Classic Rock Magazine - Pearl Jam 'Ten' special

tremors · May 2011

Yeah, I read this last night - and whilst it was a pretty good read, and nice to read something 'in-depth' about Pearl Jam coming in the mainstream media, which is positive about the band and takes their legacy seriously, I had a few reservations.

Firstly, I think the title 'The Making of Ten' is a bit misleading - it is really a story about the band's formative years, coming together, going on to record Ten, and describing some of the experiences around that time - it doesn't really provide any new insights into the actual making of the album. It is probably not a bad thing to read for people who have an interest in Pearl Jam, but may not have read much about the formative years.

Secondly, I couldn't help thinking that in telling this story, it can't really compete with this amazing history from twofeethick: '1990: The Making of Pearl Jam' - a tft mini book.

http://www.twofeetthick.com/2010/10/199 ... mini-book/

So overall, my verdict is I am pleased to see something lengthy and atmospheric about Pearl Jam on the newstands - that is great - and it was an atmospheric read. People interested in this period though can find a lot of great stuff out there in the non commercial internet writing within the Pearl Jam website networks - not least this tft mini book above.

Good fun though

tremors · May 2011

pdalowsky wrote:

As for the British press I was pretty stunned to see very very positive reviews in 4 magazines of ukulele songs - including kerrang and Q. Seems the writer of both has a huge respect for Eddie

Yeah it's funny how the media here seem to go in waves - of falling in and out of love with Pearl Jam - and their reactions don't always seem to have much to do with the quality of the music at that time. I'm not saying that is the case here - I will look out for some of those reviews. I'm always pleased though when the British press give Pearl Jam and Eddie a fair shot - having been so hostile at certain times in the band's career.

Owl · May 2011

tremors wrote:

Owl wrote:

I'd gladly send some money in if any of you, kind British people bought one copy for me, please.
I'd really like to have one of those. Anybody willing to do so?

pm me your address, I'll get you one. That makes two orders now - I think that's my limit though!

Thanks a lot for your generous offer, tremors!
PM just sent

tremors wrote:

Secondly, I couldn't help thinking that in telling this story, it can't really compete with this amazing history from twofeethick: '1990: The Making of Pearl Jam' - a tft mini book.

http://www.twofeetthick.com/2010/10/199 ... mini-book/

That reminded me I had submitted my email to receive one of those and never seen anything.
Fortunately, the pdf file is still available.
Thanks a lot for your review and suggestions

boyo79 · May 2011

If anyone wants an extra copy PM me and I will pick it up tomorrow when I go to get Ed's album & dvd

titchinello · May 2011

just picked mine up yesterday, but just wanted to say also, in the main magazine did anyone spot the eddie vedders song, think it was dream a little dream is number 3 on their heavy rotation playlist. nothing important, just wanted to say.

morello · June 2011

Hey so is this the June mag? I went into the mag shop here today & the latest mag they had was May I think & jeez, I can't remember what it had on the cover but it was like in a cardboard envelope & there wasn't a bonus mag. I guess it might take a couple of weeks to get here, I'll check again later.

tremors · June 2011

morello wrote:

Hey so is this the June mag? I went into the mag shop here today & the latest mag they had was May I think & jeez, I can't remember what it had on the cover but it was like in a cardboard envelope & there wasn't a bonus mag. I guess it might take a couple of weeks to get here, I'll check again later.

According to the cover it is the 'July 2011' mag. It has Maiden on the cover, and comes in a sealed bag, which has PJ references quite prominently. You'll know it when you see it!

morello · June 2011

tremors wrote:

morello wrote:

Hey so is this the June mag? I went into the mag shop here today & the latest mag they had was May I think & jeez, I can't remember what it had on the cover but it was like in a cardboard envelope & there wasn't a bonus mag. I guess it might take a couple of weeks to get here, I'll check again later.

According to the cover it is the 'July 2011' mag. It has Maiden on the cover, and comes in a sealed bag, which has PJ references quite prominently. You'll know it when you see it!

Ah cool. Thnx.

PilateOfTheStorm · June 2011

i read it last night

he got eddie's birthday wrong!

but it was a cool read, some cool pictures too

demetrios · June 2011

*ordered!!!

ACCBootlegGoddess · June 2011

boyo79 wrote:

I don't know if anyone has already mentioned this but in this months Classic Rock mag there is a free special mag "Pearl Jam 20th Anniversary Special: The Making Of Ten"

http://www.classicrockmagazine.com/news ... le-now-14/

Thanks for the heads up. It's not out on this side of the pond yet but I'll keep my eyes open for it.

Suziemay · June 2011

ScottRose wrote:

tremors wrote:

I was trying to think of where I knew the name of the writer Mick Wall from

GN'R - Get In The Ring

Anyway, I subscribe to CR, and it's a good read. Haven't gotten this issue yet, tho. And you can buy their issues here: http://www.myfavouritemagazines.co.uk/music/classic-rock-magazine-back-issues/Classic-Rock-Jul-11.html

Thanks for the link, ordered mine too! I went to the local bookstore, was so excited to see a few copies of Classic Rock, only to see that they were all ripped open (idiots :roll: ) but then realized there was no mention of Pearl Jam. Didn't realize this was a UK mag.

tremors · June 2011

Here is a pic of the edition in question - in its wrapper - I think it is the wrapper which has all the Pearl Jam refs, no mention on the cover of the magazine itself

RKCNDY · June 2011

I can't wait for mine...thank you kind friend from across the pond for posting this to me!

joberschlake · June 2011

Owl wrote:

I'd gladly send some money in if any of you, kind British people bought one copy for me, please.
I'd really like to have one of those. Anybody willing to do so?

You can order from their website and have shipped to US.

theserialthrilla · June 2011

RKCNDY wrote:

I can't wait for mine...thank you kind friend from across the pond for posting this to me!

crap i knew i forgot something.

dottles · June 2011

I think the Sainsburys opposite my office think I am mental for buying 5 copies of this magazine!
Copies are now winging their way to various parts of the world

demetrios · June 2011

tremors wrote:

Here is a pic of the edition in question - in its wrapper - I think it is the wrapper which has all the Pearl Jam refs, no mention on the cover of the magazine itself

Sweet! I hope it's as lovely as those Hit Paradar Pearl Jam Edition mag's what they did way back in '92 & '93. Rolling Stones & Circus were ok (back then) but Hit Paradar was the greatest. Ever 2nd month they had 16 - 32 pages worth of Pearl Jam photos, articles & interviews with the band. I still have every single one of them.

RKCNDY · June 2011

theserialthrilla wrote:

RKCNDY wrote:

I can't wait for mine...thank you kind friend from across the pond for posting this to me!

crap i knew i forgot something.

:twisted:

I can have Mr. BD intercept your bobbleheads in NY!

Jeremys Spoken · July 2011

My friend just delivered this to me

Classic Rock Magazine - Pearl Jam 'Ten' special

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