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Pushin' Forward Back

Joined February 2011
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"This one's another sing-along!" Don't sleep on 2003 renditions of "Blood," with Matt's precision and power, Ed's killer vocals, and a beautiful red-soaked stage. Here it is, 22 years ago today, to annihilate closing encore 1. #tfh "Blood," June 2, 2003: youtu.be/9zz8EdmvMAU?t=6219
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15 years ago today, Ed gave us "Slow Lukin" @TheGarden EV pared down to acoustic basics one of Pearl Jam's most volcanic tracks. The musicality, vocal prowess, and string accompaniment led to haunting and inspired results. #tfh "Lukin II," May 21, 2010: youtu.be/E_8NixKjSv4
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Today marks 31 yrs since Pearl Jam played @OrpheumBoston! It's our favorite bootleg, everything's a highlight: the crew-written setlist with tons of rarities plus the performance. It's also our fave rendition of this bad boy. #tfh "Rats," April 12, 1994: buff.ly/3KwcyeX
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3 yrs ago today, The Earthlings shocked @BeaconTheatre. They played this, and it was so good! Thanks to @thisiswatt and Josh for being devout fans; to @RHCPchad for mimicking the recording; and to @PJRadio for airing it. #tfh "Dirty Frank," Feb. 4, 2022: buff.ly/3JzuaHV
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Happy 78th birthday to the legend, Patti Smith! In her honor, here's our playlist of Pearl Jam/Patti Smith crossovers featuring "Dancing Barefoot" performances, "People Have the Power" iterations, a @bridgeconcert sing-along, and a Roskilde tribute. #tfh youtube.com/playlist?list=PL…
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8 years ago today, Temple of the Dog wound down their only tour with the 1st of 2 Seattle shows. What a special run, and it's all so layered with @chriscornell fronting @templeofthedog covering Mother Love Bone. RIP always #tfh "Stargazer," Nov. 20, 2016: youtu.be/8CiF-WU7704?si=-_zu…
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Some of our favorite Pearl Jam moments combine historical significance with unforgettable performances. Like 31 years ago today when PJ inaugurated the eventual @coachella site and delivered an unreal and EXPLOSIVE performance! #tfh "Blood," Nov. 5, 1993: youtube.com/watch?v=2T2JftoD…
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"Philadelphia, welcome to the first-ever full-length Temple of the Dog show!" 8 years ago today, @templeofthedog made dreams come true. After 25 years, they played shows and performed the full LP + other goodies. #tfh "Say Hello 2 Heaven," Nov. 4, 2016: youtu.be/1OJAhB5Cark
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Pearl Jam hasn't released a 1996 show. 28 years ago today is the closest thing we have: an iconic Berlin show broadcast on the radio. The 'No Code'-heavy set remains an essential @jackironsmusic-era boot. This rendition RULES. #tfh "Blood," Nov. 3, 1996: youtu.be/4PshCorxsuY?t=4605
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Today marks 15 years since this PHENOMENAL Pearl Jam debut: "Hold On" It's the ultimate rarity: a 'Ten'-era gem; completely unheard of until its 'Lost Dogs' release ('03); and then went unplayed for another 6 years. #tfh "Hold On" (debut), Oct. 30, 2009: youtu.be/1KYDVBXs5Zg
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Happy 34th bday, Pearl Jam! Thanks for the music, the shows, the friends and the continuity. Already at their first Off Ramp gig, PJ played (what would become) deep cuts. Hearing this live would be our final request. #tfh "(Just a) Girl," Oct. 22, 1990: youtu.be/IRF7C2Bmvcs
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Pearl Jam performed with Robert Plant 19 years ago today! At a Chicago benefit for victims of Katrina, PJ teamed up with @RobertPlant on a couple of @ledzeppelin tunes. He and Ed sound absolutely phenomenal together. #tfh "Fool in the Rain," Oct 5, 2005: buff.ly/4eRZyO5
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14 years ago today, Ed gave us "Slow Lukin" @TheGarden EV pared down one of Pearl Jam's most volcanic tracks to acoustic basics. His musicality, vocal prowess, and string accompaniment led to haunting and inspired results. #tfh "Lukin II," May 21, 2010: youtu.be/E_8NixKjSv4
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Today marks 30 yrs since Pearl Jam played @OrpheumBoston! It's our favorite bootleg, everything's a highlight: the crew-written setlist with tons of rarities plus the performance. It's also our fave rendition of this bad boy. #tfh "Rats," April 12, 1994: buff.ly/3KwcyeX
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2 yrs ago today, The Earthlings shocked @BeaconTheatre. They played this, and it was soooooo dirty. Thanks @thisiswatt and Josh for being devout PJ fans; @RHCPchad for mimicking the recording; and @PJRadio for airing it. #tfh "Dirty Frank," Feb. 4, 2022: buff.ly/3JzuaHV
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27 years ago today was one of the coolest performances in EV's career: the Goa Club in Rome! Ed, with just 2 locals, delivered a killer set, with new takes on PJ songs, debuts, and fascinating covers like this! #tfh "Love, Building on Fire," Dec. 4, 1996: youtu.be/a-cIU4qBXaM
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Said it before, we'll say it again: Philly 3 > Philly 4. The N4 marathon had Out of My Mind + Halloween/World Series craziness, but we'd still take Hold On + N3's perfection. This song return w/ its classic arrangement was HUGE. #tfh "Deep," Oct 30, 2009: youtu.be/qu34fZ-eXA4?si=iOsa…
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Here’s my personal favorite moment from the #PearlJam Texas run. Been waiting forever to finally hear this tune. Also, the video belongs to @mfc172 and he is the fuckin best; the OG and best footage collector around. Check out his Youtube channel if you’re unfamiliar.
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