John Barbata

John Barbata
Barbata in 2014
Barbata in 2014
Background information
Born(1945-04-01)April 1, 1945
Passaic, New Jersey, U.S.
DiedMay 8, 2024(2024-05-08) (aged 79)
GenresPop, pop rock, rock and roll
OccupationDrummer
Years active1961–2024
Formerly ofThe Turtles, The Stray Gators, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Jefferson Airplane, Jefferson Starship

John Barbata (April 1, 1945 – May 8, 2024) was an American drummer who was active especially in pop and rock bands in the 1960s and 1970s, both as a band member and as a session drummer. Barbata served as the drummer for The Turtles, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Jefferson Airplane (for its final album and tour only), and Jefferson Starship (from 1974 to 1978). Barbata claimed to have played on over 60 albums in an uncredited capacity.[1]

  1. ^ Barbata, Johny (2007). The Legendary Life of a Rock Star Drummer. DJ Blues Publishing Co. ISBN 978-7774585797.