'Country' Joe McDonald, a significant figure in the 1960s counterculture and music scene, passed away on Sunday in Berkeley, California. Known for his iconic protest song, 'I-Feel-Like-I’m-Fixin’-To-Die Rag,' McDonald became a symbol of anti-Vietnam War sentiment. The song was popularly featured at the Woodstock music festival and resonated deeply with protests against the war. His legacy includes a vast music catalog, friendships with notable figures in the counterculture movement, and contributions to memorialize Vietnam veterans. Despite his activism, he faced challenges within the music industry regarding censorship and legal matters that arose from his outspoken views. His death at age 84 was confirmed by his wife, Kathy, marking the end of a notable era in the Bay Area music landscape, where he was interconnected with legendary acts like the Grateful Dead and Jefferson Airplane. His journey from a Navy veteran to a prominent protest singer illustrates the complexities of the era he embodied, and his songs remain relevant to contemporary discussions about war and peace.