Forrest Howard McDonald

Who is Forrest Howard McDonald?

Forrest Howard McDonald, is an American blues rock musician who has written hundreds of songs and played on many records.

Forrest Howard McDonald was born in Austin, Texas. He started playing the guitar at age 14, in his early 20s he studies at the Dick Grove Conservatory of music in Studio City, CA and at the Howard Roberts GIT. He is the son of Constitutional scholar Forrest McDonald and has lived and performed all over America.

This versatile singer, songwriter, guitarist met and was influenced by Muddy Waters in 1964.

He is a renowned Muscle Shoals session’s picker and is credited for the solo on Bob Seger’s platinum release “Old Time Rock ‘n’ Roll,” which was named Song of The Decade by CNN. You can hear him on Bobby Womack’s ‘The Roads of Life’.

Originally from Austin, Texas, Forrest McDonald's career began over 46 years ago, and has spawned dozens of recordings and international acclaim. His 11th CD "Certified Blue" is released by World Talent Records.

He is a three time Just Plain Folk blues award winner, and was voted “Best Southern Blues Band” 1999-2001 by Real Blues Magazine.

‘Finger Lickin' Blues’ was voted the best southern blues release by RBM in 2001.