From Rolling Stone · Andy Greene · · 1m 10s
Pearl Jam Unveils New Drummer at Ohana Festival
Pearl Jam reveals new drummer at Ohana Festival this weekend.
In brief
Pearl Jam reveals new drummer at Ohana Festival this weekend. Pearl Jam will announce their new drummer at the Ohana Festival in Dana Point, California on September 27, 2026. Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
Pearl Jam to reveal new drummer
Pearl Jam will unveil their new drummer at the Ohana Festival in Dana Point, California on September 27, 2026.
Drummer slot open since July 2025
The band has had an open drummer slot since Matt Cameron’s amicable departure in July 2025.
Stone Gossard on mystery
Stone Gossard said, 'It’s our mystery wrapped in an enigma,' and we’re relishing in it right now.
“It’s our mystery wrapped in an enigma”
Fan speculation ongoing
Hardcore Pearl Jam fans have spent months feverishly speculating about who the new drummer might be.
Josh Freese as possible choice
Josh Freese has played with Foo Fighters, Weezer, Devo, Sublime, Nine Inch Nails, Guns N’ Roses, and the Offspring, plus over 400 albums.
Josh Freese pros and cons
Pros: He’s a pro’s pro who could effortlessly take the baton from Matt Cameron. Cons: His Foo Fighters tenure lasted just two years.
The headline
Pearl Jam will announce their new drummer at the Ohana Festival in Dana Point, California on September 27, 2026.
