The best Country Joe McDonald albums

12 records, ordered by how much they reward a first listen — not by chart position.

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War War War

  1. 1
    Thinking of Woody Guthrie

    Thinking of Woody Guthrie

    1969

    A heartfelt tribute blending traditional folk melodies with urgent social commentary, echoing the spirit of American protest music.

  2. 2
    Country Joe

    Country Joe

    1975

    A blend of introspective folk rock and country-inflected storytelling, underscored by sharp social commentary and heartfelt melodies.

  3. 3
    Superstitious Blues

    Superstitious Blues

    1991

    A blend of rootsy Americana and introspective folk, layered with bluesy melodies and reflective storytelling.

  4. 4
    War War War

    War War War

    1971
  5. 5
    Time Flies By

    Time Flies By

    2012
  6. 6
    Paris Sessions

    Paris Sessions

    1973
  7. 7
    Country Joe Welcomes You to Quiet Days in Clichy

    Country Joe Welcomes You to Quiet Days in Clichy

    1970
  8. 8
    Incredible! Live!

    Incredible! Live!

    1972
  9. 9
    Paradise with an Ocean View

    Paradise with an Ocean View

    1975
  10. 10
    Tonight I'm Singing Just for You

    Tonight I'm Singing Just for You

    1970
  11. 11
    Hold on it’s coming

    Hold on it’s coming

    1971
  12. 12
    Child’s Play

    Child’s Play

    1983

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