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Why Is Matt Cameron Leaving Pearl Jam? The Real Reason Behind His Exit

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.

The 62-year-old musician was credited for writing numerous songs for the group, including “Save You,” “The Fixer” and “You Are” and has been described by band members — presently Jeff Ament, Stone Gossard, Mike McCready and Eddie Vedder — as instrumental to their success. In their own statement, the members of Pearl Jam called Matt “one of our first musical heroes in the bands Skinyard and the mighty Soundgarden” and “a singular and true powerhouse of a musician and drummer.” “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,” Matt wrote in his message.

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