MusicMatt Cameron is no longer Pearl Jam drummer: ‘Eternally grateful’

After 27 years, Matt Cameron ceases to be the drummer of Pearl Jam. The decision was announced by the musician himself in publication on social networks.

Cameron, now 62, joined the group of Eddie Vedder (voice), Jeff Ament (low), Stone Gossard (guitar) and Mike McCready (guitar) in 1998. At the time, the band he was part, the Soundgardenhad crumbled. Its future partners had lost Jack Ironsmember since 1994.

In all, Matt recorded seven albums with Pearl Jam. They are: Binural (2000), Riot act (2002), Pearl Jam (2006), Backspace (2009), Lightning Bolt (2013), Gigaton (2020) and Dark Matter (2024).

In a statement on the networks, Matt only informs his departure and celebrates the achievements with his colleagues. No reason for breaking is presented.

Initially, he says:

“After 27 years fantastic, I took my final steps to the drums riser of the great Pearl Jam. A lot of love and respect for Jeff, Ed, Mike and Stone for inviting me to the band in 1998 and for giving me the opportunity for a life, filled with friendships, artistic vocation, challenges and laughs.”

Then complements:

“I will be forever grateful to the team and fans around the world. It was an amazing journey. There is more to come. Thanks to everyone at the bottom of my heart.”

Pearl Jam after departure from Matt Cameron

Matt Cameron’s replacement is not yet known. Pearl Jam has only one show scheduled: September 26 at the Ohana Festival in the United States.

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