https://www.afterglowatx.com/blog/2020/10/25/how-pearl-jam-turned-angst-into-activism
Frontman Eddie Vedder has used lyrics to express his internal concerns since Pearl Jam's 1991 debut album, Ten, which set a precedent for the band's emphasis on community mental health rehabilitation.On Ten's fifth track, "Black," Vedder sings: "Oh and twisted thoughts that spin 'round my head / I'm spinning, oh I'm spinning, how quick the sun can drop away."

https://americansongwriter.com/never-settle-the-meaning-behind-better-man-by-pearl-jam/
Eddie Vedder relives his childhood trauma in two of Pearl Jam's biggest songs, "Alive" and "Better Man."The former was Vedder looking back on a moment of impact: the day he learned the

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Vedder
Eddie Jerome Vedder (born Edward Louis Severson III; December 23, 1964) is an American singer, musician, and songwriter. ... Activism. Vedder has used his role as a musician to speak on several politically-oriented themes. In 2009, he said, "People on death row, the treatment of animals, women's right to choose.

https://www.biography.com/musicians/eddie-vedder
Musician and activist Eddie Vedder rose to fame as lead singer of Pearl Jam, a band that popularized the grunge rock movement in the early 1990s. ... Rocker Eddie Vedder was born Edward Louis

https://www.newsweek.com/eddie-vedder-talks-music-activism-76235
Lead singer Eddie Vedder talks bout the reissue, balancing music with activism, and life as a ... Eddie Vedder Talks Music, Activism. Published Mar 22, 2009 at 8:00 PM EDT Updated May 26, 2010 at

https://www.npr.org/sections/therecord/2011/05/26/136625347/eddie-vedder-giving-a-modest-instrument-a-turn-in-the-spotlight
"It's an activist instrument," declared Eddie Vedder last week, speaking by phone from a Seattle recording studio. He wasn't talking about the Fender electric he once decorated in tribute to the

https://givingcompass.org/article/eddie-vedder-wants-to-make-global-poverty-a-thing-of-the-past
These are the words of Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder, who, alongside being one of the most influential figures of the rock and roll grunge movement, is also a well-noted philanthropist and dedicated activist. Vedder is now bringing his critically acclaimed classic rock tunes and activism to the Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100, presented

https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/music/2020/09/10/pearl-jam-vote-by-mail-2020-election/3459292001/
Eddie Vedder and Pearl Jam have launched a vote by mail initiative for the 2020 presidential election between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. ... The Seattle rockers have a history of activism and

https://au.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/pearl-jam-eddie-vedde-lily-cornell-mental-health-16081/
In the post accompanying the show, Lily wrote: "I am honoured to be joined by a guiding light in my life, Eddie Vedder of @pearljam. We discuss societal and political impacts on mental health, Eddie's own experiences, and the importance of activism and empathy. "Reminder to register to vote if you haven't already!

https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/eddie-vedder-pearl-jam-2018-mandela-100/
These are the words of Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder, who, alongside being one of the most influential figures of the rock and roll grunge movement, is also a well-noted philanthropist and dedicated activist. ... Pearl Jam and Vedder have a long history of intertwining activism into their concerts. In 2015, Vedder interrupted a show in Brazil

https://mindwideopenproject.com/episodes/episode-6-with-eddie-vedder/
20,687 likes. lilycornellsilver. Episode 6 - Eddie Vedder. I am honored to be joined by a guiding light in my life, Eddie Vedder of @pearljam. We discuss societal and political impacts on mental health, Eddie's own experiences, and the importance of activism and empathy. Reminder to register to vote if you haven't already!

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/10-things-we-learned-from-lily-cornell-silvers-interview-eddie-vedder-1049157/
A post shared by Lily Cornell Silver (@lilycornellsilver) on Aug 24, 2020 at 9:03am PDT. 1. Vedder learned that Lily was born minutes before Pearl Jam walked onstage at Roskilde in 2000. "It was

https://variety.com/2020/music/news/pearl-jam-eddie-vedder-lily-chris-cornell-igtv-watch-1234746708/#!
Jem Aswad, Jonathan Cohen. Lily Cornell Silver, daughter of late Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell, welcome a special guest to "Mind Wide Open," her IGTV show, on Monday: Pearl Jam singer

