Country Joe McDonald

Joseph Allen "Country Joe" McDonald was a prominent American musician, born in 1942. He is best known as the lead singer and co-founder of the psychedelic folk-rock group Country Joe and the Fish, which emerged in the 1960s. As a singer, songwriter, and musician, McDonald played a key role in shaping the group's sound and style.

McDonald's songwriting contributions to the group include some of their most iconic tracks, such as "Not So Sweet Martha Lorraine" and the protest song "I-Feel-Like-I'm-Fixin'-to-Die Rag", which expressed opposition to U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. Through his work with Country Joe and the Fish, McDonald left a lasting impact on the music scene, and his legacy as a singer, songwriter, and musician continues to be celebrated. He passed away in 2026.