Tom Waits’ 1998 Concert Video Featuring Eddie Vedder Released on YouTube

Los Angeles, CA — After nearly three decades, a video from the historic ‘Not in Our Name: Dead Man Walking – The Concert’ is now available on YouTube. The footage features Tom Waits performing alongside Eddie Vedder, Ani DiFranco, and other prominent artists in a 1998 benefit concert aimed at raising awareness against the death penalty.

The concert took place in Los Angeles in 1998, following the 1995 theatrical release of ‘Dead Man Walking’ and its accompanying soundtrack. The concert footage was partially included in the 2006 Legacy Edition of the soundtrack but notably excluded Waits’ full performance, much to the disappointment of fans.

The newly released video, which runs just under ten minutes, showcases three songs from Waits’ set: ‘Gun Street Girl,’ ‘Goin’ Out West,’ and ‘Innocent When You Dream.’ The latter served as the concert’s closing number and featured The Doors’ John Densmore on tambourine, with Vedder, DiFranco, Steve Earle, and actor Tim Robbins providing backing vocals.

This release marks a significant moment for fans of both Tom Waits and Eddie Vedder, as it represents their only known collaboration. The concert was organized to spotlight the ongoing discussions regarding the morality of the death penalty—a topic that remains relevant today.

Video availability is credited to a fan channel dedicated to Waits, bringing this long-sought footage to a new generation of viewers. As the preservation of such historical performances becomes increasingly significant, this release will allow many to experience the unique blend of artistry from Waits and his contemporaries.

The concert was also notable for its comprehensive lineup, which included prominent figures such as Eddie Vedder, Jeff Ament, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Lyle Lovett, Ani DiFranco, and Steve Earle. However, despite the lack of Waits’ performance in previous releases, the concert’s legacy continues to resonate among fans and advocates for social justice.

For those interested in exploring further, the original ‘Dead Man Walking’ soundtrack featured collaborations like Vedder’s work with Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan on tracks such as ‘The Face of Love’ and a reworked version of ‘Long Road’ titled ‘The Long Road.’ In addition, fans can look forward to more releases from the concert series in the future, as interest in this historical moment continues to grow.