Peter Buck

Peter Lawrence Buck, born on December 6, 1956, is a renowned American musician and songwriter, best known as the co-founder and lead guitarist of the influential alternative rock band R.E.M. Active from 1980 until their disbandment in 2011, Buck also showcased his versatility by playing the banjo and mandolin on various tracks. Alongside his work with R.E.M., he has been an integral part of multiple side projects, collaborating with an array of artists and bands.

Buck's notable side projects include Arthur Buck, a partnership with Joseph Arthur, as well as The Minus 5, Tuatara, and The Baseball Project. He has also worked with Robyn Hitchcock and the Venus 3, Tired Pony, The No-Ones, and Filthy Friends, contributing to their full-length albums. His experimental venture, Slow Music, which included musicians like Robert Fripp and Fred Chalenor, released a live concert CD, while Full Time Men produced an EP during his tenure.

In 2012, Buck formed a band named Richard M. Nixon to promote his solo album through live performances, featuring fellow musicians Scott McCaughey and Bill Rieflin. Beyond performing, Buck has made a name for himself as a record producer, working with notable acts such as Uncle Tupelo, The Jayhawks, and Decemberists, as well as serving as a session musician for various artists including The Replacements and Eels. Buck’s multifaceted career has solidified his status as a significant figure in the music industry.