Barry McGuire - Eve Of Destruction (1965) "Eve of Destruction," released in 1965 and performed by Barry McGuire, became a powerful reflection of the social and political tensions of the 1960s. Written by P.F. Sloan, the song captured the anxieties surrounding the Vietnam War, civil rights movements, and nuclear threats. McGuire’s gravelly voice and the stark, direct lyrics conveyed a deep sense of frustration, fear, and urgency that resonated with a generation facing unprecedented global uncerta