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Live at the Showbox

Pearl Jam · 2003

123 min · 33 tracks · hard rock · grunge

Electric and raw, this live album captures Pearl Jam's dynamic energy and emotional depth on stage.

Why this album works

This release is significant as it documents a pivotal live performance during the band's ongoing career, highlighting their ability to engage audiences with both new material and classic hits. It received positive critical reception, reinforcing Pearl Jam's status as one of the most vital live acts of their time.
Best for
dynamic live performance energy wave-like emotional crescendos intimate crowd interaction moments
Context
Released in 2003, 'Live at the Showbox' came after Pearl Jam's commercial resurgence with their album 'Riot Act' in 2002. At this point, the band was firmly established as a leading force in rock, following years of evolution since their early '90s grunge breakout. This live recording showcases their commitment to authentic performance and connection with fans.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 [untitled] 2:00
  • 2 Small Town 3:50
  • 3 Off He Goes 6:15
  • 4 Thumbing My Way 4:54
  • 5 Thin Air 3:57
  • 6 Breakerfall 2:46
  • 7 Green Disease 2:46
  • 8 Corduroy 4:52
  • 9 Save You 4:27
  • 10 Ghost 3:44
  • 11 [untitled] 1:10
  • 12 Cropduster 4:17
  • 13 I Am Mine 4:00
  • 14 [untitled] 0:31
  • 15 Love Boat Captain 5:04
  • 16 God's Dice 2:39
  • 17 Half Full 5:06
  • 18 Daughter Standout 6:06
  • 19 You Are 5:09
  • 20 [untitled] 1:15
  • 21 Rearviewmirror Standout 7:19
  • 22 [untitled] 0:44
  • 23 Bushleaguer 4:31
  • 24 [untitled] 1:57
  • 25 Insignificance 4:57
  • 26 Betterman Standout 5:46
  • 27 Do the Evolution 3:38
  • 28 [untitled] 1:35
  • 29 Yellow Ledbetter 6:55
  • 30 [untitled] 2:10
  • 31 Soon Forget 3:19
  • 32 Don't Believe in Christmas 3:20
  • 33 Improv #13 2:14

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