Brendan Buckley is one of those drummers who has created a long career by playing with big name artists around the world, and lesser name artists regionally, yet you might not even know his name. You are just as likely to see Brendan in stadiums with Shakira as you are in smaller venues with local acts. His career started with Elsten Torres and the band Fulano de Tal. He has played with artists such as Damien Rice, Tegan & Sara, and Miley Cyrus, and he has held the gig with international sensation Shakira for over 27 years. He toured with Morrissey for the past 3 years, played in Perry Farrell’s solo band, and worked with several Asian superstars including Jeff Chang, JJ Lin, and Leehom Wang. Brendan brings to every gig exactly what the music needs, and his devotion to authenticity in playing South American, Caribbean, and Arabic musical and […]

August 2025 Issue