John Sebastian is an American singer, songwriter, and musician, best known as the frontman of the Lovin' Spoonful, a band that was prominent in the 1960s with hits like "Summer in the City" and "Do You Believe in Magic." Born on March 17, 1944, in New York City, he grew up in a musical family and quickly became influenced by folk and blues. Sebastian played a pivotal role in the mid-1960s folk rock movement, and his performance at 1969's Woodstock festival further cemented his legacy. Beyond the Lovin' Spoonful, he has had a successful solo career and continues to influence the music industry with his timeless melodies and lyrical storytelling.