https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/new-pearl-jam-album-heavy-on-climate-activism/5347380.html
New Pearl Jam Album Rocks Hard on Climate Change. March 27, 2020. Eddie Vedder (L) lead singer of the rock band Pearl Jam, and guitarist Mike McCready. 0:00 0:04:43. Direct link. It has been

https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/pearl-jam-eddie-vedder-talks-171329429.html
Lily Cornell Silver, daughter of late Soundgarden frontman Chris Cornell, welcome a special guest to "Mind Wide Open," her IGTV show, on Monday: Pearl Jam singer Eddie Vedder, who she's

https://btchflcks.com/2013/11/eddie-vedder-feminism-in-flannel.html
Eddie Vedder and Gloria Steinem at a Voters for Choice press conference . Vedder still brings up a woman's right to choose as one of his top priorities when talking about his activism. Anti-rape messages have also been woven through Vedder's rhetoric over the years.

https://ew.com/article/2016/04/19/eddie-vedder-anti-lgbt-law-speech/
Eddie Vedder gives speech on anti-LGBT law. 'There is nothing like the immense power of boycotting and putting a strain,' Vedder said at a Monday night show. Just hours after announcing Pearl Jam

https://facts.net/celebrity/33-facts-about-eddie-vedder/
Key Takeaways: Eddie Vedder, the lead vocalist of Pearl Jam, is a versatile musician, passionate activist, and dedicated family man with a unique baritone voice and a love for surfing and baseball.; With a deep connection to his hometown of Seattle, Eddie Vedder's music, activism, and down-to-earth personality have left a profound impact on the world, resonating with fans and making a

https://www.spin.com/2020/08/eddie-vedder-talks-chris-cornell-activism-on-latest-episode-of-lily-cornell-silvers-igtv-series/
In the episode, Vedder offered some choice wisdom, shared some stories about hanging out with the old Cornell, and like he did in a slightly similar fashion on Daddy Issues last month, the singer

https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/group-that-turned-eddie-vedder-into-singer/
Eddie Vedder is one of those names that is almost inseparable from the world of rock music. As the lead singer and driving force behind Pearl Jam, Vedder quickly became a defining figure of the American rock scene during the 1990s, toeing the line between the sleaziness of grunge and the polished stylings of alternative rock.

https://www.reddit.com/r/pearljam/comments/ifs9cd/eddie_vedder_talks_mental_health_activism_with/
A subreddit about all things Pearl Jam. Of course we're talking about the best band from the 1990s featuring Eddie Vedder, Mike McCready, Stone Gossard, Jeff Ament, and Matt Cameron. See wikipedia for additional info about other band members. Pearl Jam fans are usually members of the "Ten Club" named after the bands debut album "Ten".

https://chicago.suntimes.com/movies-and-tv/2024/06/21/stevie-van-zandt-disciple-review-hbo-max-documentary-bruce-springsteen-sopranos-little-steven-silvio-dante
Directed by Bill Teck and featuring interviews with Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Southside Johnny, Jackson Browne, Bill Wyman of the Rolling Stones, Eddie Vedder and Joan Jett, among other

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXN4GpisLMU
Eddie Vedder of Pearl Jam discusses Epidermolysis Bullosa, a devastating skin condition, along with Dr. Jakub Tolar, a leading researcher, and brave kids and

https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/eddie-vedders-wife-jill-vedder-182711895.html
Eddie Vedder quickly became known as the frontman of Pearl Jam in the 1990s and his wife, Jill Vedder, has helped him celebrate his success over the years. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee

https://happymag.tv/eddie-vedder-gender-equality-butker/
— CALL TO ACTIVISM (@CalltoActivism) May 20, 2024 . The crowd erupted in cheers. Vedder's sharp wit and clear message resonated. This on-stage critique adds fuel to the ongoing debate about masculinity and gender equality. Many have spoken out since Butker's speech, and Vedder certainly won't be the last.

https://decider.com/2024/06/24/stevie-van-zandt-disciple-hbo-max-documentary-review-stream-it-or-skip-it/
Separately, Eddie Vedder and Jesse Malin each recall how enamored they were of the band photographs that graced the gatefolds of the classic Springsteen records Van Zandt was a part of.