FIRST TIME REACTING TO | DOOBIE BROTHERS "WHAT A FOOL BELIEVES"

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  • @jerrykessler2478
    @jerrykessler2478 3 місяці тому +182

    Iconic

  • @reneerocha1796
    @reneerocha1796 3 місяці тому +239

    Soulful

    • @justchillin4065
      @justchillin4065 3 місяці тому +7

      💯 you beat me to it 😊

    • @poncandn1
      @poncandn1 3 місяці тому +6

      me too..i honestly figured she would think this word herself

    • @graelgraan2428
      @graelgraan2428 3 місяці тому +6

      Exactly! Took the words right out of my mouth! Michael McDonald is one soulful a$$ Mo-Fo!

    • @adamsneidelmann8976
      @adamsneidelmann8976 3 місяці тому +4

      Yup yup yup!

    • @wahn10
      @wahn10 2 місяці тому +1

      That's the word. Bang on.

  • @tiegra9336
    @tiegra9336 3 місяці тому +422

    As I know you're a fan of great harmony, try the Doobie Brothers' Black Water. You won't be disappointed.

  • @kb420ps
    @kb420ps 2 місяці тому +50

    I'm 52, and I remember when this song was new. This is from a different era. Real musicians. Real vocals. Real lyrics. All from the soul. "What a fool believes he sees, no wise man has the power to reason away".

    • @markpotochny56
      @markpotochny56 Місяць тому +3

      He did backing vocals for several artists , one example is Steely Dan’s “peg”

    • @cvisenti
      @cvisenti Місяць тому +4

      I’m 52 also & was six when this album came out. I used to lay on the carpet in front of the stereo and thump the floor to the beat with my eyes closed.

    • @margaretwaite7226
      @margaretwaite7226 8 днів тому

      He also has the most beautiful blue eyes . Unfortunately not seen here.

  • @mollyzmum9059
    @mollyzmum9059 2 місяці тому +41

    The Doobies have sold more than 50 million records and ruled the airwaves forever. He's still touring. A national treasure.

  • @MeIn321
    @MeIn321 3 місяці тому +99

    Michael was not only in the Doobies, not only in Steely Dan, and not only had a great solo career, but sang great duets. See Patti Labelle, Christopher Cross, and James Ingram (see Yah Mo Be There)

    • @Carl_Jr
      @Carl_Jr 2 місяці тому +9

      Toto

    • @makeadifference4all
      @makeadifference4all 2 місяці тому +10

      Michael McDonald was never officially a member of Steely Dan. However, he did appear on many tracks and was a background singer for one of their tours in the 1970s. Donald Fagen said that while they were touring, he wondered what the hell he was doing out front as the lead singer with Michael McDonald in the background. 🤣

    • @Carl_Jr
      @Carl_Jr 2 місяці тому +5

      @@makeadifference4all I'd call that more of an adjunct member.

    • @dundalis
      @dundalis 2 місяці тому +2

      I thought you said “on” the doobies. For sure

    • @dandavidson424
      @dandavidson424 2 місяці тому +5

      As much as I like Steely Dan, I agree with Fagen. Fagen's style of singing is much more intimate--like a really good lounge act singing and playing a piano ten feet away from your table. McDonald's style is much more grandiose. It's not quite Freddy Mercury arena rock style grandiose, but it is big concert hall style. He has an incredible range and hits notes it seems like no adult man should be able to hit. @@makeadifference4all

  • @mr.t5176
    @mr.t5176 Місяць тому +17

    45 years ago today, this song hit #1 on the Billboard charts.

  • @thematt5325
    @thematt5325 6 днів тому +1

    It’s a beautiful song. The chorus just soars to sublime heights.

  • @user-lk8yh7bu5o
    @user-lk8yh7bu5o 3 місяці тому +66

    A FAN FROM 1974, I'M 75 YEARS OLD NOW AND STILL LOVE THIS MUSIC. WAYNE

    • @poolhall9632
      @poolhall9632 2 місяці тому

      Wayne is def a 1974 name.
      I was just talking to a Jessica and a Jennifer from the 80s... they just found out they're now the Deborah's and Susans to the the GenZ Olivia's and Sophia's.

  • @magicbrownie1357
    @magicbrownie1357 3 місяці тому +180

    The Doobies have tons of hits, and their music covers a wide range of styles, with multiple singers and songwriters in the band. "Takin' it to the Streets" is one of my favorites.

