Singer: Eddie Vedder

Eddie Vedder, born Edward Louis Severson III on December 23, 1964, in Evanston, Illinois, is an American singer, songwriter, and musician best known as the lead vocalist and one of the primary lyricists of the rock band Pearl Jam.

Vedder’s powerful voice and introspective lyrics helped define the grunge movement of the early 1990s. With Pearl Jam, he achieved massive success with albums like “Ten,” “Vs.,” and “Vitalogy,” featuring iconic songs such as “Alive,” “Jeremy,” and “Black.” Beyond Pearl Jam, Vedder has pursued solo projects, including the critically acclaimed soundtrack for the film “Into the Wild.”

Known for his activism and advocacy on social and political issues, Eddie Vedder remains a prominent and influential figure in rock music.