Country Joe McDonald, the iconic voice of counterculture and a standout performer at the legendary Woodstock festival, has passed away at the age of 84. The musician, renowned for his powerful anti-Vietnam War anthem “I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-To-Die Rag,” died on Sunday in Berkeley, California. His wife of 43 years, Kathy McDonald, confirmed that his death was due to complications stemming from Parkinson’s disease, a statement released through his publicist indicated. McDonald’s unforgettable protest song became a defining moment for a generation, delivering a sharp critique of the Vietnam War and solidifying his place in music history.
Country Joe McDonald, Anti-War Icon and Woodstock Star, Passes Away at 84
By Rupert Blackwood
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