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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Episode 190: Jeff Buckley and “Grace” [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Episode 189: Clearing Out The Notebook [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:59
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Duration: 1:12:24
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Episode 185: A West Coast Trip & Traveling Soundtracks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37:49
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