Red Mosquito

Knabetnuom wrote: Mon August 10, 2026 8:41 pm In my experience, it's foolish to try and predict this band, especially when it comes to the live show, but even moreso now with a new and thus far, mysterious drummer.

Still, I'm going to take a stab at what I think their overall approach will be, based on the past.

First, I think they're going to want to prove that they can and may still play anything from across their catalog. Much how Dave played Dave songs and Jack played Dave & Dave songs and Matt played Dave & Dave & Jack songs, so too will their new drummer play Dave & Dave & Jack & Matt songs. Maybe not at this show but eventually.

Second, regardless of a follow up tour after Ohana, they will most likely want to record and release a new album as soon as possible, so the new drummer won't just feel like he (or she) is in a cover band and to prove they are still a viable rock band, not just trading on the success of Ten, Vs., Better Man, Ledbetter and Last Kiss but an active and still creative group. I can also see them pulling out some never-played tune at Ohana and even a new song.

They want to establish they're not simply doing the hits on the lakefront bbq circuit but still have astonishing music to make.

Third, I think they'll be open to the new drummer's style and songwriting input and much like the previous drummers had signature tunes, so too will drummer #4...no...uhh...6 (!) 

I guess we'll all find out in September. I loved Matt's drumming, studio and live and most associate him with their concerts so it will be interesting to see someone new behind the kit.

tragabigzanda wrote: Mon August 10, 2026 8:55 pm i don't think they'll give a shit about the drummer's artistic intention any more. If they did, they'd hire Stuverad and be a fun band again. Can they play the hits, the deep cuts, and tackle the predictable range of tempos you'd expect to get on a new Pearl Jam album? Do they make Eddie want to do jump kicks? Can they tour without drugs? Did they vote for Biden? It's a pretty basic gating mechanism at this point.

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