Barrett Martin
American drummer and producer with Screaming Trees
Born
April 14th, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1967, this musician gained recognition as the drummer for the rock band Screaming Trees, which played a significant role in the grunge movement of the 1990s. The band achieved commercial success with albums including 'Sweet Oblivion' and 'Dust', featuring hit singles like 'Nearly Lost You' and 'All I Know'. In addition to drumming, this individual has worked as a songwriter and producer, collaborating with various artists across genres. The music created has contributed to the broader alternative rock scene.
Drummed for Screaming Trees, achieving critical acclaim
Produced albums for multiple artists
Contributed to the grunge genre's mainstream success
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