need is love.'" LBC
My first show and I think I lucked out as it was amazing. By myself so I made my way up to about 4 rows back in front of Eddie. Awesome fans. Good vibes. Great sound. Great setlist. Excited for Philly #2!
Congrats! I remember when I lost my PJ virginity... 21 years flys by. Lol!
Cols, OH 03-31-1992
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 08-26-1998
Cols, OH 08-21-2000
Cols, OH 06-24-2003
Cin, OH 06-24-2006
Cols, OH 05-06-2010
Pitt, PA 10-11-2013
Cin, OH 10-01-2014
Lexington, KY 04-26-2016
"It's already been sung, but it can't be said enough, 'All you need is love.'" LBC
BEST FUCKING NIGHT EVER!!! Got in line for GA at 11 or so, got rail on Stones side! I lost it when they played of the girl, all the new songs sounded so fucking awesome.
During RITFW I zipped up my spiderman hoodie over my head like a mask and Ed came over and handed me and another girl a tambourine, I couldn't believe it!
They played 4 of my top 10 songs in one show, almost unheard of. Of the Girl, Let the Records Play, FOOTSTEPS! And Ledbetter.
Nothing about this show possibly could have went better the set list was pretty much made for me, I got front row, GOT A TAMBOURINE and rocked out with Boom like 5 times. Perfect night, perfect show.
THANK YOU PEARL JAM!!!
oh cool, that was you in the spiderman hoodie, I was in line right behind you outside the arena, good to put a face to board member
cool story too, cheers
1998 ~ Barrie
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo
One helluva show Friday night but seriously Pittsburgh...what the hell is this guy thinking? He's got to be a Steeler fan
lmao
are those overalls he yanked down
1998 ~ Barrie
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo
One helluva show Friday night but seriously Pittsburgh...what the hell is this guy thinking? He's got to be a Steeler fan
lmao
are those overalls he yanked down
They were falling down. Why he felt the need to not only take his shirt off but unhitch his overalls as well is beyond me. Poor Ed, he had to look at that.
Peter Parker takes time out to see PJ?!? Now THAT'S a front page story for The Daily Bugle! Lol! I saw you recieving your tambourine from our friend Ed. Congrats!
I literally had tears in my eyes when I heard the first couple notes of footsteps, never thought I'd ever hear that live.
Same here dude, it was #1 on my list of songs I wanted to hear, followed by Of the Girl. Yellow Ledbetter and Let the Records Play were also in my top 5 I wanted to hear (Ledbetter is my 2nd favorite song and they didn't play it at my first 3 shows).
I had rail on Stone's side so when they came out for the first encore and noticed he had the harmonica in hand and Stone didn't have a bass (which would have been the case for "Smile") I looked at my uncle and said "if they play Footsteps I'm gonna shit my fucking pants" and wouldn't you know it a couple minutes later Stone hit those first few notes and I just freaked the fuck out. Amazing.
Footsteps was AMAZING! First time hearing it live.
The crowd was great.
Another unforgettable night. Thanks Pearl Jam! And a big thanks to Ten Club also!
Top 3 show PJ that I've seen! The energy and crowd was amazing!I drove from Saratoga Springs NY to Pittsburgh on Friday, 500 miles to get there and it was totally worth it. I haven't seen the whole crowd into a show from start to finish in a long time. Now if Pittsburgh could fix there traffic problem I might return.
"Wilbon loves being Michael Wilbon. I hate being Tony Kornheiser" - 02/08/2006
Now if Pittsburgh could fix there traffic problem I might return.
I agree. This was my fourth trip to Pittsburgh (and still the best) but nothing has changed regarding traffic in over 20 years. Rush hour until almost 8 pm and all of the streets in downtown go one way, the way you don't want to go. Lol! Great arena though. I'll bet Pens games are pretty sweet there.
Cols, OH 03-31-1992
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 08-26-1998
Cols, OH 08-21-2000
Cols, OH 06-24-2003
Cin, OH 06-24-2006
Cols, OH 05-06-2010
Pitt, PA 10-11-2013
Cin, OH 10-01-2014
Lexington, KY 04-26-2016
"It's already been sung, but it can't be said enough, 'All you need is love.'" LBC
Peter Parker takes time out to see PJ?!? Now THAT'S a front page story for The Daily Bugle! Lol! I saw you recieving your tambourine from our friend Ed. Congrats!
oh cool, that was you in the spiderman hoodie, I was in line right behind you outside the arena, good to put a face to board member
cool story too, cheers
Thanks guys!
