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Pearl Jam Drummer Matt Cameron Leaves Band After 27 Years
Matt Cameron, the longest-tenured drummer of Pearl Jam, is leaving the group, he and the band announced on social media on Monday. 'After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam,' Cameron wrote. 'Much love and respect to Jeff, Ed, Mike and Stone for inviting me into the band in 1998 and for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, filled with friendships, artistry, challenges and laughter. 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.' More from The Hollywood Reporter Lauryn Hill Performs Strongly in Nearly Empty Stadium Until 3:37 a.m. After Essence Festival Runs Way Behind "Shape of You" Is Apple Music's Most-Played Song The Best Moments From Ozzy Osbourne's Back to the Beginning Farewell Concert Cameron had first served as drummer for fellow legendary grunge band Soundgarden from 1986 until the band broke up in 1997 (and from 2010 until 2017 when the band reunited), joining Pearl Jam in 1998. He's been the Drummer on all of Pearl Jam's records since Binaural in 2000. Cameron is a two-time inductee in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for his work with both bands. In a statement, Pearl Jam called Cameron 'one of our first musical heroes,' citing his work with Soundgarden as well as with grunge band Skin Yard. Pearl Jam didn't include any details about a potential replacement. 'Matt Cameron has been a singular and true powerhouse of a musician and drummer,' Pearl Jam said in a statement. 'He has propelled the last 27 years of Pearl Jam live shows and studio recordings. It was a deeply important chapter for our group and we wish him well always. He will be deeply missed and is forever our friend in art and music. We love you Matt.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter From 'Party in the U.S.A.' to 'Born in the U.S.A.': 20 of America's Most Patriotic (and Un-Patriotic) Musical Offerings Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025
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First Post
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron says he's leaving the band after nearly 30 years
The 62-year-old Cameron announced his departure in a social media post. read more Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron said Monday that he's leaving the band after nearly 30 years. The 62-year-old Cameron announced his departure in a social media post. 'After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam,' Cameron said. 'Much love and respect to Jeff, Ed, Mike and Stone for inviting me into the band in 1998 and for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, filled with friendships, artistry, challenges and laughter.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Cameron didn't give a reason for his departure. 'Matt Cameron has been a singular and true powerhouse of a musician and drummer. He has propelled the last 27 years of Pearl Jam live shows and studio recordings. It was a deeply important chapter for our group and we wish him well always,' Pearl Jam members said in a statement posted to the band's social media accounts. They made no mention of a replacement. Cameron, who played drums for Soundgarden for more than a decade before joining Pearl Jam, was not a founding member of the band and didn't play drums for the early albums that made them rock superstars. But he provided some much-needed stability at the drum kit after the band had gone through four others since its inception. He first joined in 1998 as a temporary replacement for Jack Irons, playing on a long tour before making his studio debut with the group on 2000's 'Binaural.' He just finished a yearlong tour with the band in support of its 12th studio album, 'Dark Matter.' Cameron was born and raised in San Diego before moving to Seattle shortly before its music scene became a global phenomenon. He played in proto-grunge band Skin Yard before joining Soundgarden. He did double duty with Pearl Jam and a reunited Soundgarden from 2010 to 2017.
NBC News
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron to leave band after nearly 30 years
Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron said Monday that he's leaving the band after nearly 30 years. The 62-year-old Cameron announced his departure in a social media post. "After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam," Cameron said. "Much love and respect to Jeff, Ed, Mike and Stone for inviting me into the band in 1998 and for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, filled with friendships, artistry, challenges and laughter." Cameron didn't give a reason for his departure. "Matt Cameron has been a singular and true powerhouse of a musician and drummer. He has propelled the last 27 years of Pearl Jam live shows and studio recordings. It was a deeply important chapter for our group and we wish him well always," Pearl Jam members said in a statement posted to the band's social media accounts. They made no mention of a replacement. Cameron, who played drums for Soundgarden for more than a decade before joining Pearl Jam, was not a founding member of the band and didn't play drums for the early albums that made them rock superstars. But he provided some much-needed stability at the drum kit after the band had gone through four others since its inception. He first joined in 1998 as a temporary replacement for Jack Irons, playing on a long tour before making his studio debut with the group on 2000's "Binaural." He just finished a yearlong tour with the band in support of its 12th studio album, "Dark Matter." Cameron was born and raised in San Diego before moving to Seattle shortly before its music scene became a global phenomenon. He played in proto-grunge band Skin Yard before joining Soundgarden. He did double duty with Pearl Jam and a reunited Soundgarden from 2010 to 2017.
The Herald Scotland
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron steps down from band after 27 years
Vocalist Eddie Vedder, bassist Jeff Ament, and guitarists Mike McCready and Stone Gossard, said the drummer would be 'deeply missed' in a message to Pearl Jam's social media pages. 'After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam,' Cameron said in a social media post on Monday. 'Much love and respect to Jeff, Ed, Mike and Stone for inviting me into the band in 1998 and for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, one filled with friendships, artistry, challenges and laughter. 'I am forever grateful to the crew, staff and fans the world over. It's been an incredible journey. More to follow. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.' The band said: 'From being one of our first musical heroes in the bands Skin Yard and the mighty Soundgarden, to playing on our first demos in 1990, Matt Cameron has been a singular and true powerhouse of a musician and drummer. 'He has propelled the last 27 years of Pearl Jam live shows and studio recordings. 'It was a deeply important chapter for our group and we wish him well always. He will be deeply missed and is forever our friend in art and music. We love you Matt.' The band, who blend classic rock with grunge and 1980s punk, were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2017. Last year, they released their 12th studio album, Dark Matter, which peaked at number two on the UK albums chart.
Leader Live
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron steps down from band after 27 years
The US rock band, known for songs including Spin The Black Circle and Alive, formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1990, with Cameron joining in 1998 following the break up of rock group Soundgarden. Vocalist Eddie Vedder, bassist Jeff Ament, and guitarists Mike McCready and Stone Gossard, said the drummer would be 'deeply missed' in a message to Pearl Jam's social media pages. 'After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam,' Cameron said in a social media post on Monday. A post shared by Matt Cameron (@themattcameron) 'Much love and respect to Jeff, Ed, Mike and Stone for inviting me into the band in 1998 and for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, one filled with friendships, artistry, challenges and laughter. 'I am forever grateful to the crew, staff and fans the world over. It's been an incredible journey. More to follow. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.' The band said: 'From being one of our first musical heroes in the bands Skin Yard and the mighty Soundgarden, to playing on our first demos in 1990, Matt Cameron has been a singular and true powerhouse of a musician and drummer. 'He has propelled the last 27 years of Pearl Jam live shows and studio recordings. 'It was a deeply important chapter for our group and we wish him well always. He will be deeply missed and is forever our friend in art and music. We love you Matt.' The band, who blend classic rock with grunge and 1980s punk, were inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2017. Last year, they released their 12th studio album, Dark Matter, which peaked at number two on the UK albums chart.
