Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron said Monday that he's leaving the band after nearly 30 years. The 62-year-old Cameron announced his departure in a social media post.

Matt Cameron will leave Pearl Jam after 27 years with the band. Cameron has been behind the drums for the Seattle-based band since 1998.

Jam band Goose will headline Hancher Auditorium's free fall welcome concert on Aug. 28. The concert starts at 8:20 p.m. on the Hancher Green, with pre-show activities beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron has announced he is leaving the band after nearly 30 years with the rock group.

AP Entertainment Writer — Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron said Monday that he’s leaving the band after nearly 30 years. The 62-year-old Cameron announced his departure in a social media post.

A member of the legendary band Pearl Jam announced he would be leaving the group after playing with them for 27 years.