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2013-11-29: Moda Center, Portland, OR, USA
Rock · 2014

2013-11-29: Moda Center, Portland, OR, USA

Pearl Jam

A high-octane three-hour journey through Pearl Jam's 2013 Portland stop, blending atmospheric slow-burns with the raw, muscular energy of a veteran arena act.

May 26, 2014 · Monkeywrench Records

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This live document captures Pearl Jam at a fascinating intersection of their career, supporting the Lightning Bolt album while fully embracing their role as the elder statesmen of American rock. The recording avoids the sterile polish of many official live albums, instead opting for a soundboard-direct feel that preserves the grit of the guitars and the cavernous boom of the Moda Center. It sounds massive, yet surprisingly intimate during the acoustic-leaning stretches, showcasing a band that has mastered the art of making a basketball arena feel like a basement club.

Moments Worth Listening For
The transition from the moody, ambient Pendulum into the driving Low Light that sets a patient, artistic tone for the evening.
Mike McCready's extended, feedback-drenched solo on Even Flow that pushes the track well beyond its studio runtime.
The emotional peak of the Chloe Dancer/Crown of Thorns cover, bridging the band's history with the Seattle scene's origins.
The explosive energy of Rearviewmirror closing the main set with a relentless, motorik rhythm section.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

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