Because the lyrics are so brilliant and beautiful, because the music is so passionate, because they are so good to their fans, because they've never been sellouts, because they actually care about making a positive difference in this world, and because they're the only band I can listen to for hours on end without getting sick of them...
Chicago 2000 : Chicago 2003 : Chicago 2006 : Summerfest 2006 : Lollapalooza 2007 : Chicago 2009 : Noblesville (Indy) 2010 : PJ20 (East Troy) 2011 : Wrigley Field 2013 : Milwaukee (Yield) 2014 : Wrigley Field 2016
Because they are (no mather what you all say) the most creative, versatile, unique(you might say theyre not original but I have never seen anyone sound like them(and ive seen alot of nirvana rip offs(good ones))), humilde, outspoken(in a good way), generous, credible, talented, oh and amazing guitarrist, outstanding drummer, and the best vocalist/lyricist/songwriter of ALL FUCKING TIME.....................
Well said. Thank you very much for that. xoxo
~The ocean is full 'cause everyone's crying~
One great big festering neon distraction,
Ive a suggestion to keep you all occupied.
Learn to swim.
PJ is the best b/c they're incredibly talented musicians, play and sing from their souls, world events actually mean something to them, and they care about their fans enough to work hard on each and every album and song! They truly are the best band in the world.
they appraciate their fans and play a wide variety of their song catalog.
they believe in the music and don't care about who says what about it.
As you live your life in sometimes quiet desperation, facing adversity and tragedy: if you have hope and love, that mixture helps you overcome that tragedy and go on with the rest of your life.”
--Jack Lengyel
Their music can do so many things... If I want to rock out...if I want to feel sad...if I want to philosophize i can. Eddie makes the vocals and lyrics sound great with his rage. Jeff grooves with his bass beat. Matt swings it with his drumbeat. Mike makes me want to jam. Stone makes me dance...and for all its worth PJ will always be my favorite!!!
Noblesville 6/22/2003 St. Louis 5/4/2010 East Troy 9/4/2011
Cleveland 5/20/2006 Columbus 5/6/2010 Chicago 7/19/2013
Cincinnatti 6/24/2006 Noblesville 5/7/2010. Buffalo 10/12/2013
Lollapalooza 8/5/2007 Mountain View 10/23/2010 Cincinnatti 10/1/2014
Washington D.C. 6/22/2008 Mountain View 10/24/2010 St. Louis 10/3/2014
Chicago 8/22/2008(EV Solo) St. Louis 7/1/2011 (EV Solo) St. Paul 10/19/2014
Kansas City 5/3/2010 East Troy 9/3/2011 Milwaukee 10/20/2014
Hampton 4/18/2016 Columbia 4/21/2016 Lexington 4/26/2016
NYC 5/2/2016
I don't think I can ever get sick of their music whereas it happened a few times with other bands.
There's no day when I'm not listening to any PJ.
Great musicians, excellent song writers, superb performers.
They really appreciate their fans and they mean it.
Yesterday I went to Earls Court to see RHCP but they were nowhere near to PJ. No crowd interaction, no rarities, a quite dull Anthony, Flea and John were quite good though and tried to save the gig but they were not on fire like Mikey who rocks out all the time. I felt a bit disappointed as PJ set a very high standard in terms of live acts and RHCP didn't meet that. Maybe they were kinda cool 10-15 yrs ago but now... I know this would never happen to PJ and I'm sure their shows will be still full of energy, rage and they'll be rocking big time 15 or more years on too.
Euro 2007: Madrid 09/06 Wembley 18/06, Düsseldorf 21/06, Copenhagen 26/06, Nijmegen 28/06, Werchter 29/06
Astoria 20/04/06
Reading - 27/08/06
Vienna - 25/09/06 - the BEST day of my life
They have amazing albums that have gotten me through good and bad times in my life, they are even better live, They are just amazing musicians, they do more for their fans than any other band I've ever seen. They do more for charity than any other band I have ever seen. They motivate their fans to get involved with social and important issues. They have motivated fans to start their own projects, fundraisers and even summer parties to celebrate their music, raise money and have fun at the same time. Though I've never met a member of the band, I have heard that they are the most down to earth and "normal" musicians people have ever met. They are probably one of the most caring and good hearted group of people ever to be in a successful band. I guess I could go on forever. This band has truly changed my life for the better and probably everyones on this board.
