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Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Matt Cameron Denies He's Retired Following Exit From Pearl Jam
Matt Cameron might no longer be sitting behind the kit for Pearl Jam, but the decorated drummer has refuted the notion that he's officially retired. Cameron announced last week (July 7) that after more than a quarter century spent keeping the beat for the Seattle grunge icons, he had left the group. 'After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam,' he announced in a statement. More from Billboard Kesha Makes Chart-Topping Debut With New Album '. (Period)' Rauw Alejandro Gains Big: 'Carita Linda' Takes No. 1 Spot on Latin Airplay Chart Pusha T on Drake's 'What Did I Miss?': 'Just Not for Me' 'Much love and respect to Jeff [Ament], Ed [Vedder], Mike [McCready] and Stone [Gossard] for inviting me into the band in 1998 and for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, filled with friendships, artistry, challenges and laughter,' he added. 'I am forever grateful to the crew, staff and fans the world over. It's been an incredible journey. More to follow. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart.' However, while Cameron hasn't publicly detailed the reasons leading to his decision, he has however taken to social media to reveal he's far from done with the music game. As Rolling Stone reports, Cameron took to his Instagram account to share a since-expired Story that gave an update as to his current status. 'Thank you for the kind words of support,' he wrote, 'and for the record, I'm still an active musician.' Cameron joined Pearl Jam in 1998, serving as the drummer for every one of their albums from 2000's Binaural until 2024's Dark Matter. His joining the band occurred just one year after the initial dissolution of Soundgarden, with whom he had sat behind the kit since 1986. Having been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017 as a member of Pearl Jam, Cameron will become the latest two-time inductee upon Soundgarden's inclusion in November 2025. Though Soundgarden officially split for good following the passing of frontman Chris Cornell in 2017, Cameron has performed with his bandmates at various reunion performances since, including a December benefit gig under the moniker Nudedragons with vocalist Shaina Shepherd in December. Members of Soundgarden had also previously been announced as performers for the recent Back To The Beginning farewell concert for Ozzy Osbourne at Villa Park in Birmingham, England on July 5, though ultimately did not attend. 'We are very grateful to Tony, Ozzy, Geezer and Bill, as well as Sharon Osbourne and music director, Tom Morello for the honor and invitation to Soundgarden to perform at the Back to the Beginning festival!' a post on Soundgarden's official Instagram account read this week. 'We are super bummed and regret that we were unable to coordinate the schedules of our individual and collective projects to attend and contribute to the festival.' Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
USA Today
10 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Scotty Cameron Unveils Phantom Black Putters with Tour-Inspired Mallet Designs
Scotty Cameron's limited Phantom Black lineup brings tour-driven mallet designs in a sleek black finish. Gear: Scotty Cameron Phantom Black putters Price: $750 Specs: Tour Black PVD finish, 303 stainless steel body, 6061 aluminum components, chain-link face milling, performance-matched sole weights, Matador grip Available: July 25 (limited release through select Titleist accounts) Who it's for: Golfers who want a tour-inspired mallet with a sleek black finish, refined feedback, and customized alignment features. What you should know: The Phantom Black family includes four head shapes—5.5, 7, 9.2R and 11—featuring tour-specific modifications, including unique shaft bends, sight lines, and neck styles not found on the standard 2024 Phantom lineup. The Deep Dive: When Scotty Cameron introduced the updated Phantom mallets in early 2024, the focus was on stability, alignment and feedback. Those putters—models like the Phantom 5, 7, 9 and 11—delivered high-MOI performance through multi-material construction and showcased a modern look built around refined shaping and vibrant alignment lines. But if there was one thing missing for players who favor a stealthier aesthetic or prefer the tour-preferred look of a darker finish, it was the Tour Black treatment. That's exactly what golfers are getting now with the new Scotty Cameron Phantom Black putters—a limited-release collection of four Phantom models built with feedback from Tour pros and dressed in an all-black PVD finish. It's a follow-up to 2023's Triple Black blade release, but this time the spotlight is entirely on mallets. The Phantom Black family includes the Phantom Black 5.5, Phantom Black 7, Phantom Black 9.2R, and Phantom Black 11. Each head is precision milled from 303 stainless steel, with misted, anodized 6061 aluminum sole and flange components. While the original Phantom X putters had a dual-mill design like the