description Pearl Jam - Binaural Overview
Binaural is the sixth studio album by the American rock band Pearl Jam, released in 2000. It was produced by Tchad Blake and Pearl Jam, with Adam Kasper contributing additional production, and its title refers to the binaural recording techniques used on several tracks. The method employed a dummy-head microphone system to create a spatial, headphone-oriented sound, while songs such as "Nothing as It Seems" continued the band's exploration of alternative rock beyond its earlier grunge work.
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Why is Pearl Jam's album called Binaural?
The title refers to binaural recording, a technique that uses two microphones to create a more three-dimensional stereo image. Pearl Jam used that approach on several tracks rather than recording every song as a fully binaural experiment.
When was Binaural released, and how many songs does it have?
Pearl Jam released Binaural on May 16, 2000, as a 13-track album running about 52 minutes. It was the band's sixth studio album, following Yield.
Who produced Pearl Jam's Binaural?
Pearl Jam co-produced the album with Tchad Blake, who was chosen in part for his work with binaural recording. The album was recorded at Studio Litho in Seattle.
Which tracks show Binaural's range?
The track list includes Nothing As It Seems, Light Years, Of the Girl, Sleight of Hand, and Soon Forget. The album's 13 songs move between heavy rock, reflective ballads, and quieter acoustic textures.
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