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Pearl Jam features Abe Laboriel Jr. on drums at Ohana Festival
Pearl Jam has featured Abe Laboriel Jr. on drums during recent performances at the Ohana Festival in California, sparking speculation regarding the band's permanent lineup. Laboriel Jr., who has been the longtime drummer for Paul McCartney, performed during both a surprise set with frontman Eddie Vedder and the band's headlining appearance.
While the appearance has led many to believe Laboriel Jr. is the official successor to Matt Cameron, who departed the group last year after a 27-year tenure, frontman Eddie Vedder clarified in a social media message that Laboriel Jr. was “sitting in on drums for PJ.” Vedder expressed deep gratitude to both Laboriel and McCartney for the collaboration, noting that Laboriel is “extraordinary at his craft.”
Bassist Jeff Ament previously indicated that the band had identified a top candidate for the role, but no official permanent appointment has been announced. The band's performances at the festival marked their first live shows since Cameron's departure.
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Abe Laboriel Jr. · Eddie Vedder · Matt Cameron · Ohana Fest · Paul McCartney · Pearl Jam
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The set included 15 songs, including covers of The Who and the Dead Boys. klaq.com · loudwire.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Abe Laboriel Jr. joined Pearl Jam during a surprise set at Ohana Fest. klaq.com · loudwire.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The performance was the band's first show since drummer Matt Cameron left the group. klaq.com · loudwire.com