Ben Barter (born 16 October 1985) is a New Zealand drummer based in Los Angeles, CA.

He went on to tour with her in support of the breakout Love Club EP and subsequent, highly acclaimed full-length release, Pure Heroine and Melodrama.

He also toured internationally with Australian soul artist Jarryd James which included appearances at the Bonnaroo Music Festival and Lollapalooza.

Between touring, Ben does remote drum recording out of his space in Silver Lake and studio sessions for music and film around LA.

He will resume touring with Lorde for her sophomore release beginning with appearances at Coachella and Governors Ball Music Festival.