“After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam,” shared Cameron in a statement. “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. Peace and Love, Matt Cameron.”
“From being one of our first musical heroes in the bands Skinyard 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,” said Pearl Jam in a separate 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.”
Cameron joined Pearl Jam in 1998 and first appeared on the group’s sixth studio album, 2000’s “Binaural”; upon his arrival, he was the fifth drummer in the band’s history following Dave Krusen, Matt Chamberlain, Dave Abbruzzese and Jack Irons.
Pearl Jam wrapped up its year-long “Dark Matter” tour – in support of the 2024 album of the same name – this spring; Cameron’s final show with the group was a May 18 performance at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA.
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