The Creative Explosion

Albums

Waiting (2004) The Rockfords EP featuring four new songs from Mike McCready, Carrie Akre, Chris Friel and Danny Newcomb and Rick Friel aka The Rockfords. Available on rockfords.net.

The Rockfords Live Seattle, WA 12/13/2003 (2003) Recorded at their December show at the Croc and available on KUFALA Recordings. Track listing: Adelaide, This Life, Waiting, Flashes, Do It, Everything, Spiral, So Young, Call My Name, Coat of Arms, Silver Lining, Something True, Sureshot, Distress, Island, Windows.

Wellwater Conspiracy (2003) On September 9, Wellwater Conspiracy (Matt Cameron, John McBain) released its self-titled album on Transdreamer/Megaforce Records. Their critically aclaimed fourth studio album features Matt's old friend Glenn Slater on keyboards and bass. "We're trying to write songs that are a little more interesting, and have more peaks and valleys." "It's all tension release. That's what we're going for." -Matt Cameron, AP 10/23/03

Welcome To Discovery Park (2002) Get soulful and funky with Brad's third album! Brad is Shawn Smith (vocalist/piano), Regan Hagar (drums), Mike Berg (bass) and Stone Gossard (guitar). Adding their own flourishes in the studio were multi-instrumentalist Thaddeus Turner and percussionist Elizabeth Pupo-Walker, as well as Jeremy Toback (bass), who played on both previous Brad albums.

Bayleaf (2001) Stone Gossard solo album created with a little help from his friends. Bayleaf also features Ty Willman of Green Apple Quick Step, singer/songwriter and producer of the project, Pete Droge, Matt Chamberlain who formerly drummed for Pearl Jam, pianist Ron Weinstein, drummer Mike Stone, and bassist Guy Davis. The Riffmeister himself sings lead vocals on seven of the songs with Ty on lead vocals on the other three.

The Scroll And Its Combinations (2001) Wellwater Conspiracy is Matt Cameron and Monster Magnet founding member John McBain. "We're just trying to make records that kids can play at a kegger," says Cameron. "We want to try to be creative and have fun along the way. It’s all for kicks. There’s no real anger or frustration there. You know Freddie the Freshman, that big fur coat guy in the cartoons? That’s who we’re aiming to please. Also, I think Bugs Bunny would really dig us." Special guests on The Scroll And Its Combinations include Kim Thayil, April Cameron and Eddie Vedder (Wes C. Addle) singing a lead vocals on 'Felicity's Surprise.'

The Rockfords (2000) - Mike McCready joins long-time friends, Carrie Akre, Chris Friel and Danny Newcomb (formerly of Goodness) and Rick Friel. Guest vocals on the dark and haunting "Riverwide" are by Nancy Wilson of Heart and also The Lovemongers. Produced, arranged and mixed by John Goodmanson (Goodness, Sleater-Kinney).

Brotherhood of Electric: Operational Directive(s) (1999) - Wellwater Consipiracy featuring Matt Cameron on drums, vocals, guitars, bass and keyboards and John McBain on guitars, bass, keyboards and screams.

The Quiet Table (1999) is the second album from Three Fish, Jeff's side project with Robbi Robb and Richard Stuverud. Released on June 1, 1999.

Interiors (1996) - In this very cool Stone Gossard side project, which again brings together members of Satchel and PJ, we're listening to Brad groovin' and rocking harder on this wonderful follow- up to Shame. Mike McCready is playing guitar on The Day Brings and the magic touch of Brendan O'Brien and Nick DiDia have us oohin' and ahhhin'. We think you'll like this one a LOT...we do.

Three Fish (1996) is Jeff Ament's beautiful side project with Robbi Robb and Richard Stuverud and honorary "fourth fish" Cary Ecklund on keyboards.

Mirrorball (1995) - a collaboration of friends making beautiful music together. Neil Young and Pearl Jam had a couple of days in February, 1995 to record and... Hey, Ho, here we go. This album is the companion to the Merkinball single.

Mad Season (1995) - Above features Mike McCready's great bluesy guitar playing with Layne Staley [1967-2002] of Alice In Chains on vocals, John Baker Saunders (1954-1999) on bass and Barrett Martin on drums.

Brad (1993) - Check out Stone Gossard playing on Brad's first album, Shame. The members of Brad are Stone Gossard (guitar), Regan Hagar (drums), Shawn Smith (lead vocals, keyboards, guitar), and Jeremy Toback (bass, keyboards, vocals). We love the grooves on Buttercup and 20th Century.

