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Buck Dharma

Guitarist

Birthday November 12, 1947

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace Long Island, NY

Age 76 years old

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About

Guitarist and singer who created the signature sound of the Blue Oyster Cult in 1967.

Before Fame

He was born Donald Brian Roeser and adapted his stage name Buck Dharma at the suggestion of the band's manager.

Trivia

In addition to playing the guitar, he was the lead vocalist on many of Blue Oyster's Cult's songs, including "Don't Fear the Reaper."

Family Life

His father was a well-known jazz saxophonist.

Associated With

Albert Bouchard and Dharma were bandmates in the Blue Oyster Cult.