You're welcome! Glad you got to hear some of your faves for the first time. I've always said seeing a PJ show is akin to a religious experience (something Ed joked about in Columbus in 2010)!
Cols, OH 03-31-1992
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 08-26-1998
Cols, OH 08-21-2000
Cols, OH 06-24-2003
Cin, OH 06-24-2006
Cols, OH 05-06-2010
Pitt, PA 10-11-2013
Cin, OH 10-01-2014
Lexington, KY 04-26-2016
"It's already been sung, but it can't be said enough, 'All you need is love.'" LBC
I loved this show! It was my first time seeing Pearl Jam since 2010. The opening of Pendulum, Of The Girl, and Nothingman was superb. I really enjoyed hearing the new songs and Footsteps is a special treat. I was in the 4th row back from the pit in Section 2. I'm about 6 feet tall and my view was fine and the sound was great.
For those who are complaining that the ticket says 7:30 but they didn't start until after 8...have you ever seen Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band? They have no opener and have been doing this same thing for years. I bet that's where Pearl Jam got the idea. I think if they started right at 7:30 and wrapped up at 10:15, there would be complaints on this board that they could have played until 11 (curfew). The band can't please everyone I guess.
The guy to my right in the 10C section was taking up nearly half the area in front of my seat. I politely asked him to move over & he did but then edged back into my space. I dealt with it and still had a great time at the show but was surprised because this has never happened to me before at a Pearl Jam show.
I laughed about a Cleveland Browns fan in the 10C section. I overheard him say to his friend that he wanted to wear Browns gear to the show but didn't cause of all the Steelers fans there. What a wuss that guy is. I have gone to Yankee Stadium and told everyone around me that I'm a Red Sox fan. Nothing worse than some good-natured ribbing ever occurred.
Pittsburgh is a great town. This was my 3rd visit to Pittsburgh (saw Drive-By Truckers at Three Rivers Arts Festival in 2005 and James McMurtry at Club Cafe in 2010). I would definitely come back.
You see me empty, Sir, do not pause and inquire, simply assume and refill.
- Al Swearengen
Holy shit, what a show. Waiting early paid off, 2nd 'row' directly in front of Mike, and got closer to Ed as the show went on and people moved. My friends and I had the absolute BEST time. THE BEST PART: I can die a happy woman because EDDIE WAVED TO ME! A small thing that really did kinda make my show, day, week, month, life... During Infallible, my favorite off of LB, I was rocking out, we made eye contact, and he gave me a smile and waved. I keep replaying that moment over and over again! Also, my friends and I all found Mike picks on the floor, which was an awesome souvenir! Who, btw, was super amazing to stand in front of. Everyone in my party got shout outs in the form of points and eye contact and nods and such. He's just the best.
Basically, the whole show was perfection. I was expecting it to be good, but holy shit wasn't expecting the tour to start off with such a bang! Also, to me, Ed sounds the best he has since 2006. Of the Girl 2nd song, whaaat? Gorgeous. So many favorites off of Yield, Untitled>MFC was amazing, as was Faithfull. And of course, my song, Given to Fly Footsteps was just beautiful. Whipping was tons of fun, and I had no idea who this Grilled Cheese guy is, but I like him because he was rockin out HARD and having the best damn time on stage!
New song stuff: So impressed by how well this album already translates live. Infallible, Sirens, and Let the Records Play were my favorites. Pendulum was a cool opener, McCready using a bow was insane! I liked it a lot on first listen, but it didn't grow on me from there. Since the show, I've been listening more and more and it's growing on each listen. Same, in an even bigger effect, with Yellow Moon. I always liked it, but for some reason studio it lost my attention a lot. Live it was beautiful. Let the Records Play was probably the song that blew me away most. It's just so sick. One word: MCCREADY! Infallible was another particularly amazing one, and not just cause during it Ed waved to me Sirens was GORGEOUS and I almost teared up during one point (almost teared up during Alive at one point, too). I'm amazed on how much my opinion of that song has changed. Used to hate it, it's now one of my favorites off of LB. MYM was super fun live, as was Lightning Bolt.
I love the new stage set up. The lit up bird, the lanters, Ed swinging on those lanterns, all awesome. Also loved Jeff being silly with the lanters, too, bumping them then trying to avoid them!
Random note: At one point, Jeff kissed Mike on the forehead and it was the most adorable thing ever.
Two small gripes: #1: Jeff and I made eye contact at one point and he threw a pick my way. A man behind me basically crushed my hand in trying to get a pick (that HURT, dude), and neither of us ended up getting the pick cuz it just flew by. So that was :( #2: If you are the lady that pushed in front of me, then pushed the 2 guys on the RAIL for a spot, I hope you know how rude that was.