Thanks Pearl Jam for everything......
and P.S. if I had more money and time of work I would have seen more shows, but thanks for two unforgettable nights in Chicago. PEACE!!!
Alpine Valley 06-13-99 [EV-Solo]
Alpine Valley 10-8-00 (The Icebowl)
Chicago 05-16-06, 05-17-06
Lollapalooza 08-05-07
Chicago 08-22-08 [EV Solo]
Chicago 08-23-09, 08-24-09
Chicago 06-28-11, 06-29-11 [EV Solo]
PJ20 Alpine Valley 09-03-11, 09-04-11
Wrigley Field 07-19-13
Wrigley Field 08-20-16, 08-22-16
They don't compromise...they are who they are...love it or hate it.
I also love the fact that, for the most part, their fans have grown up with them. PJ isn't a fad...once you are hooked, you are hooked for good. They aren't a flash in the pan. And those of us who have loved them for many years stay devoted...and bring others along for the ride.
What they give back to the world as a whole, charity organizations, environmental groups,etc, puts them over the top for me. This band cares. THAT is why Pearl Jam is so awesome.
Their music is the PERFECT blend of accessibility and intelligence- a very tight rope that very few have ever walked across.
Couldn't have said it better myself.
When I joined the pit, not to long ago, I was surprised just how many people refered to the bands music as a soundtrack to their life (of sorts). Thats exactly how I feel.
Its not that we've all shared the experiences described in every song, but somehow Ed has a way of tapping into the very essence of the human experience. He provides the words, and the rest of the boys put it to music in such a way that it elicits a response from your soul.
Obvioulsy I don't have Eds talent with words, but hopefully that made sense anyway.
All of the above! They totally revived my interest in music in 1992 and continue to do so. I can't wait to see where they go next, but I know I'll be there.
"I'd rather be with an animal." "Those that can be trusted can change their mind." "The in between is mine." "If I don't lose control, explore and not explode, a preternatural other plane with the power to maintain." "Yeh this is living." "Life is what you make it."
not only musically but what they are as people. i've never met them, closest was hanging out by letterman on may 4. but from what I've heard they're all normal down to earth people, which is rare to find among entertainers. So being normal people that rock makes them the best band in the world.
Reading 2004
Albany 2006 Camden 2006 E. Rutherford 2, 2006 Inglewood 2006,
Chicago 2007
Camden 2008 MSG 2008 MSG 2008 Hartford 2008.
Seattle 2009 Seattle 2009 Philadelphia 2009,Philadelphia 2009 Philadelphia 2009
Hartford 2010 MSG 2010 MSG 2010
Toronto 2011,Toronto 2011
Wrigley Field 2013 Brooklyn 2013 Brooklyn 2013 Philadelphia 2, 2013
Philadelphia 1, 2016 Philadelphia 2 2016 New York 2016 New York 2016 Fenway 1, 2016 Fenway 2, 2018 MSG 2022 St. Paul, 1, St. Paul 2 2023 MSG 2024, MSG 2024 Philadelphia 2024
"I play good, hard-nosed basketball.
Things happen in the game. Nothing you
can do. I don't go and say,
"I'm gonna beat this guy up."
they're the best because they had been an incredible inspiration for me. There is SO much depth and story in their music, that you ALWAYS learn, and love something new. your favorite song today might be replaced by another one tomorrow. They have LOTS of materials, to always keep it fresh. they have this integrity, and love for what they're doing. they want to make a difference, make this world a better place.
simply put, you can't go wrong in saying they're the best. even if its only in your own standards... still, they are the best for you. maybe not for the majority... but for a single fan to tell them that they're the best...
maybe they really are. and i agree....
