Jefferson Airplane was a pioneering band of the 1960s’ era of psychedelic and acid rock. And psychedelic rock is known for its odd, disjointed, and trippy elements.

50 years ago, Paul Kantner and Grace Slick of the influential San Francisco psychedelic band the Jefferson Airplane began a new chapter when they launched a new group called the Jefferson Starship.

John Barbata, who drummed for Jefferson Airplane, Jefferson Starship, The Turtles, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, and many others, died May 8. He was 79.

Drummer John Barbata, who played for The Turtles, Jefferson Airplane and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, has died. He was 79. Barbata’s death was announced on May 13 in a post on the Jefferson ...

Entertainment Classic rock drummer who played with Turtles, Jefferson Airplane, more, dies at 79 Published: May. 14, 2024, 8:46 a.m. By Chris Mautner | cmautner@pennlive.com ...