Pearl Jam Unveils Dark Matter: 2024 World Tour and Album Revelation

Pearl Jam’s 2024 World Tour: A Global Spectacle

As the Dark Matter album takes center stage, Pearl Jam’s world tour emerges as a global spectacle, spanning nine countries and 25 cities. The tour kicks off on May 4th in Vancouver, British Columbia, embarking on a six-month journey that traverses North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Pearl Jam enthusiasts worldwide are in for a treat as the band brings their electrifying performances to outdoor baseball stadiums, arenas, and renowned festivals.

Musical Evolution: “Dark Matter” Single

The lead single, “Dark Matter,” offers a glimpse into Pearl Jam’s evolved sound. A raw, guitar-heavy arrangement and thundering drums showcase the band’s untamed fervor. Eddie Vedder’s powerful vocals, occasionally erupting into a shout, add a visceral element to the track. Guitar solos and a relentless energy echo the band’s commitment to delivering a performance that exceeds expectations.

Renowned producer Andrew Watt, previously associated with Eddie Vedder’s Earthling album, brings his encyclopedic knowledge to Dark Matter. Bassist Jeff Ament acknowledges Watt’s unique ability to pinpoint elements from the band’s history, infusing excitement and contagious energy into the recording process.

Writing and Recording: A Meaningful Journey

Pearl Jam’s writing and recording process for Dark Matter unfolded over three weeks at Rick Rubin’s Shangri-La in Malibu. Eddie Vedder reflects on the band’s collective commitment, stating, “We’re at this time in our lives when you could do it or you could not do it, but we still care about putting something out there that is meaningful and we hopefully think is our best work. No hyperbole, I think this is our best work.”

World Tour Highlights: A Concert Extravaganza

Pearl Jam’s world tour promises diverse concert experiences, from outdoor stadiums to intimate arena gigs and festival stages. The tour itinerary includes notable stops at Mad Cool and NOS Alive, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans attending these renowned events. 

Pearl Jam 2024 Tour Dates:

• 05/04 – Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 05/06 – Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 05/10 – Portland, OR @ Moda Center * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 05/13 – Sacramento, CA @ Golden 1 Center * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 05/16 – Las Vegas, NV @ MGM Grand Garden Arena * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 05/18 – Las Vegas, NV @ MGM Grand Garden Arena * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 05/21 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 05/22 – Los Angeles, CA @ Kia Forum * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 05/25 – Napa Valley, CA @ BottleRock Napa
• 05/28 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 05/30 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena * (with Deep Sea Diver)
• 06/22 – Dublin, IE @ Marlay Park $ (with Richard Ashcroft)
• 06/25 – Manchester, UK @ Manchester Co-Op Arena # (with The Murder Capital)
• 06/29 – London, UK @ Tottenham Hotspur Stadium $ (with Richard Ashcroft)
• 07/02 – Berlin, DE @ Waldbühne # (with The Murder Capital)
• 07/03 – Berlin, DE @ Waldbühne # (with The Murder Capital)
• 07/06 – Barcelona, ES @ Palau Sant Jordi # (with The Murder Capital)
• 07/08 – Barcelona, ES @ Palau Sant Jordi # (with The Murder Capital)
• 07/11 – Madrid, ES @ Mad Cool Festival
• 07/13 – Lisbon, PT @ NOS Alive Festival
• 08/22 – Missoula, MT @ Washington-Grizzly Stadium % (with Glen Hansard)
• 08/26 – Indianapolis, IN @ Ruoff Music Center % (with Glen Hansard)
• 08/29 – Chicago, IL @ Wrigley Field % (with Glen Hansard)
• 08/31 – Chicago, IL @ Wrigley Field % (with Glen Hansard)
• 09/03 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden % (with Glen Hansard)
• 09/04 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden % (with Glen Hansard)
• 09/07 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center % (with Glen Hansard)
• 09/09 – Philadelphia, PA @ Wells Fargo Center % (with Glen Hansard)
• 09/12 – Baltimore, MD @ CFG Bank Arena % (with Glen Hansard)
• 09/15 – Boston, MA @ Fenway Park % (with Glen Hansard)
• 09/17 – Boston, MA @ Fenway Park % (with Glen Hansard)
• 11/08 – Auckland, NZ @ Go Media Stadium Mt Smart ! (with Pixies)
• 11/13 – Gold Coast, AU @ Heritage Bank Stadium ! (with Pixies)
• 11/16 – Melbourne, AU @ Marvel Stadium ! (with Pixies)
• 11/21 – Sydney, AU @ Giants Stadium ! (with Pixies)

(* = w/ Deep Sea Diver, $ = w/ Richard Ashcroft, # = w/ The Murder Capital, % = w/ Glen Hansard, ! = w/ Pixies)

Unveiling Musical Chapters

As Pearl Jam unveils Dark Matter and embarks on their 2024 world tour, fans worldwide eagerly anticipate the unfolding of musical chapters that will undoubtedly shape the band’s legacy. With a commitment to meaningful, powerful work, Pearl Jam remains a force in the global music landscape, ready to enthrall audiences on a scale like never before. Get ready for a journey into the heart of Dark Matter, where the sonic universe of Pearl Jam awaits.