Jeff Ament

The Profile

Jeff Ament is an American musician, best known as the bassist and co‑founder of Pearl Jam. Born March 10, 1963, in Havre, Montana, he previously played in Green River and Mother Love Bone and appeared on Temple of the Dog’s 1991 album. His solo albums include Tone (2008), While My Heart Beats (2012), and Heaven/Hell (2018).

Bassist and co‑founder of Pearl Jam; born March 10, 1963 in Havre, Montana; solo albums: Tone (2008), While My Heart Beats (2012), Heaven/Hell (2018); earlier bands include Green River and Mother Love Bone; performed on Temple of the Dog (1991).

A detailed, positive look at Jeff Ament’s solo debut Tone, praised for its honesty and range from punk-tinged riffs to acoustic turns. Notes the limited 3,000-copy release, Ament handling most instruments, Richard Stuverud on drums, and Dug Pinnick guesting on “Doubting Thomasina.” Draws lines to Pearl Jam and related projects while valuing Ament’s own voice.