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There is a reason that this is still the most successful Pearl Jam album. Very simply, it is their best album. Not only does it capture a moment in rock history perfectly, but the album still sounds fresh even today. I firmly believe that if it were released tomorrow, it would still sell millions of copies. Lots of sing along stuff, ballads, angst, heavy guitars, et cetera… this album just makes you feel happy or sad or angry or reflective or all of the above; there is a song on here for everyone.
Mike B.