Abe Laboriel Jr. fills in as Pearl Jam drummer at Ohana Festival
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At Ohana Festival on September 25, Abe Laboriel Jr., best known as Paul McCartney’s longtime drummer, filled the drum kit for Pearl Jam in their first live show since Matt Cameron’s July 2025 departure. The band performed a Pearl Jam set beginning with "Corduroy" and including songs from 2024’s Dark Matter, while Vedder introduced Laboriel as "filling in tonight." It is not yet clear whether Laboriel will be a permanent replacement. Pearl Jam are due to headline Ohana again on September 27, and the appearance poses immediate questions about the band’s touring lineup.
Abe Laboriel Jr. performed as Pearl Jam's drummer at Ohana Festival.
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Matt Cameron left Pearl Jam in July 2025 after 27 years with the band. Abe Laboriel Jr. has worked with Paul McCartney since 2001 and has filled in for Vedder before. The band may announce a permanent drummer or use more guest players for…
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