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Matthew David Cameron (born November 28, 1962 in San Diego, California) is an American drummer best known as the drummer in Soundgarden and Pearl Jam.
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Background information | |
Birth name | Matthew David Cameron |
Also known as | Foo Cameron Ted Dameron[1] |
Born | San Diego, California, U.S. | November 28, 1962
Genres | Alternative rock, grunge, hard rock |
Occupation(s) | Musician, Songwriter |
Instruments | Drums, vocals |
Years active | 1975–present |
Labels | J, Monkey Wrench, Cruz, Sub Pop, SST, A&M, C/Z, Third Gear, Epic, Time Bomb, TVT, Megaforce |
In September 1986, Matt Cameron had become so popular in the local Seattle music scene that he was chosen to play for Soundgarden. He replaced drummer Scott Sundquist. Cornell said, "When I first met Matt, he was already the best drummer in town...He just seemed very confident and well-adjusted."[2]
He also worked briefly with The Smashing Pumpkins. In 1998, he played drums for Pearl Jam's Yield Tour. Later he joined the band as a permanent member.
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