Pearl Jam, the venerable rockers who’ve carved out an indelible niche in music history, are back to thrill fans with “Running,” the electrifying second single from their eagerly awaited 12th studio album, “Dark Matter.” Hot on the heels of the album’s eponymous lead single, “Running” bursts through with an energy that’s both raw and refreshingly unrestrained, showcasing the band’s undiminished passion for rock ‘n’ roll.
With a riff that sprints ahead at breakneck speed, Eddie Vedder’s signature vocal rasp, and a delightfully unconventional guitar solo, “Running” clocks in at just two minutes, serving as a potent reminder of the power of brevity in rock music. The track’s release builds anticipation for “Dark Matter,” set to make its global debut on April 19. However, fans eager for an early listen can catch the album at special cinema events worldwide on April 16, offering a unique audio-visual experience of the new material.
To celebrate the album’s launch, Pearl Jam has announced a sprawling 35-date world tour, spanning from May to November. The journey begins with two nights at Vancouver’s Rogers Arena and concludes with shows in New Zealand and Australia, promising a mix of old favorites and new gems. With support acts including Deep Sea Diver, Glen Hansard, The Murder Capital, Richard Ashcroft, and Pixies, the tour is set to be a highlight of the year for rock aficionados everywhere.
Pearl Jam: Dark Matter World Tour dates 2024
May 04: Vancouver Rogers Arena, BC
May 06: Vancouver Rogers Arena, BC
May 10: Portland Moda Center, OR
May 13: Sacramento Golden 1 Center, CA
May 16: Las Vegas MGM Grand Garden Arena, NV
May 18: Las Vegas MGM Grand Garden Arena, NV
May 21: Los Angeles Kia Forum, CA
May 22: Los Angeles Kia Forum, CA
May 25: Napa Valley BottleRock Festival, CA*
May 28: Seattle Climate Pledge Arena, WA
May 30: Seattle Climate Pledge Arena, WA
Jun 22: Dublin Marlay Park, Ireland
Jun 25: Manchester Manchester Co-op Live, UK
Jun 29: London Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, UK
Jul 02: Berlin Waldbühne, Germany
Jul 03: Berlin Waldbühne, Germany
Jul 06: Barcelona Palau Sant Jordi, Spain
Jul 08: Barcelona Palau Sant Jordi, Spain
Jul 11: Madrid Mad Cool Festival, Spain*
Jul 13: Lisbon NOS Alive Festival, Portugal*
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