Ted Leo and Pearl Jam in Jersey
By Jeff on Jun 20, 2008 in Music, Videos | 0 Comments
There are many good reasons to see Pearl Jam live. In addition to their rigorous yet vibrant execution of both hits and deep cuts, and the mesmerizing performance by the beast Matt Cameron behind the kit (think Neil Peart with 20 less drums), Eddie and the boys always choose a brilliant supporting act to kick things off right.
The last two times I saw Pearl Jam in scenic Camden, NJ, they paid homage to some of the favorite punks of the past: Sonic Youth opened one show and The Buzzcocks opened the other a couple years later. Both sets were outstanding.
Tonight’s show in Camden looks like another winner, indie rock stalwart Ted Leo comes home to the Garden State (he grew up in Bloomfield, New Jersey) and will certainly kick off the night with a walloping blast of melodic punk-tinged tuneage that will evoke blissful memories of The Jam and “I’m the Man” era Joe Jackson. Ted Leo rules, so listen up you classic rock lovin’ Philadelphians, leave your bongs and Budweiser cans in the parking lot early and make sure you don’t miss him.
Thanks to my brother DJ, who got some great seats for us, yes actual seats! Sorry lawn, you will not have the privilege of my old ass sitting upon you this time.
Video: “Me and Mia”