Temple Of The Dog (1991) - This project was a shared tribute by members of Soundgarden and Pearl Jam to a dear friend, Andrew Wood of Mother Love Bone who passed away March, 1990. It has some of the most amazing music created by either band.

Big Fish (2004) - Written by Ed Vedder and performed by Pearl Jam, "Man of the Hour" was created solely for the upcoming movie, "Big Fish" after Pearl Jam heard through a mutual acquaintance that Tim Burton would really like for them to pen a song for his movie. The score is by Danny Elfman and includes songs by Bing Crosby, Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, the Vogues, the Allman Brothers Band and Canned Heat. "Man of the Hour" is the only original song.

Spider-Man (2002) - The soundtrack features various artists including Matt Cameron jamming with Nickelback's Chad Kroeger, Saliva singer Josey Scott, and Theory Of A Dead Man guitarist Tyler Connolly on the song "Hero." "Hero" is also the second single from the soundtrack. The dude you see behind the drumkit in the video for "Hero" is Jeremy Taggart. Matt doesn't appear in the video.

7 Worlds Collide (2002) - In April of 2001, Neil Finn with friends and relatives got together for a five night string of shows at St. James Theatre, Auckland, New Zealand. The result was a sensational few days and this excellent live CD and DVD. The line-up includes Neil Finn and his brother, Ed O'Brien and Phil Selway from Radiohead, Johnny Marr from the Smiths, Eddie Vedder from Pearl Jam, Lisa Germano, Sebastian Steinburg on guitar and Betchadupa.

I Am Sam (2002) - Soundtrack from the movie I Am Sam with Sean Penn and Michelle Pfeiffer, it's the story about a mentally-challenged father who enlists the aid of an attorney to help regain custody of his seven year-old daughter. The soundtrack released on V2 records and features various artists covering Beatles songs. Eddie sings and plays all instruments on "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away."

America: A Tribute To Heroes (2001) - Organized within days of the tragic events of Sept. 11th, this fundraising telethon aired commercial-free and was broadcast around the world on Sept. 21, 2001. America: A Tribute To Heroes is available on DVD, Video, and CD (two discs), all proceeds will go to the United Way September 11th Fund. Eddie, Mike, and Neil Young performed Pearl Jam's "Long Road." The show was nominated for six Emmys in 2002. Sound Clip

The Who: Live From The Royal Albert Hall (2001) - On November 27, 2000, The Who hosted a very special evening at The Royal Albert Hall in London. Ed joined The Who and many other special guests for an incredible musical evening for the benefit of the Teenage Cancer Trust. Ed's appears on "I'm One", "Let's See Action" and "See Me, Feel Me."

Substitute: The Songs of The Who (2001) - Substitute - The Songs of The Who features 11 classic Who songs covered by artists like David Bowie, Sheryl Crow, Phish, and Pearl Jam - just to name a few. Pearl Jam's contribution to the album is a live cover of "The Kids Are Alright."

Free The West Memphis Three - A Benefit For Truth and Justice (2000) With Tom Waits, Rocket From The Crypt, Steve Earle, Mark Lanegan, Zeke, The John Doe Thing, Kelley Deal, Murder City Devils, Nashville Pussy, Tony Scalzo, Killing Joke, Supersuckers (with Eddie Vedder), Joe Strummer + Long Beach Dub All Stars, L7. Proceeds will go into an account for the West Memphis Three for when they are released.

Almost Famous (2000) - is another fantastic movie by Cameron Crowe who also put together this amazing soundtrack for the movie. Check Mike McCready's (Pearl Jam) amazing leads on "Fever Dog" playing with Nancy Wilson of Heart and other members of the Lovemongers. The album also has songs by The Who, Yes, Allman Brothers, Cat Stevens and Led Zeppelin. A must-have gem for the record collection. DVD Info

Down To You (2000) - Although the song doesn't appear in the movie, this movie soundtrack contains the first single, "Silver Lining," from The Rockfords album.

Cradle Will Rock (2000) - "Cradle Will Rock" is an interesting and vibrant look at American theater and art worlds facing adversity in 1930s New York played out as a cautionary tale against artistic censorship. The movie is not only a lively and fittingly chaotic look at a time of unprecedented social and political change, it has made the excitement and ferment of America in the volcanic 1930s its own." It's a wonderful fit; close your eyes and you'll swear you're sitting in a prohibition era speakeasy as Ed croons this duet in a 30s style on "Croon Spoon" with Susan Sarandon.

