Donald Barrett is an acclaimed drummer and producer from Chicago, now based in Los Angeles, whose groove has powered stages and studios worldwide. He has performed with music’s biggest stars, including Lady Gaga, Sade, Toni Braxton, George Benson, Snoop Dog, PiNK, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Pussycat Dolls, Tony Bennett, and many more. His work spans recording, film, and television, with credits including Coming 2 America, Joker: Folie à Deux, Disney and Netflix projects, Lady Gaga’s Harlequin
album, and serving as the house drummer for the orchestra at the 97th Academy Awards (2025).
Currently Donald Barrett is featured in Lady Gaga’s Las Vegas Jazz & Piano residency, Donald continues to bring groove, passion, precision, and deep musicality that make him one of the most sought-after drummers across genres.