    • @christopherone1
      @christopherone1 3 місяці тому +6

      their early live version is AMAZING.

    • @vdluna
      @vdluna 3 місяці тому +11

      Doobie brothers "Listen to the Music " you need to watch and see

  • @paulandfrankierv2068
    @paulandfrankierv2068 3 місяці тому +111

    The name "Doobie" is exactly what it says.they would roll one up and play music like brothers.

    • @Carl_Jr
      @Carl_Jr 2 місяці тому +5

      Cha-ching! 👍

    • @BettyP1952
      @BettyP1952 2 місяці тому +5

      In my day. Still listening to them to this day! Loved the music in the 70’s. Melodic!

    • @edwardmarks3483
      @edwardmarks3483 2 місяці тому +3

      They rolled up more than 1

  • @rkloete
    @rkloete 2 місяці тому +28

    “Haunting” is the word. Once you hear it you cannot forget it, and it’s so unique you recognize it anywhere.

  • @mintonmedia
    @mintonmedia 8 днів тому +1

    The word for the Doobie Brothers and Michael McDonald is 'SMOOTH".

  • @mervinmerencio6861
    @mervinmerencio6861 3 місяці тому +60

    Two words to describe, his voice….husky butter

  • @mcbeezee2120
    @mcbeezee2120 3 місяці тому +63

    One of the VERY few bands that sound as good live as they do in the studio. Unparalleled.

    • @PeterJ328
      @PeterJ328 3 місяці тому +4

      and they still do.

  • @kerrigrandmaison7844
    @kerrigrandmaison7844 2 місяці тому +18

    Him and Patti Labelle singing together gives me chills

  • @segproductions6094
    @segproductions6094 Місяць тому +21

    SMOOTH.....❤

  • @Cheryworld
    @Cheryworld 3 місяці тому +140

    "Jesus Is Just Alright with Me" -Doobie Brothers. One of their many hits

    • @sulatlalaki
      @sulatlalaki 3 місяці тому +1

      Before McDonald, with original members Tom Johnston and Patrick Simmons as lead vocalist.

    • @reneerocha1796
      @reneerocha1796 3 місяці тому

      EXCELLENT CHOICE!!! live performance is great!

    • @rfd339
      @rfd339 3 місяці тому

      Yes...

  • @treborretsnom6186
    @treborretsnom6186 3 місяці тому +17

    I can attest that in 1979 on an old school bus in northern Indiana that the driver would crank the volume and we'd slow down while the entire bus stood and danced...legit, a crazy true thing... Also, one word ?? , irresistible

  • @kennethv5250
    @kennethv5250 2 місяці тому +21

    ok so Michael sang for the Doobies, did a solo career, sang backup for Steely Dan (Peg and other songs) and Christopher Cross and numerous other groups. you can recognize his voice anytime hes either singing or backing someone up. a VERY recognizeable voice

    • @polyscroll
      @polyscroll 5 днів тому

      Michael's voice is indeed UNIQUE and has not yet been duplicated, as far as I can tell.

  • @keithier1958
    @keithier1958 2 місяці тому +15

    Doobie Brothers were one of the best in 79. I graduated school in 76. I live with and listen to so many different bands then, the songs, lyrics, the different styles. I miss it all so. I have a few now, up and coming bands I like now. But nothing like my youth.

  • @user-me8uu9mc9o
    @user-me8uu9mc9o 3 місяці тому +73

    You "have" to do "Own My Own", a duet he did with none other than the incomparable "Miss Patti LaBelle!! You're gonna "LOVE 💕 IT!!!"❤️🎶

  • @1001Hobbies
    @1001Hobbies 3 місяці тому +46

    It was such a great era to be a teenager. This was "typical" music. It was expected. And it was freaking awesome!!!

    • @JOSEMunoz-tc5rq
      @JOSEMunoz-tc5rq 2 місяці тому +3

      It certainly was I was 16 in 1979 and little did we know what we had in store with the 80s just around the corner back then😊😊😊😊

    • @1001Hobbies
      @1001Hobbies 2 місяці тому +2

      @@JOSEMunoz-tc5rq - Agreed. I was 15 in '79. '79 to '84 is my favorite era, but I love most stuff from the 1950's up until and including then.
      In the summer on Saturday evenings we go to a friend's house, from my childhood, and he and his wife, and me and my wife, sit out back just jamming to all the old music we grew up on and love, and reminisce about the old days, trivia about the artists that we know, and more until the wee hours of the morning. Good times!

