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  • ComeToTX
    ComeToTX Austin Posts: 8,068
    Thank you, Matt!

    Also, if this was ogoing to lead to the end of the band wouldn't they just announce the band was done now?
    This show, another show, a show here and a show there.
  • JG242853
    JG242853 Posts: 233
    Ugh this is brutal. He was perfect for the band.  I only saw one show in '96 with Jack, so Matt has always felt like the THE drummer. 
    Would they bring back Krusen? Seems they've maintained a good relationship with him, and he may still be up for touring...

    I just hope its not done.  
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  • DL136722
    DL136722 Not sure... Posts: 724
    Sad news indeed, MFC is an absolute monster on the kit but I agree with others on here saying they'll continue.  They wouldn't make this sort of announcement for one person leaving if the whole thing was over.  Hindsight being 20/20, sort of saw this coming when Stone was asked about the shorter setlists post covid and he said something about Ed's voice and how the longer shows affect Matt physically. I was lucky enough to meet him after Soundgarden's show at The Palladium in Worcester 2013, I was able to get a drumstick, he signed it for me, I could be barely talk since I was completely star struck, he was cool, realized I was in shock and was very nice.  I've been very lucky to meet many of my rock heroes, normally I'm relaxed but he was one of the few that made me check my underwear afterwards.

    On a personal note though, you hear Matt on Soundgarden albums then on PJ albums, sometimes I think they never used him to his maximum/full capabilities.  I understand they're two different bands but my gut tells me they didn't fully utilize him as they could/should.  I love his song, "Get It Back", one of the best PJ songs, feels like the younger sibling to Present Tense, sort of has a new meaning now.  He'll be sorely missed but the band will go on, at their age, they're not going to tour that much anyways.  

    Josh stepping in makes complete sense and with enough time, he'll be able to learn all the material, he's so talented.  The Foos haven't officially announced a new drummer, I wonder if Grohl made an offer he couldn't refuse especially if PJ doesn't plan on touring in the foreseeable future.  Matt recently mentioned on Drumeo, albeit in a joking manner that drumming for PJ and Soundgarden at the same time was tough and wasn't the wisest decision, if he ends up being the drummer for the Foos, maybe he doesn't want to deal with that but who knows.  Hopefully more info will be available as time goes on.
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  • Lost In Ohio
    Lost In Ohio Posts: 7,260
    JedBert said:
    Became a PJ fan right before Matt joined for the '98 tour so he's the only drummer I've ever "known" and this feels a little heartbreaking. Love you Matt! I hope you have an amazing time with whatever comes next.

    LO2L was the first PJ album that I bought and Elderly Woman (from that one) was the song that got me hooked, although I was aware of Alive and Immortality on the radio before that. I was merely a teen when I bought LO2L so yeah, I wasn't paying too much attention to things like that, I guess.
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  • Bentleyspop
    Bentleyspop Craft Beer Brewery, Colorado Posts: 11,457
    Thanks Matt for holding down the bottom

  • nicknyr15
    nicknyr15 Posts: 9,261
    I’m available. Just saying. 😂
  • lastexitlondon
    lastexitlondon Posts: 14,915
    nicknyr15 said:
    I’m available. Just saying. 😂
    You got my vote


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  • Merkin Baller
    Merkin Baller Posts: 12,813
    edited July 7
    Mike & Matt's wives were hanging side stage together at Nashville 2, and Ed gave them a shout out & some words of appreciation... it seemed *a little* odd at the time... in hindsight, it doesn't seem odd at all. 
  • Gern Blansten
    Gern Blansten Mar-A-Lago Posts: 22,250
    DL136722 said:
    Sad news indeed, MFC is an absolute monster on the kit but I agree with others on here saying they'll continue.  They wouldn't make this sort of announcement for one person leaving if the whole thing was over.  Hindsight being 20/20, sort of saw this coming when Stone was asked about the shorter setlists post covid and he said something about Ed's voice and how the longer shows affect Matt physically. I was lucky enough to meet him after Soundgarden's show at The Palladium in Worcester 2013, I was able to get a drumstick, he signed it for me, I could be barely talk since I was completely star struck, he was cool, realized I was in shock and was very nice.  I've been very lucky to meet many of my rock heroes, normally I'm relaxed but he was one of the few that made me check my underwear afterwards.