Anyway, it was an amazing start to my PJ shows and I am a lucky person to be able to say I get to see them 4 more times! This band means so much to me! YAYYY for seeing them live and having the absolute best time!
"Sometimes you find yourself having to put all your faith in no faith."
~not a dude~
2010: MSGx2
2012: Made In America
2013: Pittsburgh, Brooklynx2, Hartford, Baltimore
2014: Leeds, Milton Keynes, Detroit
2015: Global Citizen Festival
2016: Phillyx2, MSGx2, Fenwayx2 2018: Barcelona, Wrigleyx2
Now if Pittsburgh could fix there traffic problem I might return.
I agree. This was my fourth trip to Pittsburgh (and still the best) but nothing has changed regarding traffic in over 20 years. Rush hour until almost 8 pm and all of the streets in downtown go one way, the way you don't want to go. Lol! Great arena though. I'll bet Pens games are pretty sweet there.
oh fuck, I totally got lost in Pittsburgh :fp: :fp:
I figured since I have driven in major cities like Toronto, Montreal, Chicago, Detroit, Boston that Pittsburgh shouldn`t be that difficult.
50 minutes to get to my hotel
fuck me I was wrong
:fp:
1998 ~ Barrie
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo
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And agree with everyone about the late start time. Personally, I loved the idea of no opening band, but if your not going on until 8:20 why not have one?
The highlight for me was FOOTSTEPS and I just got chills thinking about how great that song was!
As a Pittsburger, I LOVED the Jason Grillie part of the show! I thought it was great having him on stage while they played WHIPPPING which is the song that is played when he takes the mound during a game. During the summer, I heard a locker room radio interview where he talked about his love of Pearl Jam and his "dream " to meet them. So I thought it was cool that he finally did. Great moment!
Loved the new songs, ecspecially Lightening Bolt.
Just a great concert!!
I just cant say enough about the show! It was everything i hoped it would be. Of course the only way it could be better was if i had closer seats! Eddie sounded awesome, and Mike & Stone were just smokin! I seriously still have a smile on my face, and since im trying to score Philly tix, just cant wait to see them again!
09/18/98 - Columbia MD, 07/01/03 - Bristow VA, 05/13/10 - Bristow VA,
10/11/13 - Pittsburgh PA, 10/27/13 -Baltimore MD, 10/29/13 - Charlottesville VA
4/18/2016 - Hampton, VA
I may not have traveled around the country or world to see them or know every word/ song, but I can honestly say I LOVE this band. I especially loved how they appreciate their fans' support. Last night, I could tell the guys were excited/shocked at the crowd's reaction when they hit the stage.
Been going through a lot of stress lately and this show was the best thing for it. I got to dance and sing/shout some of the stress away. Their music has meant so much. It was an awesome night!
If you have GA and want to be up front, better plan on getting to the arena very early. If you have seats or GA and don't care how far back you are (not a huge pit by the way... a lot of room at the back and no bad places to stand) you can get there later.
My only regret is them not playing 3 hours longer and to myself for not taking the next 3 months off to follow them across the country.
Does anyone know when the site will have the show for sale?
Literally smoking!!! I could smell quite a bit of reefer around my on the floor. Saw many smoke plumes coming from the pit area. Didn't bother me at I like to indulge every once in a while.
Great show, seemed the band was really ready to get the tour going. Eddie sounded very good in my opinion. I loved the new LB songs. I listened to new album half dozen times at least before the show so felt could follow along pretty well. Was surprised with such slow start but enjoyed them all.Took my daughter to her first show and all the fans around me were fantastic. Had an awesome time!! Thank you PJ for 20+ years and don't stop!!
2012 Missoula (9/30) 2013 Chicago (7/19) Pittsburgh (10/11) Buffalo (10/12) Baltimore (10/27) Dallas (11/15)
2014 Austin (10/12) Memphis (10/14) St. Paul (10/19) Milwaukee (10/20) Denver (10/22)
2016 Ft. Lauderdale (4/8) Miami (4/9) Hampton (4/18) Philly (4/28,4/29) NY (5/1,5/2) 2018 Seattle (8/10) Missoula (8/13) 2022 Nashville (9/16)
E.V. - 2008 Berkeley (4/8) 2012 Austin (11/9,11/12)
Temple of the Dog - 2016 Upper Darby
They went on around 8:20 and finished up shortly after 11:00. I expected them to be fashionably late, but I thought almost an hour was a little too much. Traffic was a nightmare getting into the venue so maybe they took that into consideration. If they would have went on at 7:50 or so there would have been a lot of empty seats to start.
