Pearl Jam, the iconic Seattle rock band formed in 1990, helped define the grunge era with their debut album Ten and powerful lead vocals by Eddie Vedder. Known for raw live performances and socially conscious lyrics, Pearl Jam continues to influence alternative rock fans worldwide.
The band waged a famous, years-long battle against Ticketmaster in the mid-1990s, refusing to play many arenas and reworking tours to avoid the service because of fees and alleged monopolistic practices.