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Rock Story
  • 10/21/2024
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00:00October 19, 1993, Pearl Jam released their iconic second studio album.
00:17After the massive success of Ten, the band entered the studio to craft a follow-up, and
00:21verses delivered a rarer, more aggressive sound.
00:24This album marked the first time they worked with producer Brendan O'Brien and featured
00:28new drummer Dave Abruzzese.
00:30The result?
00:31A record-breaking hit that sold 950,000 copies in just five days and held the number one
00:36spot on the Billboard 200 for five weeks.
00:40With tracks like, Animal, Daughter, and, Go, Verses remains a landmark in alternative rock
00:45history.
00:46The album not only defined Pearl Jam's sound but also solidified their status as one of
00:50the greatest bands of the era.
00:52The album has since been certified seven times platinum, influencing generations of rock
00:57musicians and fans alike.
00:59Here's to this legendary album and the brilliance of Pearl Jam!