I typically need a couple days to organize rational thoughts about these shows.
Anyway I was thinking about Eddie's story about the ballpark, and when he was getting around to bringing out Andy to introduce Even Flow. The crowd was figuring out what he was doing and rising to a crescendo. I swear it's the loudest thing I ever heard at a PJ show, Philly and all. And that Eddie spent his Saturday between shows at this beautiful place. Jeez, I was there, and I was going to museums and whiskey tours. These guys are just amazing.
That brought my wife to tears when Andy came out and addressed the crowd. She is a high school special education teacher, and she is passionate about her students and seeing Andy up there and the love the crowd gave him blew her away. Thank you Ed and PJ fans for your kindness and love!
I typically need a couple days to organize rational thoughts about these shows.
Anyway I was thinking about Eddie's story about the ballpark, and when he was getting around to bringing out Andy to introduce Even Flow. The crowd was figuring out what he was doing and rising to a crescendo. I swear it's the loudest thing I ever heard at a PJ show, Philly and all. And that Eddie spent his Saturday between shows at this beautiful place. Jeez, I was there, and I was going to museums and whiskey tours. These guys are just amazing.
That brought my wife to tears when Andy came out and addressed the crowd. She is a high school special education teacher, and she is passionate about her students and seeing Andy up there and the love the crowd gave him blew her away. Thank you Ed and PJ fans for your kindness and love!
I needed the usher to come and mop up - I was a mess.
Spectrum 10/27/09; New Orleans JazzFest 5/1/10; Made in America 9/2/12; Phila, PA 10/21/13; Phila, PA 10/22/13; Baltimore Arena 10/27/13; Phila, PA 4/28/16; Phila, PA 4/29/16; Fenway Park 8/7/16; Fenway Park 9/2/18; Asbury Park 9/18/21; Camden 9/14/22; Las Vegas 5/16/24; Las Vegas 5/18/24; Phila, PA 9/7/24; Phila, PA 9/9/24; Baltimore Arena 9/12/24; Pittsburgh 5/16/25; Pittsburgh 5/18/25
Tres Mtns - TLA 3/23/11; EV - Tower Theatre 6/25/11; Temple of the Dog - Tower Theatre 11/5/16
I typically need a couple days to organize rational thoughts about these shows.
Anyway I was thinking about Eddie's story about the ballpark, and when he was getting around to bringing out Andy to introduce Even Flow. The crowd was figuring out what he was doing and rising to a crescendo. I swear it's the loudest thing I ever heard at a PJ show, Philly and all. And that Eddie spent his Saturday between shows at this beautiful place. Jeez, I was there, and I was going to museums and whiskey tours. These guys are just amazing.
That brought my wife to tears when Andy came out and addressed the crowd. She is a high school special education teacher, and she is passionate about her students and seeing Andy up there and the love the crowd gave him blew her away. Thank you Ed and PJ fans for your kindness and love!
I needed the usher to come and mop up - I was a mess.
It was a great moment and really proud of the crowd reaction.
I typically need a couple days to organize rational thoughts about these shows.
Anyway I was thinking about Eddie's story about the ballpark, and when he was getting around to bringing out Andy to introduce Even Flow. The crowd was figuring out what he was doing and rising to a crescendo. I swear it's the loudest thing I ever heard at a PJ show, Philly and all. And that Eddie spent his Saturday between shows at this beautiful place. Jeez, I was there, and I was going to museums and whiskey tours. These guys are just amazing.
That brought my wife to tears when Andy came out and addressed the crowd. She is a high school special education teacher, and she is passionate about her students and seeing Andy up there and the love the crowd gave him blew her away. Thank you Ed and PJ fans for your kindness and love!
I needed the usher to come and mop up - I was a mess.
It was a great moment and really proud of the crowd reaction.
Nothing new and nothing we don't already know. But they are so good at making us feel we are part of something awesome, beyond just people who like Ten and going to concerts.
Spectrum 10/27/09; New Orleans JazzFest 5/1/10; Made in America 9/2/12; Phila, PA 10/21/13; Phila, PA 10/22/13; Baltimore Arena 10/27/13; Phila, PA 4/28/16; Phila, PA 4/29/16; Fenway Park 8/7/16; Fenway Park 9/2/18; Asbury Park 9/18/21; Camden 9/14/22; Las Vegas 5/16/24; Las Vegas 5/18/24; Phila, PA 9/7/24; Phila, PA 9/9/24; Baltimore Arena 9/12/24; Pittsburgh 5/16/25; Pittsburgh 5/18/25
Tres Mtns - TLA 3/23/11; EV - Tower Theatre 6/25/11; Temple of the Dog - Tower Theatre 11/5/16
Fantastic show! Still buzzing. I have a lower show count than most on here, but it took me 14 shows to finally see Nothingman which seems a little weird for one of their more commonly played songs. Also finally getting Setting Sun live after going 0-3 on the last leg was another personal success. Hunger Strike, absolutely incredible.