Super Select putters Cameron had released a year before, the limited-edition Phantom Black putters have the same chain-link face milling pattern on the hitting area that Scotty debuted in the 2025 Studio Style blades that were released in January. The pattern reduces surface contact and provides a slightly softer sound and feel at impact—a detail tour players were looking for. Unlike the standard Phantom models from 2024, these putters incorporate custom setups inspired directly by the tour. The Phantom Black 5.5 retains the winged mid-mallet shape and jet neck from the standard version but gets a new sightline configuration. A left-handed version is also being offered in limited quantities, which is relatively rare in limited drops. The Phantom Black 7 features a unique double-bend shaft configuration designed for a player who want the look and feel of a plumbing neck with face-balanced performance. The Phantom 7 has always been known for its high MOI and easy alignment, but this version refines that with a more tour-driven shaft bend and alignment setup. Perhaps the most intriguing new offering is the Phantom Black 9.2R—a head shape that wasn't part of the 2024 retail launch. It's a completely new model created with rounded contours, a custom '009-inspired' plumber's neck that sits farther back toward the heel, and a single sightline. The shape and setup should appeal to players who want mallet-level forgiveness in a more compact profile that offers greater face awareness. Rounding out the group is the Phantom Black 11, a face-balanced, high-stability mallet with a mid-bend shaft and parallel alignment lines for easy aim. While the standard Phantom 11 was already one of the most forgiving putters in the 2024 lineup, the Phantom Black version sharpens the look with its all-black finish and muted aesthetic. Each putter comes with stainless steel heel-toe weights that allow the swing weight to be adjusted based on the putter's length (33-inch models come with 10g weights, 34-inch with 15g, and 35-inch with 20g). Every model comes standard with 3.5 degrees of loft, a 70-degree lie angle, a urethane-coated Matador grip, and a custom Phantom Black headcover. These are not simply rebranded Phantom X putters with a new paint job—they're small-batch, tour-influenced builds that represent what Scotty Cameron and his team deliver behind the ropes for the best players in the world. For golfers who want that experience and aesthetic in a mallet, the Phantom Black lineup delivers it in spades.
Pink Villa
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Matt Cameron Leaves Pearl Jam After 27 Years, Legendary Drummer Confirms He's Not Retiring
In news that has surprised fans around the world, Matt Cameron leaves Pearl Jam after 27 years, but says he is not retiring from music. The legendary drummer announced his decision on July 7, 2025, through an emotional Instagram post, marking the end of an era for the Pearl Jam band and its loyal fanbase. A key figure in Pearl Jam's history Matt Cameron joined Pearl Jam in 1998 after Soundgarden's initial split. He stepped in during the band's Yield tour and quickly became a steady force behind the drum kit. Over nearly three decades, Cameron played on every major Pearl Jam album from Binaural (2000) to their latest release Dark Matter (2024) as per Rolling Stone. His powerful and versatile drumming style blended seamlessly with the band's sound and helped Pearl Jam stay relevant for generations of rock fans. A heartfelt farewell message In his announcement, Cameron wrote, "After 27 amazing years, I took my final steps down from the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam… It's been an incredible ride. More to come." He thanked his bandmates Jeff Ament, Eddie Vedder, Mike McCready, and Stone Gossard for the years of music and friendship. Cameron also expressed gratitude to Pearl Jam's crew and fans worldwide for their support through the highs and lows. Pearl Jam shared their own words for Cameron, calling him a 'musical powerhouse' and praising his dedication and energy that shaped the band's live shows and studio work for so many years. Here's what we know about the future While fans worried he might be retiring, Cameron cleared up the rumors on Instagram stories: "Thank you for the kind words of support, and for the record, I'm still an active musician." This message from one of rock's Hall of Fame drummers reassured everyone that his musical career is far from over. So far, there is no word on who will replace Cameron as Pearl Jam's drummer. The band has not announced any new plans for touring or recording, leaving fans to wonder what's next for the Pearl Jam band without one of its most solid members. Matt Cameron's drumming legacy goes beyond Pearl Jam. He's a two-time Rock Hall of Fame inductee with both Soundgarden and Pearl Jam and was also part of Temple of the Dog, as per Rolling Stone. Many fans hope he may join old bandmates again, especially as Soundgarden's Kim Thayil recently suggested the band wants to finish an album using Chris Cornell's final recordings, something Cameron could be part of.
