Pearl Jam's new album ”Dark Matter” ! Single out!

man of the prowler

It’ll always get better man, new record or not

mvw

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

There is a spring time ahead for you.  Stay strong.

brianlux

Spunkie said:

I think they should drop something February 29th, 2024 because it's a Magical Leap Day 😇

"Magical Leap Day", I love it- never heard it called that, but I love it.  Good plan T!

demetrios

igotid88 said:

Jeff turned 60

Ah, that must be it.

pdalowsky

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Hoping things improve for you and 2024 sees things work out positively for you. 

If you ever need a friendly ear and someone to bounce a few messages off send me a PM. 

bigbiggzy

pdalowsky said:

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Hoping things improve for you and 2024 sees things work out positively for you. 

If you ever need a friendly ear and someone to bounce a few messages off send me a PM. 

Sending you some positive energy. Here’s to a better year ahead.

Go Animal

pdalowsky said:

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Hoping things improve for you and 2024 sees things work out positively for you. 

If you ever need a friendly ear and someone to bounce a few messages off send me a PM. 

Same from me (and Paul is one of the best dudes around). I have a feeling this record is going to be a spiritual rebirth for the band, and all of us. Good time to be a PJ fan :clap:

demetrios

man of the prowler said:

It’ll always get better man, new record or not

Yes, it'll get better.

joseph33

mcgruff10 said:

I definitely have not been too impressed with the new ev stuff.  Kind of blah.  Just my .02. 

👆

100 Pacer

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Stay in touch. When the tour is announced if you’re able to attend a show whether GA or reserved with my seniority if it’s a ticket to a show you can attend that I’m holding it’s yours for free.

Spunkie

^ That's very sweet Pacer, thanks for making this a great community!
Give pacer a DM @Jcanr20!

THEBIBLEISTEN

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Hey, better days ahead, stay positive as life will get better. Don’t give up ! New record, new tour coming, lots to be excited about. I know life is hard but always better to talk with friends, family, random pearl Jam fans if times get tough. We all have been through tough times but my motto is that living is the best revenge. Keep your chin up. 

pdalowsky

100 Pacer said:

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Stay in touch. When the tour is announced if you’re able to attend a show whether GA or reserved with my seniority if it’s a ticket to a show you can attend that I’m holding it’s yours for free.

floored, absolute legend as always. 

pdalowsky

Go Animal said:

pdalowsky said:

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Hoping things improve for you and 2024 sees things work out positively for you. 

If you ever need a friendly ear and someone to bounce a few messages off send me a PM. 

Same from me (and Paul is one of the best dudes around). I have a feeling this record is going to be a spiritual rebirth for the band, and all of us. Good time to be a PJ fan :clap: :

Happy new year Matthias - hope 2024 is going to be very kind to you. I'll whatsapp you soon and catch up

Go Animal

Spunkie said:

^ That's very sweet Pacer, thanks for making this a great community!
Give pacer a DM @Jcanr20!

Huge act of kindness from 100Pacer (especially considering he & SHZA are arguably the 2 greatest acquisition men, when it comes to tickets 😅)

MM70435

Go Animal said:

pdalowsky said:

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Hoping things improve for you and 2024 sees things work out positively for you. 

If you ever need a friendly ear and someone to bounce a few messages off send me a PM. 

Same from me (and Paul is one of the best dudes around). I have a feeling this record is going to be a spiritual rebirth for the band, and all of us. Good time to be a PJ fan :clap:

Not quite all of us because Gigaton was that album to me.  It renewed by long time love for the band.  So much so I sort of hate a new album coming out because so many great songs off Gigaton that will vanish into oblivion.  I agree it a good time to be a PJ fan though.

pdalowsky

MM70435 said:

Go Animal said:

pdalowsky said:

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Hoping things improve for you and 2024 sees things work out positively for you. 

If you ever need a friendly ear and someone to bounce a few messages off send me a PM. 

Same from me (and Paul is one of the best dudes around). I have a feeling this record is going to be a spiritual rebirth for the band, and all of us. Good time to be a PJ fan :clap:

Not quite all of us because Gigaton was that album to me.  It renewed by long time love for the band.  So much so I sort of hate a new album coming out because so many great songs off Gigaton that will vanish into oblivion.  I agree it a good time to be a PJ fan though.

I see your point here too, we haven't had much chance to see all of gigaton live properly yet given the pandemic. I would have loved to have seen 7 o clock but having had only one tour and a few cancelled dates amongst that run of shows it never happened. 

Still a bit gutted that I never caught getaway and infallible from the LB run and we got plenty of tours there .......

Such is life. 

steven87

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

I’m so sorry to hear. Stay strong brother. Life can be hard at times, but remember there’s always things to look forward to- even little things. Sometimes it’s best to just focus on the little things and take it one day at a time. And this year we have a new record and a big world tour to look forward to. Music has an incredible healing power. And when things get tough, just remember that in the scheme of the billions of years that the universe has been around, we all happen to be fortunate enough to live in that very small segment in time when PJ has been around and has provided us with so much amazing music, memories, and joy. I wish nothing but the best for you over the next year, and hope you are able to make it to some shows and experience the unparalleled feeling of collective joy and catharsis that can only come from 20,000 people singing their lungs out to PJ!

steven87

100 Pacer said:

Jcanr20 said:

kmcmanus said:

Gigaton was unique in the catalog, it really has a specific feel of its own. And love it or hate it, not every band is still pushing themselves like that on album 11. I respect that a ton. 

But for me at least, Gigaton is a hard listen now. It’s the sound of a year spent driving to work at the hospital on empty roads. It’s the sensation of the earbuds being pushed by the PPE. I loved it at the time, franklly it was a lifeline that year. But like a few other 2020 records I played a ton (dogleg, Fiona Apple, Deftones & Hum among others, ‘20 was a strong release year weirdly) I can’t really listen to it on it’s own merits now.

I loved it at first, but I was severely depressed at the time and recovering from a failed suicide attempt that cost me part of a leg below the knee and so much more. It's hard to listen to now. It just takes me right back to that time and it's unbearable. I'm not doing great now, but I keep telling myself to hang on for the new record and maybe things will get better.

Stay in touch. When the tour is announced if you’re able to attend a show whether GA or reserved with my seniority if it’s a ticket to a show you can attend that I’m holding it’s yours for free.

What an amazing and incredibly generous gesture. This is why I love this community. 

Jcanr20

Thank you everyone. I really appreciate the positive words!