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Eddie Vedder is the iconic frontman of Pearl Jam. He has left an indelible mark on the music world and accumulated a net worth of $120 million by 2024, as reported by Eric Singer. This financial milestone underscores Vedder’s lasting impact on the industry, reflecting his journey from the early days of grunge to becoming a venerable figure in rock music. Vedder’s unique vocal style and profound lyrical themes have resonated with fans globally, making him a defining voice of his generation and beyond. His career, punctuated by both critical acclaim and commercial success, showcases a relentless pursuit of artistic integrity and advocacy for social causes.

The Formation Of Pearl Jam & The Grunge Movement

Eddie Vedder’s ascent to rock stardom began with Pearl Jam’s formation in the early 1990s, at the heart of the grunge movement in Seattle. The band’s debut album, Ten, was a monumental success, thanks in large part to Vedder’s vocals and the group’s raw, powerful sound. Songs like “Alive,” “Even Flow,” and “Jeremy” not only became anthems of a disenchanted generation but also solidified Pearl Jam’s place in rock history. The album’s success catapulted Vedder into the spotlight, setting the stage for a career continually pushing musical and thematic boundaries. Pearl Jam’s refusal to conform to music industry standards, including their well-documented dispute with Ticketmaster, further highlighted Vedder’s commitment to his principles and his fans.

Solo Ventures & Musical Evolution

Beyond his achievements with Pearl Jam, Vedder has also carved out a successful solo career, showcasing his versatility as a musician. His solo album, Into the Wild (2007), the soundtrack for the film of the same name, demonstrated Vedder’s ability to convey profound emotional landscapes with minimalist arrangements. The album earned Vedder a Golden Globe for the song “Guaranteed” and further cemented his status as a skilled songwriter and musician. Vedder’s solo work, including contributions to film soundtracks and collaborations with other artists, reflects his wide-ranging musical influences and his continuous exploration of new sonic territories.

Advocacy, Influence, & Legacy

Eddie Vedder’s impact extends beyond his musical achievements; he is also known for advocating environmental issues, social justice, and political activism. His voice has been a powerful instrument for change, leveraging his platform to raise awareness and support various causes. Vedder’s influence on music and culture is profound, inspiring a new generation of artists who cite him as a key influence. His induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Pearl Jam in 2017 recognizes his contributions to music and his enduring legacy as a pivotal figure in rock.

Eddie Vedder’s journey from the gritty clubs of Seattle to the global stage is a testament to his enduring appeal and artistic evolution. With a net worth of $120 million in 2024, Vedder’s career is not just a story of financial success but a narrative of creative resilience, personal integrity, and the power of music to connect and inspire. Through his work with Pearl Jam and as a solo artist, Vedder continues to be a beacon of artistic authenticity, influencing the landscape of rock music and beyond.

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Anybody who thought the vinyl resurgence was just a fad was mistaken: The industry has experienced a legitimate revival. As a result, music fans are interested in physical media in ways they may not have if the decades-old medium hasn’t made a comeback. That doesn’t mean everybody is listening to just their parents’ old music, though. That’s part of it, sure, thanks to rereleases that present classic albums in new ways. A vital part of the renewed vinyl wave, though, is new projects being released as records, of which there are plenty.

Whatever you might be into, Vinyl Me, Please has a new vinyl-adjacent offering for the connoisseurs among us: The Abbey, a new knife made in partnership with The James Brand that was designed specifically for opening new vinyl records.

Each month brings a new slew of vinyl releases that has something for everybody and naturally, some stand out above the rest. So, check out some of our favorite vinyl releases of May below.

Olivia Rodrigo — Sour

Olivia Rodrigo is perhaps pop’s biggest vinyl supporter (she even got the Jack White stamp of approval on that front). So, as her debut album Sour turns a year old, it’s not surprising Rodrigo is celebrating with fresh vinyl: For the anniversary, Rodrigo has re-issued the album in some new colored pressings, including the light blue version pictured above.

