Next Drumoise

[Matters]

Is this a physically hard job for a professional drummer? The days of 35-40 song setlists are over and the last US tour consisted of 5 cities.

[Birds in Hell]

Matt Chamberlain's made a few great records with Bill Frisell under the Floratone moniker but there's not much live footage of them playing together, both of these videos are great:





Chamberlain would at least continue Cameron's tradition of being far and away the best musician in the band.

[oneway23]

Good drummer in the pocket, but, Wilk was really lumbering and flat-footed on the last Sabbath record. Exuded absolutely none of Bill Ward's swing or musicality.

Don't know how he'd vibe with the fellas, but, not really interested in finding out, either.

Matt Chamberlain's made a few great records with Bill Frisell under the Floratone moniker

Amazing share...thank you!

[Matters]

Matt Chamberlain's made a few great records with Bill Frisell under the Floratone moniker

Amazing share...thank you!

Yeah those are great. How long ago was that?

[oneway23]

Matt Chamberlain's made a few great records with Bill Frisell under the Floratone moniker

Amazing share...thank you!

Yeah those are great. How long ago was that?

Looks like 2005

[96583UP]

this is a level of skill that may not be compatible with songs like sthupasonic sthupasonic

[Birds in Hell]

I won't further clog up the thread with my breathless Matt Chamberlain fan posting, but man, this guy can play the drums:

[coptheriotact]

id drop my stick every 5 seconds playing like that

[Tj]

Jerome230 all the way.

[Tj]

Janet Weiss

[wease]

How about Kris Myers, formerly of Umphrey’s McGee? He can play anything. Does background vocals. And he already knows Dance Hall Days.

[spike]

Let's take a look at some drummers who are connected to the band:

Dave A: Will not happen. Even if there's was some opening Im afraid he's not in shape to tour and do 2.5 hour shows. A three minute YouTube video is not prove that he still got it. Sure, he still has the skills and clicked for PJ's music in 92. But it's 2025 now. I mean, look at how fit Matt C looks for a 62-year old. And all speculations aside, the physical part is probably the mean reason he quit.

Jack Irons: Will not happen. See above. This is a physical hard job. Jack realized in 1998 what Matt realized in 2025.

Dave Krusen: Probably not. Looks great and seems to be in great shape. But I don't think he has the power that is needed for the current band.

Matt Chamberlain: Was already their drummer in 1991. Seems to be on very good terms with Stone. Was a Loosegroove artist in the 90s and has reconnected with Stone on Painted Shield. Also drummed on Jeff's latest solo album. Replaced Matt Cam in Soundgarden before. Has proven to be more than able. Out of all their previous drummers this has to be the best pick by FAR.

In 1994 they went for Jack Irons. Who was Eddie's pick to be the drummer for PJ. They all had one pick that was tried.

Richard Stuverud: Jeff's pick in 1994. Has worked with Jeff ever since. Is a powerhouse of a drummer and seems to be a really fun guy. Did one show with PJ and sounded great. But the big question here is also physical. Some years younger that the other guys, but is he fit enough for touring and live shows? He will probably be considered.

Chris Friel: Mike's pick in 1994. One of Mike's best friends. But drums at a more amateur level nowadays. Will probably not be considered.

Josh Freese: Stone's pick in 1994. Another Loosegroove artist who apparently is well connected to Stone. Just got fired from the Foo's. Was he already approached since PJ knew about Matt leaving months ago?? Probably not. But he will be considered.

And some other connected drummers.

Zak Starkey: Ed's was his best man at his wedding and just got fired from the Who. Could be interesting but personal I don't think he would be a good fit. Is the exact opposite from Matt Cam and would somewhat struggle with that work. I mean, he was fired from the Who for overplaying. From the Who!!

Brad Wilk: Played with Ed in San Diego bands before PJ or Rage even existed. Was tried for PJ in 1991 after they fired Krusen. Really interesting choice. Seems to be in great shape now. Could be a really interesting choice. Rage is really done now. So yeah.... Dont think he's as good as Chamberlain, but maybe he will be considered.

The questions remains if any of the strong contenders here want to do it. I mean, Matt Cam probably wanted the life that Krist Novaselic has now. Some peace and quiet. Taking trips with your wife and enjoy family time. But still do some local bands and minor tours. Maybe Brad Wilk just wants the same. Chamberlain and Freese are seasoned pro's who live for this. Those are probably the front runners out of the ones I mentioned here. Chamberlain would be the best pick here.

But PJ also need to start thinking about where to go from here. I always thought Matt Cam would be their final drummer. They will probably record some more records (not many) and will do touring as long as they can/want. But if they want to go for another 10-15 years and become a touring act in their seventies than they should also consider a younger drummer. Someone who is in his 40s now and will beat the shit out of them for the next ten years.

You know who’s in great shape? 85 yo Ringo; I saw a reel of him jumping up and down at show like a kid recently. Why settle for the nepo baby when you can have the Beatle. Ringo’s their guy.

[RockPusher]

I think I'd want either Stuverud or Chamberlain. Both of them could do interesting things with Pearl Jam in addition to hammering out the material. I don't want it to be the Hoffer of Klings. That would feel like the overly safe and lame choice, especially considering that they should be distancing themselves from him rather than bringing him in closer.

[Tj]

Is k Hoff actually a good drummer

[spike]

Hey girl, wanna be the next drummer in Pearl Jam?

[rick malone]

Is k Hoff actually a good drummer

I just assume Klinghoffer is the guy to take over guitar when Stone retires(maybe in 3 or 4 years).

[stip]

What about Barret Martin?

[stip]

My honest opinion is I don't think they should keep playing hard rock songs anymore, at least Eddie shouldn't. His voice isn't up to the task. And so they might as well break up, unless they want to stick to the more mellow songs. This is a good excuse to call it quits, go solo, you can sing within your range and energy-level that way. But that's just my opinion. If you guys somehow still enjoy hearing him strain his voice like that, more power to you.

The idea of them scaling things back and doing primarily shows like Benaroya, Bridge School, etc., would be a dream come true to me, and in theory it would open up a whole new world of potential drummers. I don't expect it to happen, and ultimately agree that they should do whatever they want, but sit-down shows where they do songs like "Off He Goes" and "All Or None" with a drummer that has more of a jazz or country/folk background is something I'd be really excited about.

I really liked the sit down mini sets that opened Gigaton. I kind of wish they kept that.

[96583UP]

I won't further clog up the thread with my breathless Matt Chamberlain fan posting, but man, this guy can play the drums:

clog away!!

would seem like a great fit

[Farmer John]

Brad Wilk: Played with Ed in San Diego bands before PJ or Rage even existed. Was tried for PJ in 1991 after they fired Krusen. Really interesting choice. Seems to be in great shape now. Could be a really interesting choice. Rage is really done now. So yeah.... Dont think he's as good as Chamberlain, but maybe he will be considered.

If you want a preview of what Wilk would sound like playing Why Go, the opening seconds of this video are a pretty good representation:

I didn't realize Why Go and Killing in the Name share the exact same drum beat. For that one section at least.