An iconic ‘90s rock band might be looking for a brand new drummer after the exit of its longtime stickman.
Matt Cameron introduced through Instagram Monday that he has left Pearl Jam after virtually three a long time with the group.
“After 27 implausible years, I’ve taken my remaining steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam,” the publish learn. “A lot love and respect to Jeff, Ed, Mike and Stone for inviting me into the band in 1998 and for giving me the chance of a lifetime, stuffed with friendships, artistry, challenges and laughter.”
The drummer didn’t give a selected purpose for his departure.
Cameron has been with the band since drummer Jack Irons left in 1998.
Bandmates Mike McCready (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), Stone Gossard (guitar) and Eddie Vedder (vocals) expressed their gratitude for Cameron’s contribution to the group in a separate publish.
“He has propelled the final 27 years of Pearl Jam reside exhibits and studio recordings. It was a deeply essential chapter for our group and we want him nicely at all times,” the publish learn. “He might be deeply missed and is ceaselessly our pal in artwork and music. We love you Matt.”
Cameron, a San Diego native, moved to Seattle in 1983 and commenced taking part in within the grunge rock scene as a part of bands like Bam Bam and Pores and skin Yard. He joined Soundgarden in 1986 and lasted for a bit of over a decade earlier than the group break up. Cameron then started working with Pearl Jam earlier than changing into a mainstay within the group.
The longtime drummer additionally collaborated with Zach Hill and Janet Weiss for the album “Drumgasm” (2013) and launched his solo album “Cavedweller” in 2017.
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