Stone Gossard

The Profile

Stone Gossard is an American guitarist, songwriter, and founding member of Pearl Jam. A key figure in the Seattle scene, he previously played in Green River and Mother Love Bone, and took part in Temple of the Dog. He has been a member of Brad since 1992 and has released two solo albums: Bayleaf (2001) and Moonlander (2013).

Founding guitarist of Pearl Jam; associated with Green River, Mother Love Bone, Temple of the Dog, and Brad; American; active since the 1980s; solo albums include Bayleaf (2001) and Moonlander (2013).

Stone Gossard, American guitarist and Pearl Jam co-founder, is profiled through a positive review of his solo album Bayleaf (2001). The review notes Gossard’s roles in Green River, Mother Love Bone, Temple of the Dog, and Brad, and praises production with Pete Droge. Highlights include “Unhand Me” and the title track, recommended for Pearl Jam and grunge fans.