Eddie Vedder is not only the lead vocalist of Pearl Jam but also a talented guitarist and songwriter.
Vedder's childhood was marked by his parents' divorce and a complex family dynamic, which inspired his songwriting.
Before joining Pearl Jam, Vedder was the vocalist for several San Diego bands, including Bad Radio.
Biography
Early Life
Eddie Jerome Vedder was born Edward Louis Severson III on December 23, 1964, in Evanston, Illinois. His parents divorced shortly after his birth, and he was raised by his mother, Karen Lee Vedder, and his stepfather, Peter Mueller, in a family that fostered seven children. Vedder's early exposure to music began when he received a guitar on his 12th birthday, which became a source of comfort during his tumultuous childhood. He found solace in music, particularly in The Who's album "Quadrophenia," and began to explore his identity through songwriting, a journey that would later inspire his famous track "Alive."
Career
Vedder's musical journey took off in the 1980s when he became the vocalist for several San Diego bands, including Bad Radio. His big break came in 1990 when he joined Pearl Jam, a band that would become a cornerstone of the grunge movement. As the lead vocalist and primary lyricist, Vedder's powerful voice and introspective lyrics resonated with fans worldwide. He also collaborated with the supergroup Temple of the Dog, paying tribute to his late friend Andrew Wood. Throughout his career, Vedder has released several solo albums, including "Ukulele Songs" and "Earthling," showcasing his versatility as an artist.
Activism and Influence
Beyond music, Vedder is known for his activism, advocating for various social and political causes, including women's rights and environmental issues. He has been vocal about his beliefs, using his platform to promote change and support candidates who align with his values. His musical style, characterized by a blend of rock, alternative rock, and indie folk, has influenced countless artists, and he has been recognized for his contributions to music by inducting several iconic bands into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Vedder's journey from a troubled youth to a rock icon exemplifies the power of music as a means of expression and change.
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Discography
Earthling Expansion: The Adventurous Cuts2022
- 1.Invincible4:47
- 2.Rise2:36
- 3.More Than You Know2:25
- 4.Growin' Up (acoustic at home)3:14
- 5.Drive4:24
- 6.Long Way4:47
- 7.No Ceiling1:34
- 8.Satellite2:28
- 9.Say Hi2:48
- 10.Flag Day4:10
- 11.Picture4:00
- 12.I'll Be Waiting2:36
- 13.You're True3:23
Earthling Expansion: The Calm Cuts2022
- 1.The Haves5:07
- 2.Society3:56
- 3.Tonight You Belong to Me1:42
- 4.My Father's Daughter2:51
- 5.Without You3:19
- 6.Just Breathe (acoustic at home)3:39
- 7.Longing to Belong2:48
- 8.Rather Be Home3:25
- 9.Sleepless Nights2:39
- 10.Future Days (acoustic at home)3:30
- 11.Long Nights2:32
- 12.Dream a Little Dream1:31
- 13.Guaranteed2:45
- 14.Goodbye2:28
- 15.Toulumne1:00
- 16.On My Way2:08
- 17.Once in a While1:45
Earthling2022
- 1.Invincible4:47
- 2.Power of Right3:34
- 3.Long Way4:45
- 4.Brother the Cloud4:22
- 5.Fallout Today3:20
- 6.The Dark3:56
- 7.The Haves5:08
- 8.Good and Evil2:41
- 9.Rose of Jericho2:26
- 10.Try2:51
- 11.Picture4:00
- 12.Mrs. Mills4:10
- 13.On My Way2:08
Earthling Expansion: The Rock Cuts2022
- 1.Brother the Cloud4:22
- 2.Hard Sun5:22
- 3.Power of Right3:34
- 4.Porch (acoustic at home)3:43
- 5.Good and Evil2:41
- 6.Setting Forth1:38
- 7.Rose of Jericho2:26
- 8.Far Behind2:15
- 9.Try2:51
Flag Day: Original Soundtrack2021
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2011-03-16: Civic Theatre, Newcastle, Australia2011
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Ukulele Songs2011
- 1.Can't Keep2:36
- 2.Sleeping by Myself1:54
- 3.Without You3:19
- 4.More Than You Know2:25
- 5.Goodbye2:28
- 6.Broken Heart2:36
- 7.Satellite2:28
- 8.Longing to Belong2:38
- 9.Hey Fahkah0:08
- 10.You're True3:23
- 11.Light Today2:41
- 12.Sleepless Nights2:39
- 13.Once in a While1:45
- 14.Waving Palms0:37
- 15.Tonight You Belong to Me1:42