    • @JOSEMunoz-tc5rq
      @JOSEMunoz-tc5rq 2 місяці тому +1

      @@1001Hobbies I can definitely relate with the old music my dad's 80 so I grew up listening to Fats Domino , Bill Haley & the Comets a l o n g with a bunch of people from the 50s and 60s I'd have to say my favorite time would be 1977 to 1987 its because by 1988 I could see that the music was changing lol I remember telling a friend that the 1990s were gonna suck. oh one more thing my favorite concert that I attended was U2 the Joshua tree tour hands down my best experience

  • @lavenderhearts101
    @lavenderhearts101 5 днів тому

    45 years ago, 7 months pregnant and dancing away to this song. That’s were this song sends me. 🥰

  • @lavenderhearts101
    @lavenderhearts101 5 днів тому +1

    The word that subscribes his voice from the moment, I heard it, “ Familiar”.

  • @mrgoneshouse3663
    @mrgoneshouse3663 3 місяці тому +83

    Michael McDonald~~~Steely Dan Background Singer~~~ Joins with Jeff Baxter Ex-Steely Dan Guitarist and Joins The Doobie Brothers~~~~ Then goes solo~~~~ McDonald in the 8o's was on Everybody's albums

    • @tonyberezowski7859
      @tonyberezowski7859 3 місяці тому +6

      PEG!!!!!!!

    • @darinkaintz386
      @darinkaintz386 3 місяці тому +2

      Wow! Blew my mind with this. Thanks.

    • @seanswinton6242
      @seanswinton6242 3 місяці тому +8

      ​@darinkaintz386 And this song was written by Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins together. It appears on Kenny Loggins album first, then Michael McDonald recorded it while he was a member of the Doobie Brothers.

    • @SayItAintSo4real
      @SayItAintSo4real 2 місяці тому +3

      ​@seanswinton6242 😄 What a wonderful decade, or two, of music. I so loved growing up during the 60s & hit my teen yrs during the 70s, then young adult yrs during the 80s & 90s. Woooo! The Doobie Brothers were fantastic! And yes, Kenny Loggins, wow!

  • @reneerocha1796
    @reneerocha1796 3 місяці тому +94

    You need to DIVE INTO The Doobie Brothers. LONG TRAIN RUNNIN official video.. 😊❤❤❤One of my favorite 70’s groups! Been at the top of my playlist for decades. ❤

  • @sightsnsoundsnow
    @sightsnsoundsnow 2 місяці тому +14

    It is one of the great harmonic vocal performancies,it was common to overdub himself on harmonies! Legendary vocalist!

  • @garybuchanan6066
    @garybuchanan6066 Місяць тому +1

    I'm in my 70's and love the Doobies, this was when music was music, most of the new stuff is junk.

  • @miguelbotelho2613
    @miguelbotelho2613 3 місяці тому +45

    This was a whole other time when music was MUSIC. I’m very blessed to have lived and experienced such an awesome period in music. So much fun.

    • @rogerdaly6326
      @rogerdaly6326 3 місяці тому +3

      God bless the 70's

    • @algallego
      @algallego 3 місяці тому +2

      Indeed! It was a time when the bands were little to none narcissistic about their stage image as much as they were about their talented musicianship on display; not like nowadays where they just want to flash their self-centeredness, while offering very little of musical substance to go with the image or stage show presentation! A lot of these guys studied music as majors-- for instance, go look up the members of bands like Boston, Chicago, Kansas, and a whole slew of others who actually had some decent degree of musical training in their upbringings; artists these days hardly focus on that level of musical genius or prowess!!!! Even the ones who weren't formally trained back in the day were avid perfectionists when developing and devoting themselves to their musical craft! Musicianship was through the roof with a lot of actual musical talent! I blame the industry for wanting to create icons of stage shows rather than focusing and promoting the actual talent!

  • @Dcw-rp6ib
    @Dcw-rp6ib 3 місяці тому +42

    He is like Steve Perry a unique voice that no one else has.

    • @TCB690
      @TCB690 2 місяці тому +2

      And Elvis of course 🥰

  • @darrylgrant6622
    @darrylgrant6622 Місяць тому +7

    Babygirl checkout Taking it to the Streets and Minute by Minute. You will not be disappointed!! Trust me. One of the greatest bands of the 70's...hell all time!!