Pete Townshend Live (1999) - Pete's amazing appearance was recorded live at The House Of Blues, Chicago, Illinois on August 16, 1998. Ed makes a guest appearance on a bonus CD included with this album. He's singing with Pete on Magic Bus and Heart To Hang Onto from the 1997 benefit show for the Maryville Academy at the House of Blues.

MOM III (1999) - "Pearl Jam along with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jane's Addiction, Beck, Beastie Boys, Lit, Smashmouth, Brian Setzer Orchestra with Brian Wilson, Sir Paul McCartney, Snoop Dogg w/members of Rage Against The Machine, Chris Isaak and the Butthole Surfers are among the talented and caring artists contributing tracks to "Mom III," Music For Our Mother Ocean, a benefit for the Surfrider Foundation. "The Whale Song" is the track Pearl Jam was gracious enough to bless us with."

No Boundaries (1999) - No Boundaries features both "Last Kiss" and "Soldier of Love," released initially as the 1998 Pearl Jam Fan Club Christmas single. Other artists appearing on "No Boundaries" and contributing to the cause to help the refugees of Kosovo are Rage Against The Machine, Alanis Morrisette, Neil Young, Oasis, KoRn, Black Sabbath, Indigo Girls, Ben Folds Five, Peter Gabriel, The Wallflowers, Sarah McLachlan, Bush, Tori Amos, and Jamiroquai.

Calm Down Juanita (1999) - This 6-song release by Ty Willman (formerly Green Apple Quick Step), Kevin Guess, and R. Cole Peterson III Esq., features some guest appearances...one notably by Pearl Jam's Stone Gossard playing drums on "Touchin' Myself."

Chicago Cab Soundtrack (1998) - This Loosegroove release features two tracks from Pearl Jam: Who You Are from No Code and a never released rarity from the Pearl Jam vault, "Hard To Imagine." soundtrack includes songs by Brad, Hovercraft and others. The movie can be found at your local video store now renamed as "Hellcab."

Red's Recovery Room (1998) by Clodhopper is played by Danny Pearson, the Ten Club's Tim Bierman, Tim Mooney and Joe Goldring with assistance from Bruce Kaphan, J.C. Hopkins, Diana Trimble, Vudi, John Joyner and Pearl Jam's Jeff Ament. It was recorded in California and Montana around 1997 by Gregory Freeman, Brett Eliason and Joe Goldring. You'll find Jeff playing bass on "Café Joli" and "900 Miles." Jeff's car is on "Moonshiner." From the September 17-23, 1998 issue of the Sonoma County Independent: "We're not a cow-punk band, and we don't play rockabilly," explains Pearson. "We're pretty much going for the balladry. Telling stories of life's misadventures."

Bridge School Benefit (1997) - is a compilation featuring 15 tracks from various artists who've performed at the annual Bridge School Benefit Concerts. Pearl Jam's contribution is an emotional and sweet version of Nothingman. Other artists include: Neil Young, Lovemongers, Tom Petty, Bonnie Raitt, Simon & Garfunkel, Don Henley, David Bowie, Pretenders, Elvis Costello, Beck, Ministry, Tracy Chapman, Nils Lofgren and Patti Smith.

Tibetan Freedom Concert (1997) - The Tibetan Freedom Concert triple CD features Yellow Ledbetter from Mike and Eddie's surprise appearance at the June, 1997 Tibetan Freedom Concert, along with other amazing performances from the two-day event to raise awareness about the Chinese oppression of Tibet. Performances from the 1996 Tibetan Freedom Concert in San Francisco are included on Disc 3.

Kerouac - kicks joy darkness (1997) - This spoken word tribute with music features Eddie Vedder with backing music by Hovercraft doing Hymn by Jack Kerouac.

Tuatara (1997) - Breaking The Ethers features a Mike McCready guest appearance playing guitar on "The Getaway," on this all-instrumental album by Tuatara, a collaboration of friends coming together to express a wide variety of influences.

Pearls Before Swine (1997) - It's African rock with a guest appearance by Jeff playing fretless bass on this Tribe After Tribe release.

We're Outta Here! (1997) - Ed makes an appearance on this Ramones home video/cd set on "Any Way You Want It" singing with the Ramones in their farewell show at the Palace on August 6, 1996.

