Pearl Jam are back with a new single and album announcement
Pearl Jam reveals their well-kept secret and a new star is born: the brand new album “Dark Matter” is now available for pre-order! At the beginning of 2022, we learned from the band that they were working on new music. The single of the same name already reveals: the album has a lot of momentum! Or as lead singer Eddie Vedder announced during a performance in the summer of 2023: “We’ve made a record for next year. What I can tell you is if you like the musicians in this group, you’re going to hear them playing at their highest level.”
Pearl Jam is one of the most influential rock bands of the 1990s and shaped the musical landscape with their powerful sound and socially critical lyrics. The band was formed in 1990 in Seattle, Washington and consists of members Eddie Vedder (vocals), Mike McCready (guitar), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass) and Matt Cameron (drums).
Their debut album, Ten, released in 1991, immediately catapulted Pearl Jam into the spotlight. With hits like “Alive,” “Even Flow” and “Jeremy,” the band gained worldwide recognition and became a symbol of the burgeoning grunge movement. “Ten” sold millions of copies and is now considered one of the best albums of the 1990s.
In the years that followed, Pearl Jam cemented their reputation as one of the world’s leading rock bands. With albums like “Vs.” (1993), “Vitalogy” (1994) and “No Code” (1996), the band showed remarkable versatility and willingness to experiment. Her music was characterized by intense guitar riffs, powerful vocals and haunting lyrics that addressed topics such as social injustice, politics and personal struggles.
Despite their continued success, Pearl Jam has always maintained a certain distance from the mainstream and resisted commercial pressures. The band refused to make music videos and fought against Ticketmaster, one of the largest ticket providers in the United States, to gain lower ticket prices and more control over their performances.
Throughout their career, Pearl Jam has received numerous awards, including Grammys. They are known for their passionate live performances and have earned a reputation as one of the best live bands in the world. In addition, the band is actively involved in social and environmental issues and supports various charities.
Today, more than three decades after their founding, Pearl Jam remains a force in rock music. With their distinctive sound and tireless passion for music and social engagement, they have inspired and shaped generations of fans around the world. Your music will continue to touch and move people of all ages in the future.
How dark the matter will actually sound remains exciting. The single’s harbinger raises anticipation until it’s released on April 19th.
