Soundgarden‘s surviving core lineup of Kim Thayil, Ben Shepherd, and Matt Cameron will take the stage together at Lumen Field in Seattle on September 9 for an NFL halftime show performance during the Seattle Seahawks versus New England Patriots game. Taylor Momsen of The Pretty Reckless fronts the band, with Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready joining alongside. Read the full story below. Continue reading
October 14, 2025,will see the release of the new book, Pearl Jam Live! 35 Years of Legendary Music and Revolutionary Shows. It was written by journalist Selena Fragassi, with a foreword by Local H’s Scott Lucas. Find out more below.
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Drummer Matt Cameron (Soundgarden, Nudedragons, 3rd Secret, Temple of the Dog, Wellwater Conspiracy, Skinyard, Hater) has exited Pearl Jam. He sat behind the kit for the band for 27 years, replacing Jack Irons (Red Hot Chili Peppers). He played on the last seven Pearl Jam studio albums, and 22 of the 23 live albums (official and unofficial) since 1998. He is a two-time Rock N Roll Hall of Famer with both Pearl Jam and now Soundgarden in 2025. A replacement has yet to be announced. Read statements from Matt and the band below.