"The Day of Redemption is at hand! Repent, and thou shall be saved..." - A. Ventura
"I always tell the truth. Even when I lie" - T. Montana
---
"Yeah i know... sounds stupid." Aldrin said.
They don't compromise...they are who they are...love it or hate it.
I also love the fact that, for the most part, their fans have grown up with them. PJ isn't a fad...once you are hooked, you are hooked for good. They aren't a flash in the pan. And those of us who have loved them for many years stay devoted...and bring others along for the ride.
damn... YES... YES... I AGREE!!!
true fans don't like them because they are popular know. before you become a hardcore, you will know their history. their personalities... and you'll be hooked... yes, its not just a fad... a big thing, that will just fade away... i think they'll just be here, as long as they can. with or without fans... i think they'll still rock out till they can't stand up no more...
and yes, i NEVER get tired listening to them.
"The Day of Redemption is at hand! Repent, and thou shall be saved..." - A. Ventura
"I always tell the truth. Even when I lie" - T. Montana
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"Yeah i know... sounds stupid." Aldrin said.
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in my rearviewmirror
But You Might Die Trying
Mihi cura futuri.
The elements they speak to me.
http://espn.go.com/espnradiostations/NewYork1050/gallery/35218855.html
so cute they are
One great big festering neon distraction,
Ive a suggestion to keep you all occupied.
Learn to swim.
http://www.myspace.com/wrinkle_in_time
http://s71.photobucket.com/albums/i159/prlgrl23/
Ralph Nader
they believe in the music and don't care about who says what about it.
--Jack Lengyel
"I thought I thought the world"
"Good place to hide oh my oh"
"Gorgeous was his savior, sees her drowning in his wake"
"Ah torture follows reward follows torture follows reward"
"Byzantine is reflected in our pond"
"No time to be void"
"Please stand by the shore"
"I got my hand in my pocket, so determined, discreet"
"He won the lottery by being born, big hand slapped a white male American"
"I swear I recognize your breath"
"Like a cloud dropping rain I'm discarding all thought"
"I swallowed my breath and went deep, I was diving"
"I'm so high I hold just one breath here within my chest just like innocence"
"Are we getting something out of this all-encompassing trip?"
Mihi cura futuri.
The elements they speak to me.
http://espn.go.com/espnradiostations/NewYork1050/gallery/35218855.html
so cute they are
Cleveland 5/20/2006 Columbus 5/6/2010 Chicago 7/19/2013
Cincinnatti 6/24/2006 Noblesville 5/7/2010. Buffalo 10/12/2013
Lollapalooza 8/5/2007 Mountain View 10/23/2010 Cincinnatti 10/1/2014
Washington D.C. 6/22/2008 Mountain View 10/24/2010 St. Louis 10/3/2014
Chicago 8/22/2008(EV Solo) St. Louis 7/1/2011 (EV Solo) St. Paul 10/19/2014
Kansas City 5/3/2010 East Troy 9/3/2011 Milwaukee 10/20/2014
Hampton 4/18/2016 Columbia 4/21/2016 Lexington 4/26/2016
NYC 5/2/2016
holy shit, 12hours?
♬♪♫ and I will not, grow tired of crayon stars and fire
♬♪♫ cause a soldier's death is so much better than defeat just hanging around
There's no day when I'm not listening to any PJ.
Great musicians, excellent song writers, superb performers.
They really appreciate their fans and they mean it.
Yesterday I went to Earls Court to see RHCP but they were nowhere near to PJ. No crowd interaction, no rarities, a quite dull Anthony, Flea and John were quite good though and tried to save the gig but they were not on fire like Mikey who rocks out all the time. I felt a bit disappointed as PJ set a very high standard in terms of live acts and RHCP didn't meet that. Maybe they were kinda cool 10-15 yrs ago but now... I know this would never happen to PJ and I'm sure their shows will be still full of energy, rage and they'll be rocking big time 15 or more years on too.