Still can’t wrap my head around the lack of Waiting for Stevie on this leg. Song is so great live IMO.
Great end to the Dark Matter tour. Looking forward to the next. Cheers! 🍻
They started tuning down Waiting for Stevie at the end of 2024 tour. Didn’t sound nearly as good so maybe is rough on Ed vocals in the normal format?
Our Future Days: 30 Years, 2 Nights, and a Lifetime of Gratitude
Unreal…
Back in January, my wife Melissa and I wrote to the band and asked if they might play Future Days in Pittsburgh for us to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. We shared a little about our journey together — the challenges we’ve faced, and how their music has been a constant source of strength, hope, and healing through it all (and provided Brandt with 12 PJ tattoos along the way).
On Sunday, Eddie sat down, played a few notes from Future Days, and spoke about Franco Harris, his son Dr. Harris, Pittsburgh, tough times, and then about his own future days with Jill and his daughters. We couldn’t believe it when he then said, “but then I got a note that there’s someone else in the crowd tonight. Brandt and Melissa and they’re going to one up us with their 30th anniversary. So happy anniversary to ya. Much love.” And Eddie gave us a little wave. We cried and danced through the entire song — and we’re still crying when we play it again now.
Thank you, Eddie and Pearl Jam, for playing Future Days. This song encapsulates the love, devotion, pain, grief, trauma, and unrelenting commitment between two people. It tells a story of us and touches our souls. We are so honored to get our request and be mentioned.
This year, we celebrate 30 years together, 10 years of Brandt being cancer-free, and finally no more surgeries scheduled. We’ve gotten through all the muck together, and we’re stronger because of it.
Believe… it’s possible.
And just as unforgettable as the PJ music, were the amazing people we met Friday-Monday. The fantastic fans we stood in line with for 10 hours for merch — Keith from Atlanta, we loved hanging with you. The wonderful couple from Erie, PA who sat beside us, the woman from Jersey in our hotel chasing Inside Job, my big-bearded friend from Tasmania who traveled halfway around the world, and so many others whose kindness, stories, and shared love for this band made these nights even more meaningful. This community is truly something special.
Two fantastic shows, Pittsburgh!!
I believe. I believe ’cause I can see. Our future days. Days of you and me.
From the bottom of our hearts — thank you, Pearl Jam. And thank you to this incredible Ten Club family we’re so proud to be a part of.
Our Future Days: 30 Years, 2 Nights, and a Lifetime of Gratitude
Unreal…
Back in January, my wife Melissa and I wrote to the band and asked if they might play Future Days in Pittsburgh for us to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. We shared a little about our journey together — the challenges we’ve faced, and how their music has been a constant source of strength, hope, and healing through it all (and provided Brandt with 12 PJ tattoos along the way).
On Sunday, Eddie sat down, played a few notes from Future Days, and spoke about Franco Harris, his son Dr. Harris, Pittsburgh, tough times, and then about his own future days with Jill and his daughters. We couldn’t believe it when he then said, “but then I got a note that there’s someone else in the crowd tonight. Brandt and Melissa and they’re going to one up us with their 30th anniversary. So happy anniversary to ya. Much love.” And Eddie gave us a little wave. We cried and danced through the entire song — and we’re still crying when we play it again now.
Thank you, Eddie and Pearl Jam, for playing Future Days. This song encapsulates the love, devotion, pain, grief, trauma, and unrelenting commitment between two people. It tells a story of us and touches our souls. We are so honored to get our request and be mentioned.
This year, we celebrate 30 years together, 10 years of Brandt being cancer-free, and finally no more surgeries scheduled. We’ve gotten through all the muck together, and we’re stronger because of it.
Believe… it’s possible.
And just as unforgettable as the PJ music, were the amazing people we met Friday-Monday. The fantastic fans we stood in line with for 10 hours for merch — Keith from Atlanta, we loved hanging with you. The wonderful couple from Erie, PA who sat beside us, the woman from Jersey in our hotel chasing Inside Job, my big-bearded friend from Tasmania who traveled halfway around the world, and so many others whose kindness, stories, and shared love for this band made these nights even more meaningful. This community is truly something special.
Two fantastic shows, Pittsburgh!!
I believe. I believe ’cause I can see. Our future days. Days of you and me.
From the bottom of our hearts — thank you, Pearl Jam. And thank you to this incredible Ten Club family we’re so proud to be a part of.
