Marty Balin (born Martyn Jerel Buchwald; January 30, 1942) is an American musician. He is best known as the founder and one of the lead singers of the psychedelic rock band Jefferson Airplane and its spin-off Jefferson Starship.
Balin’s distinctive voice and style are heard on memorable recordings including the Billboard top chart hits “Miracles,” “Hearts,” “Atlanta Lady,” “Count On Me” and “Runaway” and album, radio, film and television soundtrack classics such as “Comin’ Back to Me,” “Today,” and “Volunteers.” A variety of musical styles are represented in his concert performances, from his classic hits with Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship to new songs from recent albums and current studio sessions.