Did Matt Cameron Retire?

Yes, Did Retire

Matt Cameron

Music • Also known as: Matthew David Cameron, Foo Cameron III, Ted Dameron, MFC

Date of birth: November 28, 1962

Career started: January 1, 1975

When did Matt Cameron retire?

Matt Cameron did retire on July 7, 2025. Retired after 50 years

Why did Matt Cameron retire?

Matt Cameron retired from pearl jam in july 2025 after a legendary 50-year career in music.

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Biography

Matthew David Cameron (born November 28, 1962) is an American drummer and songwriter, best known for his work with Soundgarden and Pearl Jam. Cameron joined Soundgarden in 1986, contributing to all their studio albums and winning two Grammy Awards. After Soundgarden's initial breakup, he joined Pearl Jam in 1998, becoming their longest-serving drummer. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Pearl Jam in 2017 and with Soundgarden in 2025. Cameron is also known for his work with Temple of the Dog, Hater, Wellwater Conspiracy, and 3rd Secret. He retired from Pearl Jam in July 2025, concluding a 50-year career in music.

Teams/Organizations

Soundgarden (1986–1997, 2010–2017)
Pearl Jam (1998–2025)
Temple of the Dog
Bam Bam
Skin Yard
Hater
Wellwater Conspiracy
3rd Secret

Achievements

Drummer for Soundgarden (1986–1997, 2010–2017)
Drummer for Pearl Jam (1998–2025)
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee with Pearl Jam (2017) and Soundgarden (2025)
2× Grammy Award winner with Soundgarden
Ranked 52nd on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Drummers of All Time (2016)
Key member of Temple of the Dog, Hater, Wellwater Conspiracy, 3rd Secret