Pearl Jam Presses 2016 Philly ‘Ten’ Performance To Vinyl

Pearl Jam is set to offer vinyl collectors a historic slice of rock music with the upcoming release of Ten Live, a pressing of their complete live performance of the seminal album Ten. Marking 35 years since the original Ten album propelled the Seattle band into the spotlight, this vinyl edition captures the April 29, 2016 concert at Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo Center — a show where the band performed the entire album live for the first time on U.S. soil since its original 1992 European run.

The live recording, mixed by the band’s longtime collaborator Josh Evans, will be issued as a three-sided LP and made available in standard black vinyl alongside a limited clear-vinyl edition reserved for members of Pearl Jam’s fan club, the Ten Club. This release represents the first opportunity for fans to own the full Philadelphia Ten performance on vinyl, commemorating a unique and spontaneous event in the band’s touring history.

The Wells Fargo Center concert itself was a notable milestone, celebrating Pearl Jam’s tenth consecutive sold-out show at the venue. Inspired by the venue’s acknowledgment of this achievement, frontman Eddie Vedder chose to honor the moment by performing the Ten album track-by-track — a rare occasion that also included the debut live renditions of lesser-known tracks such as "Bee Girl," "All or None," and a cover of Neil Young’s "Throw Your Hatred Down."

Fans eager to experience the show prior to the vinyl release have the option to stream the professionally filmed concert, which is accessible for rental and free for Ten Club members, providing an immersive chance to revisit the nearly three-hour set before the physical release arrives in late November.

The album Ten holds an iconic place in rock history and the grunge movement. Its origins trace back to the early 1990s Seattle scene, rising from the ashes of Mother Love Bone, the band that preceded Pearl Jam. After the tragic death of Mother Love Bone's lead singer Andrew Wood, band members Stone Gossard and Jeff Ament found new momentum with singer Eddie Vedder, who contributed key songs that would shape Pearl Jam’s debut album.

Released in August 1991, Ten combined elements of classic rock, punk, and alternative styles, ultimately helping define the grunge sound that would dominate the decade. Although the album's rise was gradual, it earned a place at the forefront of the genre alongside other Seattle bands like Nirvana and Soundgarden.

Pearl Jam’s recent announcement of a return to live performance after a hiatus adds further significance to the vinyl release. The band will take the stage again for the first time since May 2025 at Vedder’s Ohana Festival in late September. This upcoming show will also be notable for introducing the new drummer, who replaces longtime member Matt Cameron following his departure earlier in the year.

While details about the replacement drummer remain limited, the band’s continued evolution and commitment to their legacy are underscored by this vinyl release and their forthcoming live appearances. The Ten Live pressing not only celebrates the album’s enduring impact but also reconnects fans with a pivotal live moment in Pearl Jam’s history.

With the vinyl set to hit shelves on November 27, both longtime followers and new listeners have a fresh way to engage with one of rock’s defining albums, experienced through the lens of a landmark live performance. This release captures the energy and nostalgia of Pearl Jam’s early work alongside the spontaneity of the 2016 Philadelphia show, making it a significant addition to the band’s extensive catalog and vinyl offerings.