Rediscovering Neil Young's Mirror Ball: A Reissued Collaboration with Pearl Jam
Neil Young's album Mirror Ball, a collaborative effort with Pearl Jam, is being reissued after more than 30 years since its original release. The album, initially part of Young's Official Release Series Volume 6, is now being reissued as a standalone release on CD and vinyl. Preorders are currently available on Pearl Jam's website, with shipping scheduled to commence on May 22.
Mirror Ball was first released on June 27, 1995, and is solely credited to Neil Young on the album's cover due to legal complications with the record labels of Young and Pearl Jam. However, the members of Pearl Jam are acknowledged in the album's liner notes. The album achieved significant success, reaching #5 on the Billboard 200 Albums chart and earning a Gold certification from the RIAA.
In December 1995, Pearl Jam unveiled the EP Merkin Ball, which included two tracks recorded during the Mirror Ball sessions: "I Got Id" and "Long Road." This reissue of Mirror Ball offers fans a chance to revisit this iconic collaboration between Neil Young and Pearl Jam, showcasing their musical synergy and creative partnership.
In conclusion, the reissue of Neil Young's Mirror Ball album presents a unique opportunity for music enthusiasts to rediscover this timeless collaboration with Pearl Jam. With its distinctive sound and critical acclaim, Mirror Ball continues to captivate audiences and solidify its place in music history.