Brandt & Melissa
This. This is why PJ. Congratulations on 30 years of marriage and defeating cancer. Much love to you both. 💗
Our Future Days: 30 Years, 2 Nights, and a Lifetime of Gratitude
Unreal…
Back in January, my wife Melissa and I wrote to the band and asked if they might play Future Days in Pittsburgh for us to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. We shared a little about our journey together — the challenges we’ve faced, and how their music has been a constant source of strength, hope, and healing through it all (and provided Brandt with 12 PJ tattoos along the way).
On Sunday, Eddie sat down, played a few notes from Future Days, and spoke about Franco Harris, his son Dr. Harris, Pittsburgh, tough times, and then about his own future days with Jill and his daughters. We couldn’t believe it when he then said, “but then I got a note that there’s someone else in the crowd tonight. Brandt and Melissa and they’re going to one up us with their 30th anniversary. So happy anniversary to ya. Much love.” And Eddie gave us a little wave. We cried and danced through the entire song — and we’re still crying when we play it again now.
Thank you, Eddie and Pearl Jam, for playing Future Days. This song encapsulates the love, devotion, pain, grief, trauma, and unrelenting commitment between two people. It tells a story of us and touches our souls. We are so honored to get our request and be mentioned.
This year, we celebrate 30 years together, 10 years of Brandt being cancer-free, and finally no more surgeries scheduled. We’ve gotten through all the muck together, and we’re stronger because of it.
Believe… it’s possible.
And just as unforgettable as the PJ music, were the amazing people we met Friday-Monday. The fantastic fans we stood in line with for 10 hours for merch — Keith from Atlanta, we loved hanging with you. The wonderful couple from Erie, PA who sat beside us, the woman from Jersey in our hotel chasing Inside Job, my big-bearded friend from Tasmania who traveled halfway around the world, and so many others whose kindness, stories, and shared love for this band made these nights even more meaningful. This community is truly something special.
Two fantastic shows, Pittsburgh!!
I believe. I believe ’cause I can see. Our future days. Days of you and me.
From the bottom of our hearts — thank you, Pearl Jam. And thank you to this incredible Ten Club family we’re so proud to be a part of.
Brandt & Melissa
Happiest of anniversaries, Brandt and Melissa. THIS is what it’s all about. In tears with you. 🥹🥹🥹🥹 An unforgettable moment to say the least, and an INCREDIBLE song request to boot. So glad I was there both nights too to share in the joy. ❤️
I have no idea why you wouldn't bust out some of your dozen or so PJ shirts for concert weekend, especially when you travelled there. Also helps kick off convos as someone said. What a weird thing to criticize.
💯💯💯 PJ is honestly pretty much all I wear all the time BECAUSE I want people to approach me and comment. Makes me so happy to swap stories and song favorites with random strangers. ❤️
Me too Erica. I don’t care anymore, I just wanna have fun and talk about PJ with fellow fans forever 😂. It always ends up leading to other meaningful conversations and new friendships. #PJLIFE
#PJLIFE, my friend, 💯💯💯 I even try to figure out how to dress them up if I have to! 😂
Our Future Days: 30 Years, 2 Nights, and a Lifetime of Gratitude
Unreal…
Back in January, my wife Melissa and I wrote to the band and asked if they might play Future Days in Pittsburgh for us to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. We shared a little about our journey together — the challenges we’ve faced, and how their music has been a constant source of strength, hope, and healing through it all (and provided Brandt with 12 PJ tattoos along the way).
On Sunday, Eddie sat down, played a few notes from Future Days, and spoke about Franco Harris, his son Dr. Harris, Pittsburgh, tough times, and then about his own future days with Jill and his daughters. We couldn’t believe it when he then said, “but then I got a note that there’s someone else in the crowd tonight. Brandt and Melissa and they’re going to one up us with their 30th anniversary. So happy anniversary to ya. Much love.” And Eddie gave us a little wave. We cried and danced through the entire song — and we’re still crying when we play it again now.
Thank you, Eddie and Pearl Jam, for playing Future Days. This song encapsulates the love, devotion, pain, grief, trauma, and unrelenting commitment between two people. It tells a story of us and touches our souls. We are so honored to get our request and be mentioned.
This year, we celebrate 30 years together, 10 years of Brandt being cancer-free, and finally no more surgeries scheduled. We’ve gotten through all the muck together, and we’re stronger because of it.
Believe… it’s possible.
And just as unforgettable as the PJ music, were the amazing people we met Friday-Monday. The fantastic fans we stood in line with for 10 hours for merch — Keith from Atlanta, we loved hanging with you. The wonderful couple from Erie, PA who sat beside us, the woman from Jersey in our hotel chasing Inside Job, my big-bearded friend from Tasmania who traveled halfway around the world, and so many others whose kindness, stories, and shared love for this band made these nights even more meaningful. This community is truly something special.
