MONDAY OCTOBER 27, 2025

Jefferson Starship is one of the most iconic and enduring arena rock bands of the 1970s and 80s, earning three platinum and eight gold records along with numerous Top 40 hits. Today’s touring lineup—founding member David Freiberg, drummer Donny Baldwin, keyboardist Chris Smith, vocalist Cathy Richardson, and guitarist Jude Gold—carries forward the band’s signature sound and legendary hits for audiences around the world.

The band’s story began in 1970 with Paul Kantner’s album Blows Against the Empire, which introduced the name “Jefferson Starship.” The group officially formed in 1974, releasing Dragon Fly with a lineup including Kantner, Grace Slick, John Barbata, David Freiberg, Craig Chaquico, Papa John Creach, and Peter Kaukonen. Marty Balin soon joined, reuniting members of the legendary Jefferson Airplane under a new banner, and helping create the breakthrough album Red Octopus, which reached #1 with hits like “Miracles” and “Play on Love.”

Through the late 1970s and early 80s, Jefferson Starship released albums including Spitfire, Earth, Freedom at Point Zero, Modern Times, and Winds of Change, producing enduring hits like “With Your Love,” “Count on Me,” “Jane,” and “Find Your Way Back.” Despite lineup changes and the temporary retirement of the band name in 1985, Jefferson Starship returned to touring in 1992 and continues to captivate audiences with its timeless sound and unforgettable music.