Episode 261: “No Code” - Pearl Jam

Episode 261: “No Code” - Pearl Jam

Author: Grunge Bible March 23, 2026 Duration: 1:17:55
“If I had known then what I know now.” This week, Chris and Ethan take a dive into “No Code,” Pearl Jam’s status quo-challenging fourth studio album. Listen along as they discuss this essential album, song-by-song. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/grunge_bible  Support the show, buy some merch! https://grungebible.creator-spring.com/  

Chris Celona and Ethan Shalaway host The Grunge Bible Podcast, a conversation that feels less like a formal history lesson and more like hanging out with friends who happen to have an encyclopedic knowledge of the Seattle sound and everything that orbited it. They dig into the stories that defined an era, from the explosive arrival of landmark albums to the quieter, stranger moments behind the lyrics and the artists who wrote them. This isn't just a nostalgic look back; it's a living discussion where interviews, listener questions, and personal insights weave together the legacy of 90s grunge rock. Each episode unpacks the music with a genuine passion, examining why these particular chords and cultural shifts still resonate decades later. Produced by Drew McFadyen, the podcast balances deep dives with a casual, approachable tone, making room for both the monumental figures and the overlooked details. If you've ever found yourself rewinding a track to hear a lyric again or wondering about the scene that birthed it, this is the space for that curiosity. The Grunge Bible serves as a guide through the feedback and fury, one story and one song at a time.
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Duration: 1:22:23
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Episode 233: September 8, 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:46
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Episode 232: “Ten” - Pearl Jam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:35:27
This week, Chris and Ethan turn back the clock to May 2021 and the first-ever GB Pod album review - a look at Pearl Jam’s “Ten,” originally released as episode 10 of the show. Listen along for a present-day check-in, fol…
Episode 231: “Facelift” and “Ten” Album Anniversaries [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:03
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Episode 230: “August and Everything After” [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:21
It’s that time of year where summer is starting to pass into autumn, and the music choices reflect it. This week, Chris and Ethan return to the #notgrunge world of Counting Crows and their debut album, among other topics…
Episode 229: Summertime Rolls [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:12
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Episode 228: The Pink Floyd Zone, Travels & Charts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:24
Travels, album anniversaries, and a summer that rolls on. Chris and Ethan check in as August begins in this week’s podcast. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: ht…
Episode 227: Remembering Ozzy Osbourne [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:09
Chris and Ethan reflect on the life and work of Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away on July 22 at age 76. Support the show on Patreon! Becoming a Patron is the most effective way to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/g…
Episode 226: “The Yips” & the Legacies of Bennington & Cornell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:11
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Episode 225: The Matt Cameron - Pearl Jam Era Closes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:03
This week, Chris and Ethan discuss the news that Matt Cameron has left Pearl Jam after 27 years. Listen along as they share their reaction as well as their thoughts on what Matt has meant to the band and to each of them.…