Timothy Buckley 1947 – 1975

Biography

Timothy Buckley was born on February 14, 1947, in Washington, D.C., and became known for his work as a musician. Throughout his career, he demonstrated talent across multiple musical disciplines, contributing to American music during the 1960s and 1970s. His artistic journey reflected the experimental and evolving musical landscape of his era.

Despite his creative promise, Buckley’s life was cut tragically short. He passed away on June 29, 1975, in Santa Monica at the age of twenty-eight. His death resulted from a heroin overdose, a fate that claimed many talented artists during that turbulent period in American history.

Though his time was brief, Buckley left behind a legacy within the music world. His work continued to influence musicians and remain part of the cultural record of his generation. He is remembered as an artist whose life embodied both the creative energy and the struggles that defined a transformative era in popular music.