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Taking Back Sunday — Tell All Your Friends (20th Anniversary Edition)

taking back sunday vinyl — Craft Recordings

Taking Back Sunday’s 2002 debut album is one of the most esteemed emo releases ever and it turns 20 years old this year. To celebrate, Craft Recordings has dropped a reissued version of the album, which includes newly remastered audio and four previously unreleased demos of “Mutual Head Club,” “Bike Scene,” “The Blue Channel,” and “Great Romances Of The 20th Century.” On the vinyl version, those demos comes on a bonus etched 10-inch disc.

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ABBA — Vinyl Album Box Set

Abba (who somehow only just picked up their first-ever Grammy nomination, by the way) have a storied discography and now you can own it all thanks to a new box set. It features each of the band’s nine albums — including their latest, last year’s comeback LP Voyage — along with ABBA Tracks, which includes non-album singles and B-sides.

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Eddie Vedder — Ukulele Songs (Reissue)

Eddie Vedder Ukulele Songs vinyl — UMe/Republic Records

The Pearl Jam leader dropped a new solo album, Earthling, earlier this year, and in his solo discography, that LP was preceded by 2011’s Ukulele Songs. That album was just reissued in standard and deluxe edition vinyl pressings, the latter of which was pressed on high-grade 180-gram black vinyl and comes with a 16-page booklet and a special lithograph.

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Atmosphere — Lucy Ford: The Atmosphere EP’s (20th Anniversary Reissue)

Atmosphere Lucy Ford vinyl — Rhymesayers Entertainment

In 2001, Atmosphere — an institution in the well-respected Minneapolis hip-hop scene — dropped Lucy Ford: The Atmosphere EP’s, which compiled Ford One, Ford Two, and The Lucy EP into one release. That was two decades ago, so now the duo is celebrating with a reissue on vinyl, which actually marks the first time this fan-favorite compilation has been pressed on vinyl.

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Rolling Stones — Live At The El Mocambo

In March 1997, Rolling Stones, at the long-running height of their power, played two secret concerts at Toronto’s The El Mocambo, a 300-capacity club. Now, for the first time, audio from those sets has been released in full — specifically, the full March 5 set and three songs from the previous day’s performance. Previously, just four of the songs had made it onto the band’s Love You Live album. The vinyl edition comes in black and neon pressings, each consisting of four LPs.

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The Clash — Combat Rock/The People’s Hall (Special Edition)

The Clash’s Combat Rock is a classic album for multiple reasons: It’s the final Clash album from the group’s classic lineup — Joe Strummer, Mick Jones, Paul Simonon, and Topper Headon — and it features two iconic singles, “Rock The Casbah” and “Should I Stay Or Should I Go.” Now, 40 years after the album’s original release, it gets a fresh vinyl reissue, alongside a selection of 12 additional tracks (the The People’s Hall part of the reissue’s name).

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Roxy Music — Stranded (Reissue) and Country Life (Reissue)

Roxy Music has popped up in this space recently because they’re in the midst of a series of vinyl reissues. The latest albums to get that treatment are two big ones in the Roxy Music oeuvre: 1973’s Stranded was their first No. 1 album in the UK while the next year’s Country Life is often considered to be perhaps the group’s best album.

Get Stranded here. Get Country Life here.

The Cranberries — Stars: The Best Of 1992-2002 (Reissue)

The Cranberries were one of the toasts of the ’90s thanks to a run of memorable albums and singles. That era was encapsulated in a greatest hits collection, which has now been reissues on vinyl. In addition to hits like “Zombie,” “Dreams,” and “Linger,” the collection also includes two songs not available on other albums: “New New York” and “Stars.”

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Justice — † (Vinyl Me, Please Reissue)

Justice came hot out of the gate with their 2007 debut album (also known as Cross), as it was among the year’s most revered albums and it earned the French electronic duo a handful of Grammy nominations. Now, Vinyl Me, Please has a striking reissue of the album, pressed on gorgeous “gold nugget” vinyl.

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