Astoria 20/04/06
Reading - 27/08/06
Vienna - 25/09/06 - the BEST day of my life
just heard 7/7 san diego BIG WAVE
one of my faves from PJ and it is great live--exactly what I expected
Love how he growls the Use-d at the very start of the song
Mihi cura futuri.
The elements they speak to me.
http://espn.go.com/espnradiostations/NewYork1050/gallery/35218855.html
so cute they are
Thanks Pearl Jam for everything......
and P.S. if I had more money and time of work I would have seen more shows, but thanks for two unforgettable nights in Chicago. PEACE!!!
Alpine Valley 10-8-00 (The Icebowl)
Chicago 05-16-06, 05-17-06
Lollapalooza 08-05-07
Chicago 08-22-08 [EV Solo]
Chicago 08-23-09, 08-24-09
Chicago 06-28-11, 06-29-11 [EV Solo]
PJ20 Alpine Valley 09-03-11, 09-04-11
Wrigley Field 07-19-13
Wrigley Field 08-20-16, 08-22-16
Mihi cura futuri.
The elements they speak to me.
http://espn.go.com/espnradiostations/NewYork1050/gallery/35218855.html
so cute they are
I also love the fact that, for the most part, their fans have grown up with them. PJ isn't a fad...once you are hooked, you are hooked for good. They aren't a flash in the pan. And those of us who have loved them for many years stay devoted...and bring others along for the ride.
It's Hard To Imagine....
But You Might Die Trying
What they give back to the world as a whole, charity organizations, environmental groups,etc, puts them over the top for me. This band cares. THAT is why Pearl Jam is so awesome.
"throws up horns"
Couldn't have said it better myself.
When I joined the pit, not to long ago, I was surprised just how many people refered to the bands music as a soundtrack to their life (of sorts). Thats exactly how I feel.
Its not that we've all shared the experiences described in every song, but somehow Ed has a way of tapping into the very essence of the human experience. He provides the words, and the rest of the boys put it to music in such a way that it elicits a response from your soul.
Obvioulsy I don't have Eds talent with words, but hopefully that made sense anyway.
Mihi cura futuri.
The elements they speak to me.
http://espn.go.com/espnradiostations/NewYork1050/gallery/35218855.html
so cute they are
Albany 2006 Camden 2006 E. Rutherford 2, 2006 Inglewood 2006,
Chicago 2007
Camden 2008 MSG 2008 MSG 2008 Hartford 2008.
Seattle 2009 Seattle 2009 Philadelphia 2009,Philadelphia 2009 Philadelphia 2009
Hartford 2010 MSG 2010 MSG 2010
Toronto 2011,Toronto 2011
Wrigley Field 2013 Brooklyn 2013 Brooklyn 2013 Philadelphia 2, 2013
Philadelphia 1, 2016 Philadelphia 2 2016 New York 2016 New York 2016 Fenway 1, 2016
Fenway 2, 2018
MSG 2022
St. Paul, 1, St. Paul 2 2023
MSG 2024, MSG 2024
Philadelphia 2024
"I play good, hard-nosed basketball.
Things happen in the game. Nothing you
can do. I don't go and say,
"I'm gonna beat this guy up."
simply put, you can't go wrong in saying they're the best. even if its only in your own standards... still, they are the best for you. maybe not for the majority... but for a single fan to tell them that they're the best...
maybe they really are. and i agree....
"I always tell the truth. Even when I lie" - T. Montana
---
"Yeah i know... sounds stupid." Aldrin said.
#18 INC forever
damn... YES... YES... I AGREE!!!
true fans don't like them because they are popular know. before you become a hardcore, you will know their history. their personalities... and you'll be hooked... yes, its not just a fad... a big thing, that will just fade away... i think they'll just be here, as long as they can. with or without fans... i think they'll still rock out till they can't stand up no more...
"I always tell the truth. Even when I lie" - T. Montana
---
"Yeah i know... sounds stupid." Aldrin said.
#18 INC forever