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Dance of the Clairvoyants

"Dance of the Clairvoyants" is a song by American rock band Pearl Jam. The song was released on January 22, 2020, as the lead single from their eleventh studio album, Gigaton (2020).[6] An accompanying music video was released on the same day.[7] The lyrics were written by Eddie Vedder and the music was written by all five members of the band.[8][9]

"Dance of the Clairvoyants"
Single by Pearl Jam
from the album Gigaton
ReleasedJanuary 22, 2020 (2020-01-22)
Genre
Length4:26
LabelMonkeywrench
Composer(s)
Lyricist(s)Eddie Vedder
Producer(s)
  • Josh Evans
  • Pearl Jam
Pearl Jam singles chronology
"Can't Deny Me"
(2018) 		"Dance of the Clairvoyants"
(2020) 		"Superblood Wolfmoon"
(2020)
Music video
"Dance of the Clairvoyants" on YouTube

Background

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The band's bassist, Jeff Ament, said of the song:

"'Dance' was a perfect storm of experimentation and real collaboration, mixing up the instrumentation and building a great song, and Ed writing some of my favorite words yet, around Matt's killer drum pattern. Did I mention Mike's insane guitar part and that Stone is playing bass on this one? We've opened some new doors creatively and that's exciting."[10]

Release and reception

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A fifteen-second sample from "Dance of the Clairvoyants" was published on Pearl Jam's social media on January 21, 2020.[11] The full song was released via streaming and download at 12:00 a.m. Eastern Time on January 22, 2020.[11]

"Dance of the Clairvoyants" has been noted as being an evolution of the band's sound, as there is more of an electronic influence in the song than previous Pearl Jam songs.[5]

Music video

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A music video titled "Dance of the Clairvoyants (Mach I)" was released on the band's official YouTube channel on January 22, 2020.[10] It was directed by Joel Edwards, produced by Evolve Studios with footage by Filmsupply.[10] A second music video featuring the band titled "Dance of the Clairvoyants (Mach II)" was directed by Ryan Cory and was released on January 29, 2020.[12]

On February 7, 2020, Pearl Jam released a third video titled "Dance of the Clairvoyants (Mach III)". This video was billed by the band as their first official video in seven years.[13]

Personnel

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Adapted from Pearl Jam's official YouTube channel.[8]

Charts

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Certifications

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Region Certification Certified units/sales
Brazil (Pro-Música Brasil)[26] Gold 20,000‡

‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

References

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  1. ^ Melis, Matt (January 24, 2020). "Pearl Jam Find New Groove on "Dance of the Clairvoyants"". Consequence of Sound. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
  2. ^ Cerio, Michael (January 22, 2020). "World Premiere: Pearl Jam Back and Brand New on 'Dance Of The Clairvoyants'". Radio.com. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
  3. ^ a b Erlewine, Stephen Thomas. "Gigaton - Pearl Jam | Songs, Reviews, Credits". AllMusic. Retrieved December 22, 2020.
  4. ^ Atkinson, Jessie (January 22, 2020). "Pearl Jam's new single 'Dance of the Clairvoyants' is a total curveball". Gigwise. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
  5. ^ a b Brandle, Lars (January 22, 2020). "Pearl Jam Unleash Synths In New Song 'Dance of the Clairvoyants': Stream It Now". Billboard. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
  6. ^ "Pearl Jam Share New Song "Dance of the Clairvoyants": Listen". Pitchfork. January 22, 2020.
  7. ^ Legaspi, Althea (January 22, 2020). "Pearl Jam Open 'New Doors Creatively' on Single 'Dance of the Clairvoyants'".
  8. ^ a b Pearl Jam (January 21, 2020). "Dance Of The Clairvoyants". YouTube.
  9. ^ Schaffner, Lauryn (January 22, 2020). "Pearl Jam Share New Song 'Dance of the Clairvoyants'". Loudwire.
  10. ^ a b c "Pearl Jam - "Dance of the Clairvoyants" Out Now". pearljam.com. January 22, 2020.
  11. ^ a b "New Music From Pearl Jam Is Coming Tonight". Radio.com. January 21, 2020.
  12. ^ "Watch Pearl Jam's New Video For Dance Of The Clairvoyants (Mach II)". Kerrang. January 29, 2020.
  13. ^ "Pearl Jam release official video for 'Dance of the Clairvoyants'". NME Music News, Reviews, Videos, Galleries, Tickets and Blogs | NME.COM. February 7, 2020. Retrieved February 7, 2020.
  14. ^ "Pearl Jam – Dance of the Clairvoyants" (in Dutch). Ultratip. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
  15. ^ "Pearl Jam – Dance of the Clairvoyants" (in French). Ultratip. Retrieved February 22, 2020.
  16. ^ "Pearl Jam Chart History (Canada Rock)". Billboard. Retrieved February 8, 2020.
  17. ^ "ČNS IFPI". IFPI ČR. Note: Select CZ RADIO TOP 20 MODERN ROCK and insert 202011 into search. Retrieved October 12, 2022.
  18. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. February 3, 2020. Retrieved February 1, 2020.
  19. ^ "Official Scottish Singles Sales Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved April 4, 2020.
  20. ^ "Pearl Jam Chart History (Hot Rock & Alternative Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 4, 2020.
  21. ^ "Pearl Jam Chart History (Rock Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved February 4, 2020.
  22. ^ "Pearl Jam Chart History (Mainstream Rock)". Billboard. Retrieved February 15, 2020.
  23. ^ "Pearl Jam Chart History (Alternative Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved February 29, 2020.
  24. ^ "Pearl Jam Chart History (Adult Alternative Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved March 7, 2020.
  25. ^ "Hot Rock & Alternative Songs – Year-End 2020". Billboard. Retrieved December 5, 2020.
  26. ^ "Brazilian single certifications – Pearl Jam – Dance of the Clairvoyants" (in Portuguese). Pro-Música Brasil. Retrieved April 25, 2024.
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