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2015 · Album

One Red Rose

One Red Rose is John McDonald's most cinematic work. Built around themes of memory and longing, the album layers rich instrumentation with haunting melodies. Each song is a vignette — a moment frozen in amber, beautiful and bittersweet. Recorded in Athens, Georgia.

2026 · Album

Musicians & Production

  • John McDonald - lead vocals, acoustic guitar

  • Mark Maxwell - electric guitar, bass, mandolin

  • Glyn Denham - harmonica, dobro guitar

  • David Van Wyk - cello

  • Adam Poulin - violin

  • Russ Bell - organ

  • Mindy Towe - sax, back-up vocals

  • Janis Maxwell - back-up vocals

  • Nathan Bowen - back-up vocals

  • Produced by John McDonald and Mark Maxwell

  • Recorded by Mark Maxwell at Maxwell Sound Recording Studio, Athens, GA, Spring 2021

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Press

What They're Saying

“Feeling Blues is more than just an album — it’s a testament to John McDonald’s lifelong love affair with the genre. With Mark Maxwell’s skillful touch elevating every track, the album is an essential listen for blues aficionados and newcomer’s alike…

The Sound Cafe

“Feeling BLUES features covers of classic tunes of blues, soul, and R&B…
…the album shines brightest when the albums gifted artists do their thing …
…incredible guitar work (both acoustic and classical style) along with terrific
backing vocals…

Blues Blast Magazine

“…an interesting album of tunes that the band obviously enjoys singing and
playing. It’s a classic set of covers well worth your time...”

Southern Music Journal

Discography

THE MUSIC

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Blues & Beyond​

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One Red Rose​

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Feeling Blues​

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On a Magnolia Wind​

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Fools for Each Other​

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Touched by the Blues​

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Even Cowboys

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Blues & Beyond​

John McDonald

Blues & Americana

  • Apple Music
  • Bandcamp
  • Amazon
  • Deezer
  • Spotify
  • YouTube

© 2026 John McDonald Created By Wave Genius

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