Jesse Michaels (born April 1, 1969) is an American songwriter, painter, illustrator, musician, singer, and author from Berkeley, California. His lyrics deal with politics, racism, and general social issues. He is most well known as the vocalist for the ska punk bands Operation Ivy (1987–1989), Common Rider (1999–2003), as well as Classics of Love (2009–approx. 2012). In 2023 Michaels formed the band DOOM Regulator.[1] He is the son of the... see more