Who do you think/want/wish will replace Matt?

Glorified KC · July 7

I wish it to be Jack. But I got a feeling that’s all I can do is wish.

my_wave · July 7

This is just my opinion, but as far as touring, that could be anyone, but as far as recording and playing and writing new music and putting out new albums, Jack Irons forever!!! Who wouldn't want another album in the vein of Yield and No Code? Even if Jack just writes and records with the band I'd be happy. And if he can tour awesome, and if not then they have plenty of options for a touring drummer. But I would love to see Jack back in the studio and back as a member of the band again. They're just a different band with Jack. At the end of the day, Pearl Jam and drummers, what can you do?...

Go Beavers · July 7

Here’s a new one: Abe Laboriel Jr. He’s played with a ton of different artists and I was really enthralled when he played with Ed and the Earthlings at Ohana.

kmcmanus · July 7

Best guess? Stuverud. Personal preference? Weiss

Gern Blansten · July 7

Habit4me said:

Gern Blansten said:

Habit4me said:

Are we all forgetting how many songs PJ has in their catalog and how hard it must be as a new drummer coming into a band like PJ to just "pick up where things were left".

If any new drummer eventually does come into the mix, it's going to take years for them to be able to just wing setlists like they've been used to doing their entire career.

Because of that, I think they sadly go the route of festivals playing the "hits" and then splash in a few songs from their new album with the new drummer.

It's an end of an era.

A new drummer will learn the songs just fine.

For sure. Black, Alive, Even Flow, Daughter, Betterman etc etc.

well yeah....collectively they don't play many songs live so there would be no need to know the whole catalog anyway.

Gern Blansten · July 7

on2legs said:

Get_Right said:

lastexitlondon said:

Zak Starkey.
But honestly I think there won't be a replacement

That is my take. They might be done touring.

I highly doubt this for 2 reasons:

1. There’s no way they let Matt announce he is leaving the band and THEN stop touring. That would set Matt up unfairly to be the fall guy for why the band stopped touring. They would never do that to him.

2. Pearl Jam’s statement refers to Matt’s time in the band as an important chapter. That implies there is more to the story for the band.

Agreed...it's pretty apparent that they knew Pitt was his last show. They aren't done yet.

yanknuck · July 7

I'd love to see Zak Starkey, but that's probably unrealistic

GB281198 · July 7

The more I think about it I don't see them getting a full time member of the band. I'm thinking probably someone just for live performances. Josh Freese has proven he could do that with the Foo fighters. He would be a strong candidate.

Go Animal · July 7

Love Josh Freese.

It won't be Josh Freese.

jazzbo26 · July 7

DL136722 said:

My money is on Matt Chamberlain as well! Another MC that has a good history with the guys.

Agree

southernmanfan · July 7

I think any of the afore-mentioned drummers would be good but this clearly is an end of an era no matter what they decide to do.

I can’t help but feel a sense of sadness and loss.

julieooliern · July 7

Anyone that will keep them touring 🙏🩷

yellowledbecca · July 7

Shaindli1 said:

Too soon.

Came here to say this.

jazzbo26 · July 7

Strange that this happened today. My son and I went to see This is Spinal Tap in the theater last night. 😂

BrainofBGA · July 7

I’ve never played but I’m willing to learn and happy to give it a good old fashioned crack. 🥁

tschav · July 7

Meg White's well rested...

P34RL J4MM3R · July 7

Ok, here goes.

Stuverud - I think he makes the most sense. Has a relationship with Jeff. Solid Floor, limited upside.
Brad Wilk - I love this idea. RATM is on the "tour every 5 year plan", so it should work. He can make it work, large upside.
Josh Freese - I love the idea of this. Most upside, a supreme talent like Matt, has done it all. His time in Foos came to a premature end, he just doesn't seem to be worth the headache he seems to be. For that reason I don't think he is on the short list.
Here's a new one Ilan Rubin - Also a RNR HOF'er. Like Wilk, NIN is also on a tour every 5 years model. If you aren't seeing NIN on their summer tour starting in August, you may never see them again. He's obviously ready for the big time and would be an amazing addition.
Janet Weiss - No Thank you.

Of course Jack Irons or the Dave's would be instantly accepted, no questions asked.

Ledbetterman10 · July 7

I’d like to see them go the Primus route. Not necessarily having an Interstellar Drum Derby (though that’d be awesome), but finding a younger guy that’s a pro’s pro musician and a fan of the band.