{"product_id":"vitalogy-pearl-jam","title":"Vitalogy, Pearl Jam - CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eDijipak - Re-issue with Booklet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePearl Jam – Vitalogy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Pearl Jam\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Vitalogy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e CD (Original Pressing)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e December 6, 1994\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Epic (Catalog: EK 66300)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Grunge \/ Alternative Rock \/ Experimental Rock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003eVitalogy\u003c\/b\u003e is Pearl Jam’s third studio album, recorded during a period of intense internal friction and the band's famous legal battle with Ticketmaster. Produced by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"188\"\u003eBrendan O'Brien\u003c\/b\u003e, the album was a massive commercial success, becoming the second-fastest-selling album in history at that time. While the band’s previous work focused on stadium-ready grunge, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"380\"\u003eVitalogy\u003c\/i\u003e is notably more raw and experimental, capturing the band’s struggle with fame and the pressures of the industry. It was also the final album to feature drummer \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"549\"\u003eDave Abbruzzese\u003c\/b\u003e, who was dismissed before the album's release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The album is a mix of high-energy punk-inspired rockers, haunting ballads, and avant-garde sound collages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Anthems:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes the radio staples \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003e\"Better Man,\"\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003e\"Corduroy,\"\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003e\"Not for You.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Ballad:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003e\"Nothingman\"\u003c\/b\u003e remains one of Eddie Vedder’s most celebrated vocal performances, highlighting the band's softer, melodic side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExperimental Edge:\u003c\/b\u003e Tracks like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003e\"Hey Foxymophandlemama, That's Me\"\u003c\/b\u003e (a 7-minute sound collage using patient recordings from a psychiatric hospital) and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"150\"\u003e\"Pry, To\"\u003c\/b\u003e reflect the band’s desire to push against mainstream expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePunk Influence:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003e\"Spin the Black Circle\"\u003c\/b\u003e is a high-speed tribute to vinyl records and won the band their first Grammy Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal CD \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e The packaging for \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eVitalogy\u003c\/i\u003e is as famous as the music itself, designed to look like a vintage medical encyclopedia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Booklet:\u003c\/b\u003e The original 1994 CD comes in an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003eoversized, hardcover book-style Digipak\u003c\/b\u003e (not a standard jewel case). It features a 36-page booklet with distressed edges, strange medical illustrations, and cryptic notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/b\u003e The original US pressing (EK 66300) features the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003eEpic\u003c\/b\u003e logo on a white disc face with black text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Club Edition\":\u003c\/b\u003e Many copies found in the US are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003eColumbia House\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003eBMG\u003c\/b\u003e editions. Look for the \"CRC\" or \"BMG Direct\" text on the back cover near the barcode. While identical in audio, retail first pressings are often preferred for the \"clean\" barcode area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMastering:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike the 2011 remasters, the 1994 original is prized for its dynamic range and \"warm\" 90s analog-to-digital transfer, which many fans feel better captures the grit of the sessions.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e Pearl Jam, Vitalogy, Original CD, 1994, Epic Records, Eddie Vedder, Corduroy, Better Man, Grunge, Alternative Rock, Digipak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e 90s Grunge Essentials, Iconic CD Packaging, Pearl Jam Discography, Multi-Platinum Classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Nirvana, Mother Love Bone, Temple of the Dog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e","brand":"Pearl Jam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51395202351421,"sku":"5592","price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/PearlJamVitalogy.jpg?v=1771364471","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/vitalogy-pearl-jam","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}