Two fantastic shows, Pittsburgh!!
I believe. I believe ’cause I can see. Our future days. Days of you and me.
From the bottom of our hearts — thank you, Pearl Jam. And thank you to this incredible Ten Club family we’re so proud to be a part of.
A little late, but thank you to the PPG arena guest services staff for accommodating my wife with an ADA ticket exchange. We had tickets in 206 row J for night 2. When we got there and saw how steep the stairs were we were concerned. My wife recently was diagnosed with MS and getting up and down stairs can be tricky. We went to guest services and they said to come back between the end of the opening TJ set and when PJ was supposed to start. About 10 minutes before PJ was supposed to start they exchanged our tickets with ADA seats in section 213. We were at the top of far end of the arena from the stage, but she was able to enjoy the concert without having to make it up and down those stairs. We were very appreciative.
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Phila, PA 4/28/16; Phila, PA 4/29/16; Fenway Park 8/7/16; Fenway Park 9/2/18; Asbury Park 9/18/21; Camden 9/14/22;
Las Vegas 5/16/24; Las Vegas 5/18/24; Phila, PA 9/7/24; Phila, PA 9/9/24; Baltimore Arena 9/12/24; Pittsburgh 5/16/25; Pittsburgh 5/18/25
Tres Mtns - TLA 3/23/11; EV - Tower Theatre 6/25/11; Temple of the Dog - Tower Theatre 11/5/16
Phila, PA 4/28/16; Phila, PA 4/29/16; Fenway Park 8/7/16; Fenway Park 9/2/18; Asbury Park 9/18/21; Camden 9/14/22;
Las Vegas 5/16/24; Las Vegas 5/18/24; Phila, PA 9/7/24; Phila, PA 9/9/24; Baltimore Arena 9/12/24; Pittsburgh 5/16/25; Pittsburgh 5/18/25
Tres Mtns - TLA 3/23/11; EV - Tower Theatre 6/25/11; Temple of the Dog - Tower Theatre 11/5/16
Our Future Days: 30 Years, 2 Nights, and a Lifetime of Gratitude
Unreal…
Back in January, my wife Melissa and I wrote to the band and asked if they might play Future Days in Pittsburgh for us to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. We shared a little about our journey together — the challenges we’ve faced, and how their music has been a constant source of strength, hope, and healing through it all (and provided Brandt with 12 PJ tattoos along the way).
On Sunday, Eddie sat down, played a few notes from Future Days, and spoke about Franco Harris, his son Dr. Harris, Pittsburgh, tough times, and then about his own future days with Jill and his daughters. We couldn’t believe it when he then said, “but then I got a note that there’s someone else in the crowd tonight. Brandt and Melissa and they’re going to one up us with their 30th anniversary. So happy anniversary to ya. Much love.” And Eddie gave us a little wave. We cried and danced through the entire song — and we’re still crying when we play it again now.
Thank you, Eddie and Pearl Jam, for playing Future Days. This song encapsulates the love, devotion, pain, grief, trauma, and unrelenting commitment between two people. It tells a story of us and touches our souls. We are so honored to get our request and be mentioned.
This year, we celebrate 30 years together, 10 years of Brandt being cancer-free, and finally no more surgeries scheduled. We’ve gotten through all the muck together, and we’re stronger because of it.
Believe… it’s possible.
And just as unforgettable as the PJ music, were the amazing people we met Friday-Monday. The fantastic fans we stood in line with for 10 hours for merch — Keith from Atlanta, we loved hanging with you. The wonderful couple from Erie, PA who sat beside us, the woman from Jersey in our hotel chasing Inside Job, my big-bearded friend from Tasmania who traveled halfway around the world, and so many others whose kindness, stories, and shared love for this band made these nights even more meaningful. This community is truly something special.
Two fantastic shows, Pittsburgh!!
I believe. I believe ’cause I can see. Our future days. Days of you and me.
From the bottom of our hearts — thank you, Pearl Jam. And thank you to this incredible Ten Club family we’re so proud to be a part of.
Brandt & Melissa
2006 - Quicken Loans Arena (Cleveland, Ohio)
2006 - Quicken Loans Arena (Cleveland, Ohio)
2013 - Consol Energy Center (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
2016 - Wells Fargo Center - (N2) "Ten Show" (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
2022 - Freedom Mortgage Pavilion (Camden, New Jersey)
2024 - Wells Fargo Center (N1 & N2) (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
2025 - PPG Paints Arena (N1 & N2) (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)