 NEW YORK (Pearl Jam Official/Amazon Websites) - With Pearl Jam now free from their Epic/Sony contract, it looks like the band is exploring new approaches to reaching their audience. Their latest CD single, " Man Of The Hour" from the "Big Fish" soundtrack, will be available directly to consumers through the on-line retailer Amazon.com. The move makes Pearl Jam the most mainstream act to take part in Amazon.com's Advantage for Music Program, which is generally used by unknown independent acts to sell music directly to fans. While independent acts have often utilized this site, it's the first time a mainstream act has taken the step. "Man of the Hour" is Pearl Jam's first self-released material. The song was written and recorded for Tim Burton's upcoming film "Big Fish." The CD single is available for $5.00 at Amazon.com. Pearl Jam has tentative plans to record a new studio album next year and is weighing distribution options.
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