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Image of Compact disc, Band of Horses,

Compact disc, Band of Horses, "Everything All the Time," Sub Pop Records © 2006

Band of Horses is an American rock band formed in Seattle in 2004. After the break-up of his previous band, Carissa's Weird, Ben Bridwell (vocals, guitar) formed Band of Horses with bassist Chris Early and drummer Tim Meinig. They were soon joined by former Carissa's Wierd bandleader Mat Brooke (guitar, vocals). Their first full-length album, “Everything All the Time,” was…
ID Number:2013.71.18
Date:2006
Image of Compact disc, Brandi Carlile,

Compact disc, Brandi Carlile, "Live at Easy Street Records," BMG Music Entertainment © 2007

Brandi M. Carlile (b. 1981) is an American singer-songwriter. Carlile was born in Ravensdale, Washington, and began her career performing in Seattle music clubs. Carlile's music has been categorized in various genres including pop, rock, alternative country, and folk. Carlile has been a vocal advocate for causes like LGBTQ rights, the empowerment of women, and awareness about health issues. This…
ID Number:2013.71.19
Date:2007
Image of Compact disc, Fleet Foxes, self-titled CD, Sub Pop Records © 2008

Compact disc, Fleet Foxes, self-titled CD, Sub Pop Records © 2008

Fleet Foxes are an American indie folk band formed in Seattle in 2006. Robin Pecknold (vocals, guitar) and Skyler Skjelset (guitar, mandolin, backing vocals) met while attending Lake Washington High School in Kirkland. They gained prominence with their second EP Sun Giant and their debut album Fleet Foxes in 2008 (both on Sub Pop records). The cover art for this…
ID Number:2013.71.20
Date:2008
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Pearl Jam, "Spin The Black Circle", 45 record, Sony Music Entertainment, Inc. 1994

Pearl Jam is an alternative rock band that formed in Seattle in 1990. Since its inception, the band's line-up has included Eddie Vedder (vocals), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), and Mike McCready (guitar). Together with such bands as Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, and Nirvana, Pearl Jam was part of the grunge rock scene that was centered in Seattle in…
ID Number:2013.71.21
Date:1994
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Pearl Jam, "MerkinBall," 45 record, Sony Music Entertainment, Inc. 1995

Pearl Jam is an alternative rock band that formed in Seattle in 1990. Since its inception, the band's line-up has included Eddie Vedder (vocals), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), and Mike McCready (guitar). Together with such bands as Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, and Nirvana, Pearl Jam was part of the grunge rock scene that was centered in Seattle in…
ID Number:2013.71.22
Date:1995
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Pearl Jam, "Off He Goes," 45 record, Sony Music Entertainment, Inc. 1996

Pearl Jam is an alternative rock band that formed in Seattle in 1990. Since its inception, the band's line-up has included Eddie Vedder (vocals), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), and Mike McCready (guitar). Together with such bands as Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, and Nirvana, Pearl Jam was part of the grunge rock scene that was centered in Seattle in…
ID Number:2013.71.23
Date:1996
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Pearl Jam, "Given to Fly," 45 record, Sony Music Entertainment, Inc. 1997

Pearl Jam is an alternative rock band that formed in Seattle in 1990. Since its inception, the band's line-up has included Eddie Vedder (vocals), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), and Mike McCready (guitar). Together with such bands as Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, and Nirvana, Pearl Jam was part of the grunge rock scene that was centered in Seattle in…
ID Number:2013.71.24
Date:1997
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Pearl Jam, "Wishlist," 45 record, Sony Music Entertainment, Inc. 1998

Pearl Jam is an alternative rock band that formed in Seattle in 1990. Since its inception, the band's line-up has included Eddie Vedder (vocals), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), and Mike McCready (guitar). Together with such bands as Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, and Nirvana, Pearl Jam was part of the grunge rock scene that was centered in Seattle in…
ID Number:2013.71.25
Date:1998
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Seattle Helps the Hungry, "Give Just a Little," 45 record, DJ Records, 1985

This is a 1985 tribute record in which upwards of 75 artists and local celebrities came together and sang a song written and produced by David Perry, to support the Rainier Foundation in feeding the hungry in Seattle. The list of participants are on the front of the paper sleeve and the lyrics are on the back.
ID Number:2013.71.26
Date:1985
Image of LP record album, Queensrÿche,

LP record album, Queensrÿche, "The Warning," EMI America Records, 1984

Queensrÿche is a progressive heavy metal band that formed in 1982 in Bellevue, Washington. The band members consisted of vocalist Geoff Tate, guitarists Chris DeGarmo and Michael Wilton, bassist Eddie Jackson, and drummer Scott Rockenfield. Queensrÿche has sold over 20 million albums worldwide. While none of the singles from The Warning charted in the US, "Take Hold of the Flame"…
ID Number:2013.71.27
Date:1984
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