Drummer Matt Cameron has had an incredible music career over the last four decades, joining some of the biggest grunge bands of all time, including Soundgarden and Pearl Jam

The longtime drummer of the famous rock band announced his departure in July 2025, so what is his reason for leaving? Get updates on everything we know about it here.

Matt Cameron has departed from Pearl Jam. In a social media statement, the drummer announced he would be leaving the band after 27 years. “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,