Matthew David Cameron, better known as Matt Cameron, is a well-known American musician. He is well-known for his work as a drummer for Pearl Jam. He began with Seattle, Skin Yard, and Bam Bam before becoming known as Soundgarden’s drummer.
In his eleven years with Soundgarden (1986-1997), he appeared on every studio album released by the band. Following the band’s dissolution in 1997, he joined Pearl Jam in 1998 and became a permanent member of the band group. Cameron was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Pearl Jam on April 7, 2012.
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name: | Matt Cameron |
| Real Name/Full Name: | Matt Cameron |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 61 years old |
| Birth Date: | November 28, 1962 |
| Birth Place: | San Diego, California, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Height: | 5 ft 10 inches |
| Weight: | 80 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | April Acevez |
| Children/Kids (Son and Daughter): | Yes (Josie Cameron, Ray Cameron) |
| Dating/Girlfriend (Name): | N/A |
| Is Matt Cameron Gay?: | No |
| Profession: | Musician, Songwriter, Drummer, Singer |
| Salary: | NA |
| Net Worth in 2024: | $80 Million |
Matt Cameron Biography
Matt Cameron was born and raised in the city of San Diego, California. As a child, he began playing the drums at an early age. He and his classmates were members of the cover band “Kiss.” He was only thirteen years old at the time. Cameron graduated from Bonita Vista High School. Cameron sang the song “Puberty Love” in 1978, which was featured in the film Attack of the Killer Tomatoes. Cameron has one older brother, Pete.
Matt Cameron Age, Height, Weight
Matt Cameron was born on November 28, 1962, and is 61 years old as of 2024. He stands 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs 80 kg.
Career
In 1983, he relocated to Seattle, Washington, and took a job at a Kinko’s. He got his first professional break as a drummer with Bam Bam. Cameron joined the Skin Yard band in 1985 and stayed for a year. During this time, he contributed two songs, one of which was titled “Reptile.”
Cameron joined Soundgarden in September 1986, replacing drummer Scott Sundquist.
Cameron, as a member of Soundgarden, has written/co-written the following songs for the band:
“No, he didn’t.”
“The Pose of Jesus Christ”
“A Thousand-Year-Wide Room”
“Fly Drawing”
“New Injuries”
The “Birth Ritual”
“Leave Stonehenge.”
“Mailman”
“The Limo Wreck”
“New Tendrils”
“The Finger of Jerry Garcia”
“Rhinosaur”
“Applebite”
“A Space Jam Splice”
“By Slanted Steps”
“The Mouth of Eyelid” (King Animal)
In 1990, the album received its first major award nomination, a Grammy Award. “Louder Than Love,” the band’s first album for a label, was released in 1989.
Cameron was invited to join Pearl Jam as a drummer in 1998 after the band’s previous drummer, Jack, left due to health issues.
Matt Cameron became a member of Pearl Jam and wrote/co-wrote the following songs for them:
“Evacuation”
“Help You”
“Cropduster”
“You Are”
“Get it right”
“Under the Moonlight”
“Unemployable”
“The Repairman”
Johnny Guitar
“The Clairvoyants’ Dance”
“Take the Long Route”
Matt Cameron Achievements and Awards
Cameron has been the Soundgarden’s drummer for the longest time (1986-1997). Cameron joined Pearl Jam as a drummer in 1998 and recorded the hit cover “Last Kiss.” It was released on the fan club’s “Christmas single” in 1998. The cover was released as a single in 1999 due to popular demand. “Last Kiss” reached number two on the Billboard charts. It became the band’s highest-charting single. Pearl Jam’s sixth studio album, Binaural, was released in 2000 and received critical acclaim.
In 2000 and 2001, the band released 72 live albums, setting a record for the most albums on the Billboard 200. “Grievance” was nominated for a Grammy for Best Hard Rock Performance. This album brought the Pearl Jam band incredible commercial success, instant popularity, and media attention. In 1992, Badmotorfinger received a Grammy nomination for Best Metal Performance. The band’s next album, ‘Superunknown,’ debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 in 1994. This album featured several successful singles, including “Black Hole Sun” and “Spoonman.”
Matt Cameron’s Net Worth in 2024
Matt Cameron’s net worth is estimated to be $80 million as of February 2024. His long-term association as a drummer with the rock bands Soundgarden and Pearl Jam has contributed significantly to his net worth. Cameron has given several popular musical creations with these bands, including “Last Kiss,” “Grievance,” “Superunknown,” and others.
Cameron was also asked to be a part of the Pearl Jam band’s promotion in 1998. He was a permanent member of the band and made a lot of money from every hit song. Cameron has also collaborated with Queens of the Stone Age, Our Lady Peace, The Smashing Pumpkins, The Prodigy, and Peter Frampton in addition to these two music albums.
Matt Cameron is a successful American musician who has released several hit albums and singles as a member of Soundgarden and Pearl Jam. His celebrity and adoration helped him establish himself as a successful drummer in the American film industry.
Matt Cameron’s Wife, Marriage
Matt Cameron recently married April Aceves. Ray (son) and Josie (daughter) were born to the couple (daughter). Cameron is an avid runner in addition to his musical interests.