  • @MakeWay4CJ
    @MakeWay4CJ Місяць тому +1

    You got it! Michael McDonald's voice stands out on its own, but whenever he sings with anyone else it's so inviting that they welcome his voice in to blend into theirs. For instance, when he sang with Patti LaBelle on "On My Own" we all knew that Patti's voice can be overwhelming, but when Michael McDonald sang with her, we could hear her almost instinctually pull her voice back so that his voice could blend with hers.
    And as much as they probably hate to hear it, this is why men like Michael McDonald, Michael Bolton, John Oates and oddly enough (even though he seemed to take issue w/ brown people), Phil Collins' music were labeled "Blue-eyed' soul.

  • @happymethehappyone8300
    @happymethehappyone8300 3 місяці тому +91

    The Doobie Brothers "Minute By Minute" ❤ Nuff Said.

  • @alisonmontana8895
    @alisonmontana8895 3 місяці тому +20

    The reason it's so unique to me, is that he sings falsetto, but it still sounds so masculine. This song and 'Takin it to the streets' are my favorites.

  • @Marco-vk7qm
    @Marco-vk7qm Місяць тому +5

    This was standard music in the 70s/80s. We didn't have computers to improve the voice, the quality came directly from the vocal cords.
    Michael Mc Donald was one of the many good artist in de 70/80’s.

  • @Hard_7_Iron
    @Hard_7_Iron 2 місяці тому +6

    I saw the doobie brothers at Red Rocks, Colorado in the late 70’s….they were so good! What a great place to see a show.

  • @RhondaHill-mi7cw
    @RhondaHill-mi7cw 3 місяці тому +21

    One of the most distinctive voices and groups in rock and roll.
    So many great songs.
    Thank you for commenting.

  • @joemonroe46
    @joemonroe46 2 місяці тому +10

    The lyrics are brilliant , very moving if you take the time to really listen to them. They describe a LOT of men who are smitten by a beauty who hardly knows he exists, and yet he has his unspoken fantasy about a relationship he imagines they have. “She had a place in his life. He hardly made her think twice.” I listened to that song for years but never really appreciated it until I finally saw the lyrics in print as he sang them. I was gobsmacked, broke down and cried ugly tears when I realized I had lived them.

  • @michaeldenny6851
    @michaeldenny6851 Місяць тому +5

    Back when "rock stars" would wear a tuxedo to a show or award ceremony. When music had instruments. And the lyrics were poetry.

    • @user-er8kz2jg6o
      @user-er8kz2jg6o Місяць тому +1

      And they could actually play instruments.

  • @lancevaughn432
    @lancevaughn432 2 місяці тому +16

    Back then when you roll the joint, it was also called a Doobie. Hence the Doobie Brothers

    • @cameranmanner4701
      @cameranmanner4701 2 місяці тому

      yip in my teens we had a big doobie family. :)

  • @jonsoule7421
    @jonsoule7421 3 місяці тому +32

    The Doobie Brothers were known for their incredible harmonies from day one, before Michael McDonald joined the band. And as you just found out, they were more than capable of continuing that style with McDonald. Check out the live version of Long Train Runnin' to get a real sense of their full range of talents. Brothers from a variety of mothers, if you'll excuse the tortured cliche.

  • @chrissiler6075
    @chrissiler6075 3 місяці тому +24

    The organ player is singing, two of the drummers sang, both guitar players, and the bass player all sing.

  • @thomaslarkin9791
    @thomaslarkin9791 2 місяці тому +4

    This is what you would call a ROLLING TRACK and the ROLLING ON THIS TRACK IS RELENTLESSNESSES in SUCH A BEAUTIFUL AND Blissful way = EARGASM..

  • @LawrenCharles
    @LawrenCharles Місяць тому +3

    Michael sang on lots of records before joining Steely Dan in the early '70s. Steely Dan decided to be a studio band only and stop touring. They did eventually resume touring in the '90s.
    The Doobie Brothers founding member, singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Tommy Johnson got violently sick during their '75 tour and Jeff "Skunk" Baxter, who played in Steely Dan with Michael called him and invited him to replace Tommy. Michael was on a plane that day and joined the Doobie Bros the next day in Baton Rouge (if I recall correctly). He stayed with them for several records through the early '80s before going solo in 1984 with his debut solo record and hit "I Keep Forgetting."
    Michael has always remained close with the Doobie Brothers and even tours and records with them once again. They're family. They always say, "Once a Doobie, always a Doobie!"

