US EditionPearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron says he’s leaving the band after nearly 30 years
PITTSBURGH, UNITED STATES, JUL 7 – Matt Cameron, Pearl Jam’s longest-serving drummer, leaves after 27 years, concluding with the 2024 Dark Matter album and world tour, with no reason disclosed yet.
- On Monday, July 7, 2025, drummer Matt Cameron announced he is leaving Pearl Jam after 27 years with the band.
- Cameron joined Pearl Jam in 1998 after replacing Jack Irons, following his earlier start with Soundgarden in 1986 and work on Pearl Jam's 1990 demos.
- Since joining Pearl Jam in 1998, he played on all their albums—including the 2024 Grammy-nominated Dark Matter—and supported the band through numerous tours and studio sessions.
- Cameron announced his departure from Pearl Jam after nearly three decades with the band, expressing his deep appreciation for his bandmates, crew, and fans.
- Pearl Jam praised Cameron as a singular powerhouse and friend who will be deeply missed, has not named a replacement, and noted he will perform with Soundgarden at the 2025 Hall of Fame ceremony.
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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…
Beater Matt Cameron leaves Pearl Jam after 27 years.
Pearl Jam Loses 27-Year Member
Pearl Jam has its first defection in 27 years. Drummer Matt Cameron announced Monday that he's leaving the band he saw through its infancy. He played on Pearl Jam's early demos in 1990, even before frontman Eddie Vedder got involved, but his commitment to the band Soundgarden meant he couldn't...
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