- 16.Dream a Little Dream1:31
Water on the Road2011
- 1.The Canyon3:02
- 2.Sometimes3:09
- 3.Trouble2:30
- 4.Around the Bend2:50
- 5.Girl From the North Country3:29
- 6.Guaranteed3:43
- 7.Setting Forth5:46
- 8.Far Behind2:18
- 9.No Ceiling1:29
- 10.Rise3:16
- 11.Golden State2:47
- 12.Society5:32
- 13.Forever Young3:30
- 14.Ed Piano (instrumental)1:24
- 15.I'm Open1:07
- 16.Man of the Hour3:23
- 17.Drifting2:07
- 18.No More5:30
- 19.You're True3:03
- 20.Ukulele Interlude (instrumental)3:10
- 21.Unthought Know5:18
- 22.Arc6:31
- 23.Hard Sun3:14
- 24.The Canyon (reprise)0:05
- 25.All Along the Watchtower6:45
- 26.Blackbird3:12
2008-08-22: Auditorium Theatre, Chicago, IL2008
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Into the Wild: Music for the Motion Picture2007
- 1.Setting Forth1:38
- 2.No Ceiling1:34
- 3.Far Behind2:15
- 4.Rise2:36
- 5.Long Nights2:32
- 6.Tuolumne1:00
- 7.Hard Sun5:22
- 8.Society3:56
- 9.The Wolf1:32
- 10.End of the Road3:20
- 11.Guaranteed7:23
Innocent Bystander2006
- 1.Masters of War5:04
- 2.The Long Road (Unedited version)16:42
- 3.Hymn3:12
- 4.Yellow Ledbetter5:29
- 5.Croon Spoon2:08
- 6.Devil Doll (Roughunmixed)3:03
- 7.Poor Girl2:44
- 8.Long Road4:15
- 9.You've Got to Hide Your Love Away2:09
- 10.I Believe in Miracles (Eddie Vedder & Zeke)3:01
- 11.Daytime Dilemma (Dangers of Love)3:22
- 12.Long Road6:26
- 13.Love Boat Captain5:23
- 14.Better Man4:43
- 15.Deadman4:14
- 16.Goodbye2:19
- 17.American Jesus3:14
- 18.Watch It Die2:33
- 19.Big Train3:18
- 20.Against the Seventies3:28
- 21.The Face of Love (Unedited version)10:03
- 22.Peace and Love7:01
- 23.Girl's Eyes2:25
- 24.Passin' Through5:37
- 25.Felicity's Surprise3:40
- 26.Good Woman3:53
- 27.Evolution4:44
- 28.Shine on You Crazy Diamond5:08
- 29.Mercy. Mercy Me2:39
- 30.Any Way You Want It2:26
- 31.Heart to Hang Onto4:29
- 32.Magic Bus5:59
- 33.Take a Walk3:54
- 34.Stuff and Nonsense4:17
- 35.I See Red3:28
- 36.Parting Ways5:46
- 37.I'm One2:51
- 38.Getting in Tune6:01
- 39.Let's See Action5:15
- 40.See Me Feel Me Listening to You5:05
The Molo Sessions2004
- 1.Long Road6:31
- 2.Love Boat Captain5:24
- 3.Mandela Siyakuthanda2:01
- 4.Emarabini2:54
- 5.Theledi2:26
- 6.Nombayi2:26
- 7.Ootsotsi baseBenoni2:23
- 8.Betterman4:45
- 9.Iyelele2:48
- 10.Sana Iwami3:23
- 11.Nora2:21
- 12.Jabula Ntliziyo Yam2:26
- 13.Intombi Ezilishumi3:52
- 14.Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrika1:51
- 15.[untitled]2:47
I Believe in Miracles2020
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2015 Fanclub Single2016
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She Asked Me2016
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Imagine2014
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Golden State (live)2012
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Longing to Belong2011
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My City of Ruins (Benefiting Artists for Peace and Justice Haiti Relief)2010
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Better Days2010
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All the Way2008
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Guaranteed2008
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Hard Sun2007
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Rise2007
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Matter of Time2020
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- J Records
- Record label
- Republic Records
Groups
- Pearl Jamaccordion, guitar, harmonica, lead vocals, original, tambourine · 1990current
- Bad Radiocurrent
- Citizen Dickcurrent
- Eddie Vedder and the Earthlingscurrent
- Hovercraftcurrent
- Temple of the Dogcurrent
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Also known as: Ed Vedder, Eddie Jerome Vedder, Edward Louis Seversen III, Edward Vedder
Eddie Jerome Vedder is an American musician who is the lead vocalist, primary lyricist, and one of three guitarists for the rock band Pearl Jam. He was previously a guest vocalist for supergroup Temple of the Dog, a tribute band dedicated to singer Andrew Wood.
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