Economic Times
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Matt Cameron leaves Pearl Jam after 27 years, confirms he is not retiring
Matt Cameron, the iconic drummer, has announced his departure from Pearl Jam after 27 years, marking the end of an era. While his exit's reason remains undisclosed, Cameron clarified he's not retiring from music, hinting at future projects. His departure raises questions about Pearl Jam's future and potential involvement in Soundgarden's final album. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads In a development stunning the rock world, legendary drummer Matt Cameron announced on July 7, 2025, that he is leaving Pearl Jam after a remarkable 27-year tenure—but has firmly denied any rumors of retirement from music. The news marks the end of a major era for the band and its global who joined Pearl Jam in 1998 following the initial breakup of Soundgarden , officially revealed his departure through a heartfelt Instagram post. He wrote, 'After 27 amazing years, I took my final steps down from the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam… It's been an incredible ride. More to come'.The message expressed deep gratitude towards the band's members- Jeff Ament, Eddie Vedder, Mike McCready, and Stone Gossard- and acknowledged Pearl Jam's staff, crew, and fans worldwide. He thanked them for supporting him through decades marked by creative highs, challenges, and Cameron's statement offered no explanation for his exit, feeding speculation across the music community. However, all signs indicate his departure was amicable. Pearl Jam concluded their most recent North American arena tour in May, and Cameron's last show reportedly ended with a champagne toast and heartfelt embraces from his the days following the announcement, Cameron took to Instagram Stories to set the record straight: 'Thank you for the kind words of support, and for the record, I'm still an active musician'. This unequivocal statement quashed rumors that he was retiring from music altogether—a concern that had spread rapidly among fans. While he has not detailed his future plans, Cameron's active status suggests new projects could be on the Cameron's contributions to modern rock are immense. In addition to Pearl Jam, he is a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee: once with Soundgarden and again with Pearl played on legendary records for both bands, bringing a trademark power and versatility to tracks across Pearl Jam's discography from 2000's 'Binaural' to 2024's 'Dark Matter'.Cameron's pioneering drumming also shaped the sound of Soundgarden and the supergroup Temple of the Dog , further cementing his there are no indications as to who will succeed Cameron behind the drum kit for Pearl Jam. The band has not yet issued an official statement on the search for a new drummer or their future plans for touring and attention has returned to Cameron's earlier affiliations. Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil recently hinted at the group's interest in completing a final album featuring the late Chris Cornell's last vocal recordings, an endeavor fans hope Cameron may still contribute to.
Time of India
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Matt Cameron exits rock band Pearl Jam after 27 Years, confirms he's not retired
Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron has left the band after an incredible 27 years. Cameron confirmed the news last week, calling it his 'final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam.' While fans are still waiting to know why he left, Cameron made it clear that he is not done with music. On Instagram, he thanked fans for their support and added, 'I'm still an active musician.' That short message was enough to assure everyone that he has more music left in him, even though he didn't share any specific plans yet. Will Matt Cameron reunite with Soundgarden? Matt Cameron's departure has led many to speculate if he will now focus on Soundgarden. The surviving members have talked about completing an album using Chris Cornell's final vocal recordings. Matt Cameron has announced his departure from Pearl Jam. Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil said earlier this year that finishing the album would be a 'gift to the fans' and even to Chris Cornell himself. The band will also have a chance to reunite when Soundgarden gets inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on November 8. What happens to Pearl Jam now? Pearl Jam has not yet announced how they plan to replace Matt Cameron. Some fans are hoping for the return of former drummer Dave Abbruzzese, but he recently stated on Facebook that a reunion is unlikely. Abbruzzese mentioned there's been no personal contact and that 'the water under the bridge runs too deep.' Still, he posted a video playing his old drum part for 'Animal,' showing he still has the skills if the band ever changes their mind. For now, Pearl Jam's future without Matt Cameron remains uncertain.
