John Barbata, Drummer for Iconic Bands, Dies at 79
Barbata's career spanned notable groups like The Turtles, Jefferson Airplane, and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, leaving a lasting legacy in rock music.
- John Barbata's death was announced by Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship on social media.
- He played on hit songs such as 'Happy Together' by The Turtles and 'Ohio' by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
- Barbata was invited to join the Eagles but chose to stay with CSNY.
- A car accident in 1978 led to his departure from Jefferson Starship and eventual retirement from music.
- He spent his later years in Oklahoma, publishing a memoir about his experiences in the music industry.
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