Perth County Conspiracy

"A folk-music group, known also by the full name Perth County Conspiracy (Does Not Exist) based in Stratford, Ontario, Canada. It formed in 1969 and was active until at least 1977. The music is characterised by its message-oriented lyrics and unconventional arrangements. The 1970 self-titled album features Shakespearian dialogue and audio collage elements that might place it in the genre of Psych folk.

Over its career PCC(DNE) recorded several albums of material including at least two on the Columbia label."

The band was founded by singer-actor Cedric Smith and Richard Keelan, ex of the Spikedrivers. For membership and album issues see the article on Canoe.ca .

Various backing vocals were also provided by hippie communards from the Stratford area.