Same where I was, tons of people left as soon as Ed said "ok, here's a new one we've never played before" people all got up and left......
Footsteps...Of The Girl....Amazing!
Is the fortune that you need
Did you see the merch lines? They're generating a very healthy revenue stream by waiting until 8:30. Their scheduled start time and actual start time are working as intended by management. Album sales aren't what they used to be. Bands are adjusting accordingly.
I lost out on the ten club seats but ended up in section 205 in the second row, not bad seats, but clearly not the best. The crowd was great, a little quiet during the new stuff but that is to be expected. I personally love the new album, gave it 3-4 listens before the show, a couple songs I wasn't sure about but they were way better live.
I went with my wife who is not a huge fan of PJ but does like a lot of their stuff. I met a couple next to me, she was a crazy fan like me but her boyfriend was like my wife, not a huge fan. Her and I ended up rocking out most of the night and we got my wife into the singalongs which was a lot of fun. A couple in front of us brought their 4 year old son, along with some noise reducing headphones in case the sound was too much. The kid knew the words to all the songs except the new stuff and rocked out all night, hands in the air, it was amazing. Can;t even count how many high fives I gave the little guy, and his parents.
The setlist was perfect, the only change I would make is to delete Yellow Ledbetter and insert indifference, I literally had tears in my eyes when I heard the first couple notes of footsteps, never thought I'd ever hear that live.
My wife and I went to see the giant duck in the river that afternoon, we were waiting under the bridge at point park waiting for the rain to stop, I had a nickel in my pocket and was about to toss it in the pool, my wife stopped me and said "wish for the 5 songs that you want to hear tonight" I got 4 of 5, so awesome night.
Forgot to mention that my awesome wife went to get another round of drinks at the first encore break, she was gone awhile and brought back a new hoodie and some stickers, wearing it now and loving it.
Philly 10/22/13
Missoula 8/22/24
Peter Parker takes time out to see PJ?!? Now THAT'S a front page story for The Daily Bugle! Lol! I saw you recieving your tambourine from our friend Ed. Congrats! I was behind the stage, 6 rows up, center. An interesting perspective from which to take in a show that's not designed to be performed in the round. The guys all made a point to acknowledge all 360 degrees of fans surrounding them. Awesome show and a must own boot! Loved the new songs and can't wait for LB!
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 08-26-1998
Cols, OH 08-21-2000
Cols, OH 06-24-2003
Cin, OH 06-24-2006
Cols, OH 05-06-2010
Pitt, PA 10-11-2013
Cin, OH 10-01-2014
Lexington, KY 04-26-2016
"It's already been sung, but it can't be said enough, 'All you need is love.'" LBC
Congrats! I remember when I lost my PJ virginity... 21 years flys by. Lol!
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 08-26-1998
Cols, OH 08-21-2000
Cols, OH 06-24-2003
Cin, OH 06-24-2006
Cols, OH 05-06-2010
Pitt, PA 10-11-2013
Cin, OH 10-01-2014
Lexington, KY 04-26-2016
"It's already been sung, but it can't be said enough, 'All you need is love.'" LBC
oh cool, that was you in the spiderman hoodie, I was in line right behind you outside the arena, good to put a face to board member
cool story too, cheers
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo
lmao
are those overalls he yanked down
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo
They were falling down. Why he felt the need to not only take his shirt off but unhitch his overalls as well is beyond me. Poor Ed, he had to look at that.
Thanks guys!
Same here dude, it was #1 on my list of songs I wanted to hear, followed by Of the Girl. Yellow Ledbetter and Let the Records Play were also in my top 5 I wanted to hear (Ledbetter is my 2nd favorite song and they didn't play it at my first 3 shows).
I had rail on Stone's side so when they came out for the first encore and noticed he had the harmonica in hand and Stone didn't have a bass (which would have been the case for "Smile") I looked at my uncle and said "if they play Footsteps I'm gonna shit my fucking pants" and wouldn't you know it a couple minutes later Stone hit those first few notes and I just freaked the fuck out. Amazing.
The crowd was great.
Another unforgettable night. Thanks Pearl Jam! And a big thanks to Ten Club also!
I agree. This was my fourth trip to Pittsburgh (and still the best) but nothing has changed regarding traffic in over 20 years. Rush hour until almost 8 pm and all of the streets in downtown go one way, the way you don't want to go. Lol! Great arena though. I'll bet Pens games are pretty sweet there.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 08-26-1998
Cols, OH 08-21-2000
Cols, OH 06-24-2003
Cin, OH 06-24-2006
Cols, OH 05-06-2010
Pitt, PA 10-11-2013
Cin, OH 10-01-2014
Lexington, KY 04-26-2016
"It's already been sung, but it can't be said enough, 'All you need is love.'" LBC
You're welcome! Glad you got to hear some of your faves for the first time. I've always said seeing a PJ show is akin to a religious experience (something Ed joked about in Columbus in 2010)!