Schoolhouse Rock (1996) - Check out "Petster"...that's Mike McCready on electric guitar [what else?] on Electricity, Electricity.

Monkey On Rico (1996) - Stone Gossard contributes to this album by Thermadore, where he plays on four songs and sings on two (Pushing and Anton).

Home Alive - The Art of Self Defense (1996) - a unique multi-artist project featuring a host of alternative musicians and spoken-word performers benefitting the Home Alive organization. Pearl Jam does a great version of "Leaving Here."

New Mansions In Sound (1996) - Eddie contributes harmoniously (even if he doesn't think so and wanted to buy it back!) to The Fastbacks latest album on the Keith Moon song, Girls Eyes.

MOM (1996) - Pearl Jam does Gremmie Out Of Control on this benefit album for the Surfrider Foundation, an organization dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the world's waves and beaches through conservation, activism, research and education.

Hype! The Motion Picture Soundtrack (1996) - Track 19 has Pearl Jam doing Not For You taken from the Self Pollution Radio broadcast of January 8, 1995. From the liner notes: "they came to Sub Pop with their first single, and we passed on it for being too commercial. of course, one year later we almost went bankrupt...Pearl Jam are the social conscience of our arena rock nation." Movie Review, now out on video.

Dust (1996) - Mike McCready makes a guest appearance on Dying Days on this Screaming Trees release.

The Cable Guy (1996) - Mike McCready plays on this movie soundtrack as part of $10,000 Gold Chain with members of Green Apple Quick Step doing the Velvet Underground song, "Oh! Sweet Nuthin'."

Painfull Days (1996) - Ed Vedder is singing a lead vocal on "Passin' Thru" on this Gary Heffern compilation called, "Painfull Days." Ed does one verse, Victoria Williams another, etc. The song is best described as "country/folk" and you won't find Ed credited in the liner notes...but there's a credit for a mysterious Wes C. Addle there...

Dead Man Walking (1996) - Eddie is singing on both of these Dead Man Walking releases. One is music inspired by the movie and the other is the score of the movie. He sings Face of Love and The Long Road with World Music artist, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. (The Score versions are longer.)

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Ball-Hog or Tugboat (1995) - Eddie sings & plays guitar on Against the 70's, on Mike Watt's album, Ball-Hog or Tugboat. The song has Mike Watt on bass & spiel, Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters) on drums & Krist Novoselic (Nirvana) on farfisa organ, Gary Lee Conner on lead guitar and Carla Bozulich singing backup.

The Basketball Diaries (1995) - Pearl Jam plays on this movie soundtrack in "Catholic Boy" featuring Jim Carroll on vocals.

Bob Dylan's Highway 61 Interactive (1995) has an interview appearance by Eddie Vedder discussing Dylan's influence in music.

Stone Free: A Tribute to Jimi Hendrix (1993) - As M.A.C.C., Jeff Ament and Mike McCready perform with Chris Cornell and Matt Cameron of Soundgarden. They rock on the great Hendrix tune: Hey Baby (Land of the New Rising Sun).

Bad Religion (1993) - Eddie contributes to the songs, "American Jesus," and "Watch It Die" on Recipe For Hate.

In Defense Of Animals (1993) - Pearl Jam contributed Porch from Ten to this compilation album in support of IDA. In Defense Of Animals is a national non-profit organization dedicated to ending the abuse of animals by protecting their rights, welfare, and habitats.

Judgment Night (1993) - Pearl Jam & Cypress Hill doing the "Real Thing" on this movie soundtrack.

Sweet Relief (1993) - Pearl Jam does "Crazy Mary", an absolutely beautiful Victoria Williams song. This original Sweet Relief compilation helped to raise funds for Victoria's mounting medical bills after she was diagnosed with MS. All of the artists on it contributed their efforts to a friend in need.

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Bob Dylan - The 30th Anniversary Concert Collection (1993) - The All-Music Guide suggests that Neil Young stole the show at the anniversary tribute in 1993. All we can say is that if Neil didn't, Eddie Vedder and Mike McCready sure did with an incredible version of Bob Dylan's, Masters of War done with a passion the subject deserves.

Singles Soundtrack (1992) - Pearl Jam contributed two songs to this amazing soundtrack, "Breath" and "State of Love and Trust." Jeff, Stone and Ed also appeared in this Cameron Crowe movie as members of a Seattle band named Citizen Dick with Matt Dillon.

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