Anton Fier

American drummer, composer, producer and bandleader.

Born June 20, 1956, in Cleveland, Ohio; died September 14, 2022 (aged 66), in Zürich, Switzerland.

Worked in a record store as a teenager, emerged as a drummer in Cleveland's proto-punk scene. Relocated to New York and got a job at the SoHo Music Gallery record store. Joined [a=The Feelies] in 1978 after answering an ad placed in the Village Voice. Then joined the Pedestrians, and [a=Lounge Lizards]. Toured with [a=Herbie Hancock]. Founded and led experimental rock group [a=The Golden Palominos] from 1981 to 1996, which featured an ever-changing lineup.

He focused on producing in the 2000s and early 2010s.