US EditionPearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron says he’s leaving the band after nearly 30 years
SEATTLE, JUL 7 – Matt Cameron, inducted twice into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, ends his 27-year tenure with Pearl Jam, leaving the band to face a major transition without their longtime drummer.
- Matt Cameron, longtime drummer for Pearl Jam and Soundgarden, announced on July 7, 2025, that he is leaving Pearl Jam after 27 years.
- Cameron became a member of Pearl Jam in 1998, stepping in for Jack Irons, who departed the band because of health-related reasons, after being invited by Jeff Ament, Eddie Vedder, Mike McCready, and Stone Gossard.
- Cameron described his time with Pearl Jam as a journey filled with friendships, artistry, challenges, and laughter, and he expressed deep gratitude to fans, crew, and staff worldwide.
- In his announcement, Cameron expressed that after 27 incredible years, he has concluded his time performing with Pearl Jam, while the band described his contribution as a profoundly significant period and extended their best wishes for his future.
- Pearl Jam has not announced a replacement, and Cameron did not reveal plans after departure, marking the end of an era for one of grunge's biggest bands still touring their Grammy-nominated 2024 album Dark Matter.
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Drummer Matt Cameron Leaves Pearl Jam After 27 Years
Pearl Jam's longtime drummer, Matt Cameron, is exiting the band after 27 years. The musician made the announcement Monday on social media. "After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam," Cameron wrote on Instagram. "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, chall…
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