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Pearl Jam - Vs. - Rock Album
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Pearl Jam - Vs.

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"Vs." is the second studio album by the American rock band Pearl Jam, released in 1993 through Epic Records. The record was produced by Brendan O'Brien and marks a shift toward a more aggressive, raw, and punk-influenced sound compared to the band's debut album "Ten." Featuring notable tracks such as "Daughter," "Animal," and "Elderly Woman Behind the Counter in a Small Town," the album achieved massive commercial success. It sold nearly one million copies in its first week in the United States, setting a record at the time.

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Why was Pearl Jam's second album called Vs.?

The record was initially released without a printed title, and early pressings are sometimes described as untitled. It soon became officially known as Vs., a title matching the album's themes of conflict, pressure, and resistance.

Which well-known songs are on Vs.?

Vs. includes "Go," "Daughter," "Animal," "Dissident," and "Rearviewmirror." It was released in 1993 as the follow-up to Pearl Jam's debut album, Ten.

Who produced Vs. with Pearl Jam?

Brendan O'Brien produced Vs., beginning a long creative relationship with the band. He subsequently worked on Pearl Jam albums including Vitalogy, No Code, and Yield.

How did Vs. differ musically from Ten?

Vs. has a rawer and often more aggressive sound than the polished production of Ten. Songs such as "Blood" and "Animal" emphasize punk energy, while "Daughter" and "Elderly Woman Behind the Counter in a Small Town" show the band's quieter side.

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