Don Covay & the Goodtimers was an American R&B and soul band active during the 1960s, led by singer, songwriter, and musician Don Covay. Covay's songwriting style, characterized by an infusion of soul, rock, and blues, significantly influenced the development of the soul genre. The band is most known for their hit "Mercy, Mercy" (1964), which gained further fame when covered by the Rolling Stones. The Goodtimers included notable members such as guitarist Jimi Hendrix, marking an important period in Hendrix's early musical career.