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 08-26-1998
Cols, OH 08-21-2000
Cols, OH 06-24-2003
Cin, OH 06-24-2006
Cols, OH 05-06-2010
Pitt, PA 10-11-2013
Cin, OH 10-01-2014
Lexington, KY 04-26-2016
"It's already been sung, but it can't be said enough, 'All you need is love.'" LBC
For those who are complaining that the ticket says 7:30 but they didn't start until after 8...have you ever seen Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band? They have no opener and have been doing this same thing for years. I bet that's where Pearl Jam got the idea. I think if they started right at 7:30 and wrapped up at 10:15, there would be complaints on this board that they could have played until 11 (curfew). The band can't please everyone I guess.
The guy to my right in the 10C section was taking up nearly half the area in front of my seat. I politely asked him to move over & he did but then edged back into my space. I dealt with it and still had a great time at the show but was surprised because this has never happened to me before at a Pearl Jam show.
I laughed about a Cleveland Browns fan in the 10C section. I overheard him say to his friend that he wanted to wear Browns gear to the show but didn't cause of all the Steelers fans there. What a wuss that guy is. I have gone to Yankee Stadium and told everyone around me that I'm a Red Sox fan. Nothing worse than some good-natured ribbing ever occurred.
Pittsburgh is a great town. This was my 3rd visit to Pittsburgh (saw Drive-By Truckers at Three Rivers Arts Festival in 2005 and James McMurtry at Club Cafe in 2010). I would definitely come back.
- Al Swearengen
http://www.cantstoptheserenity.com
Basically, the whole show was perfection. I was expecting it to be good, but holy shit wasn't expecting the tour to start off with such a bang! Also, to me, Ed sounds the best he has since 2006. Of the Girl 2nd song, whaaat? Gorgeous. So many favorites off of Yield, Untitled>MFC was amazing, as was Faithfull. And of course, my song, Given to Fly
New song stuff: So impressed by how well this album already translates live. Infallible, Sirens, and Let the Records Play were my favorites. Pendulum was a cool opener, McCready using a bow was insane! I liked it a lot on first listen, but it didn't grow on me from there. Since the show, I've been listening more and more and it's growing on each listen. Same, in an even bigger effect, with Yellow Moon. I always liked it, but for some reason studio it lost my attention a lot. Live it was beautiful. Let the Records Play was probably the song that blew me away most. It's just so sick. One word: MCCREADY! Infallible was another particularly amazing one, and not just cause during it Ed waved to me
I love the new stage set up. The lit up bird, the lanters, Ed swinging on those lanterns, all awesome. Also loved Jeff being silly with the lanters, too, bumping them then trying to avoid them!
Random note: At one point, Jeff kissed Mike on the forehead and it was the most adorable thing ever.
Two small gripes: #1: Jeff and I made eye contact at one point and he threw a pick my way. A man behind me basically crushed my hand in trying to get a pick (that HURT, dude), and neither of us ended up getting the pick cuz it just flew by. So that was :( #2: If you are the lady that pushed in front of me, then pushed the 2 guys on the RAIL for a spot, I hope you know how rude that was.
Anyway, it was an amazing start to my PJ shows and I am a lucky person to be able to say I get to see them 4 more times! This band means so much to me! YAYYY for seeing them live and having the absolute best time!
~not a dude~
2010: MSGx2
2012: Made In America
2013: Pittsburgh, Brooklynx2, Hartford, Baltimore
2014: Leeds, Milton Keynes, Detroit
2015: Global Citizen Festival
2016: Phillyx2, MSGx2, Fenwayx2
2018: Barcelona, Wrigleyx2
oh fuck, I totally got lost in Pittsburgh :fp: :fp:
I figured since I have driven in major cities like Toronto, Montreal, Chicago, Detroit, Boston that Pittsburgh shouldn`t be that difficult.
50 minutes to get to my hotel
fuck me I was wrong
:fp:
2003 ~ Toronto
2005 ~ London, Toronto
2006 ~ Toronto
2008 ~ Hartford, Mansfied I,
2009 ~ Toronto, Chicago I, Chicago II
2010 ~ Cleveland, Buffalo
2011 ~ Toronto I, Toronto II, Ottawa, Hamilton
2013 - London, Pittsburgh, Buffalo