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Title: Binaural
Review: Pearl Jam's sixth studio album is essentially a continuation of where they left off with "Yield." Its got raw rockers (e.g. "grievance") lilting ballads ("sleight of hand") and even typical P.J. oddball songs like the solo-Vedder "Soon Forget." The first half is more polished than P.J.'s usual raw sound, but the second half is usual "difficult-to-digest-at-first" Pearl Jam. The album is not GREAT enough to warrant five stars. However, unlike past Pearl Jam albums, it has no major flaws (e.g. "bugs" on Vitalogy). Definitely a strong album which would be enjoyed by fans and non-fans alike.
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