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American Music Award presented to drummer Dave Abbruzzese of Pearl Jam in 1996 at the height of their fame. The band was a cornerstone of the 1990's rock resurgence, and was recognized with this award in the category of Heavy Metal/Hard Rock. Award reads, ''Favorite Artist / Heavy Metal/Hard Rock / Pearl Jam / 1996''. Pearl Jam won the award for their third album, ''Vitalogy,'' which contains their hits ''Better Man,'' ''Last Exit'' and ''Bugs'' and has sold over five million copies in America despite the fact that the band refused to make any videos for its songs. Pearl Jam also won ''Favorite Alternative Artist'' in 1996, essentially sweeping their categories at the AMAs. Unlike the Grammys, which are determined by music industry insiders, the American Music Awards are based on record sales, airplay and video viewing. For this reason, it's even more spectacular that Pearl Jam won considering they didn't release videos or tour for this record. Though not playing with the band in 1996, drummer Dave Abbruzzese received this award as he played on ''Vitalogy.'' Pyramid shaped lucite award measures 14'' in total height on a 4.75'' x 4.75'' square base. Near fine. With LOA from individual to whom Abbruzzese sold the award.
Pearl Jam's ''American Music Award'' From 1996 -- at the Peak of Success for the Band That Largely Defined 90's Music
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