Resigning From Pearl Hours, Matt Cameron Makes Sure He Doesn't Want To Retire

JAKARTA - Matt Cameron has declared his resignation from his position as drummer for Pearl Jam, but he denies the assumption that the decision was taken because of his desire to retire.

As is known, Cameron officially left Pearl Jam on July 7. He ended his journey with the Seattle grunge icon after 27 years.

"After a fantastic 27 years, I have taken my final step on the drum stage for the powerful Pearl Jam," Cameron said, citing an Instagram post caption, Friday, July 18.

"A lot of love and respect for Jeff (Ament), Ed (Vedder), Mike (McCready), and Stone (Gossard) for inviting me to the band in 1998 and giving me a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, which is full of friendship, art, challenges, and laughter," he added. "I am forever grateful to the crew, staff and fans around the world. This is an extraordinary journey. There will be further news. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart."

Cameron did not publicly reveal the reasons behind his decision, but through another statement on Instagram Story, the 62-year-old drummer said it was far from the word musical pension.

"Thank you for the support. And for the record, I'm still an active musician," said Cameron, answering the assumption briefly and firmly.

Along with Matt Cameron's statement, Pearl Jam also made a statement on the official Instagram account, saying the drummer had played a role in forming an important chapter in the band's journey.

From being one of our first music heroes in the great band Skinyard and Soundgarden, to playing in our first demo in 1990, Matt Cameron has been an amazing and extraordinary musician and drummer. He has spurred live performances and recordings of Pearl Jam studios over the past 27 years. It was a very important chapter for our group and we always wish him all the best." Pearl Jam wrote.

"He will be missed a lot and will always be our friend in art and music. We love you Matt."

During his time as Pearl Jam drummer, Matt Cameron was involved in seven studio albums, ranging from 'Binaural' in 2000 to 'Dark Matter' which was released in April 2024.