    On a personal note though, you hear Matt on Soundgarden albums then on PJ albums, sometimes I think they never used him to his maximum/full capabilities.  I understand they're two different bands but my gut tells me they didn't fully utilize him as they could/should.  I love his song, "Get It Back", one of the best PJ songs, feels like the younger sibling to Present Tense, sort of has a new meaning now.  He'll be sorely missed but the band will go on, at their age, they're not going to tour that much anyways.  

    Josh stepping in makes complete sense and with enough time, he'll be able to learn all the material, he's so talented.  The Foos haven't officially announced a new drummer, I wonder if Grohl made an offer he couldn't refuse especially if PJ doesn't plan on touring in the foreseeable future.  Matt recently mentioned on Drumeo, albeit in a joking manner that drumming for PJ and Soundgarden at the same time was tough and wasn't the wisest decision, if he ends up being the drummer for the Foos, maybe he doesn't want to deal with that but who knows.  Hopefully more info will be available as time goes on.
    yeah I have been wondering if Get it Back might be their best....really great song that doesn't get any attention

    He is one of a kind for sure. Dude can write, play guitar, sing, etc.
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  • jonathanriver
    jonathanriver Posts: 3
    I remember when he join the band thinking it was a perfect full circle moment. From recording the Stone Gossard Demos to the Dark Matter tour, Matt is one of my favourite drummers. Thanks for everything. Hoping to see the next chapter of Pearl Jam.

  • Of The Aggie
    Of The Aggie The ATX Posts: 1,550
    The wording of the announcement made me think that he is moving on to something else. If he was just retiring he would've said so. Saying that more is to come means he is waiting to make some sort of announcement. Could Soundgarden be reforming with a new singer? I don't know about the Foo Fighters given his comments after Taylor's death that he then had to walk back. Maybe something totally new?
  • Get_Right
    Get_Right Posts: 14,134
    I am afraid this not just the end of Matt, but of the band's live shows. How do you replace Matt Cameron? Answer: you don't. Anything else will feel contrived. That's just me.
  • demetrios
    demetrios Posts: 97,529
    jonathanriver said:
    Thanks for everything. Hoping to see the next chapter of Pearl Jam.

  • Croos1226
    Croos1226 philly burbs Posts: 346
    Thank you MFC! For all the years of rubbery arms after shows because of the air drumming. You will be missed! Take care of yourself!
  • Gern Blansten
    Gern Blansten Mar-A-Lago Posts: 22,250
    Get_Right said:
    I am afraid this not just the end of Matt, but of the band's live shows. How do you replace Matt Cameron? Answer: you don't. Anything else will feel contrived. That's just me.
    Everything will be just fine
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  • Spartanacus
    Spartanacus Oviedo, FL Posts: 940
    Anybody got Dave A's cell number?
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  • OceanSoul71
    OceanSoul71 Posts: 135
    PJ_Soul said:
    pearlhawk said:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-yP_4K5eyo&list=RDo-yP_4K5eyo&start_radio=1

    The final toast.

    Oh yeah, look at that. They totally knew. 
    that was historical
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  • Merkin Baller
    Merkin Baller Posts: 12,813
    They planned an indefinite hiatus after the best 12 months they've had in at least 9 years... I think they've known about Matt's planned departure for a lot longer than anyone is considering. 
  • DM282158
    DM282158 Beverly, MA Posts: 658
    Merkin Baller said:
    They planned an indefinite hiatus after the best 12 months they've had in at least 9 years... I think they've known about Matt's planned departure for a lot longer than anyone is considering. 
    Full agree
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