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Abe Laboriel Jr. joins Pearl Jam at Ohana Festival

Original: pearl jam new drummer

Pearl Jam made a surprise return to the stage at Ohana Festival with drummer Abe Laboriel Jr., best known for his long run with Paul McCartney, behind the kit. The band played a full setlist, and outlets including Consequence of Sound and Far Out Magazine covered the lineup change. Fans are debating what the move means for the band's future after Matt Cameron's departure.

Why now: Pearl Jam's surprise festival appearance with a high-profile new drummer marks a major lineup change for the band.

Pearl JamAbe Laboriel Jr.Ohana FestivalMatt CameronPaul McCartney

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Evidence

• The setlist in full as Pearl Jam make surprise 2026 return at Ohana · Far Out Magazine
• Drummer Abe Laboriel Jr. Joins Pearl Jam at Ohana Festival · Consequence of Sound

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