  • @candacemay7187
    @candacemay7187 3 місяці тому +41

    Cheers for finally getting rid of that "rain filter". When you are showing concerts or TV clips, it was impossible for me to see what was happening. Thank you!!! I enjoy your videos and will enjoy them so much more now!!! Bless you, Britt!!

  • @zekesanchez1851
    @zekesanchez1851 3 місяці тому +16

    I've met Michael McDonald while working at a Radisson Suites Hotel as night manager. He is so chill and is a very nice person. This was back in the early 90s when he said he was working on a project with Anita Baker. Please listen to "It keeps you Runnin" Listen to the lyrics. ❤

    • @NoCanDu
      @NoCanDu 3 місяці тому +1

      I got to meet him, too. He is a sweet guy! ❤

    • @zekesanchez1851
      @zekesanchez1851 3 місяці тому

      @@NoCanDu 😎👍

  • @user-vg6xc4st2e
    @user-vg6xc4st2e 13 днів тому +1

    Back in the 70s everyone shared a "doobie". Bands were all brothers of the "doobie" even before Michael Mcdonald. He was the vocal force that elevated them to a higher level. Listen to The Music was an incredible hit before this. In my 40 years in radio there were only a few songs I never tired of hearing. This is one of them. His voice is haunting.

  • @kimcat3760
    @kimcat3760 Місяць тому +2

    💨Smoked my first joint at a Doobie Brothers concert in 1975. Still, my favorite pass time‼️

  • @christielysdale1815
    @christielysdale1815 3 місяці тому +32

    Butter

  • @visiblepixels4632
    @visiblepixels4632 Місяць тому +2

    Such a timeless, upbeat groove juxtaposed against tragic lyrics about fooling oneself into thinking a relationship existed when it did not. "She had a place in his life, He never made her think twice." Masterful songwriting!

  • @amitraam1270
    @amitraam1270 Місяць тому +2

    its a video, that's the studio track on a live recording video. he is harmonising with himself. It is one of his talents that made him a constant guest on Steely Dan and others, where his amazing voice and his ability to create intricate harmonies were desired.

  • @thekingcobra63
    @thekingcobra63 3 місяці тому +31

    The Doobies have two distinct sounds, the before Michael McDonald Era which is awesome with songs like Long Train Running, Black Water etc., then the McDonald Era which is totally different but just as amazing.

  • @stevedahlberg8680
    @stevedahlberg8680 3 місяці тому +16

    Black Water. Huge hit from the early seventies and I know you would absolutely love it love it love it.

  • @barringtongilbert9230
    @barringtongilbert9230 21 день тому +2

    DON'T FORGET.....These guys sang LIVE like this.

  • @Jerzeejaylive
    @Jerzeejaylive Місяць тому

    Saw the reunion of The Doobie Brothers with Michael McDonald 2 years ago at PNC. One of the best shows I’ve ever seen! All members in or near their 70’s and sounded amazing. Absolutely incredible.

  • @tat2jim
    @tat2jim 3 місяці тому +14

    One word- smoove.
    In the studio he could have doubled his voice along with harmonies.

  • @patriciatolliver4057
    @patriciatolliver4057 3 місяці тому +8

    Their first lead singer was Tom Johnston. He was good as well. I was lucky to see the group play with both Michael and Tom together. What an experience. You will flip over Jesus is Just Alright With Me and China Grove.

  • @midsouthexpress
    @midsouthexpress Місяць тому

    Great musicians, great singers and great sound technicians running the equipment, we had it all then! No auto tune!

  • @teresah.6696
    @teresah.6696 2 місяці тому +2

    The Doobie Brothers and Michael McDonald has been invited to the BBQ since the '70's.😉💯

  • @frankswartele7194
    @frankswartele7194 3 місяці тому +44

    As usual an amazing reaction from you Britt ! And yes ..the Doobie Brothers are real icons in R &B .Michael Mac Donald and his members are already 5 decades active.The band was formed in 1970. They had difficulty from the start to find an appropriate and good name for the band until a next door-friend of one the members suggested "The Doobie Brothers", with a 'doobie' being a marihuana joint ,as they all were used to smoke that !
    And sure...this is again a song from the 70's when they had the know-how to play phenomenal music, sing terrific vocals and write the best lyrics...this kind of music is one of a kind and will not return.

  • @user-me8uu9mc9o
    @user-me8uu9mc9o 3 місяці тому +9

    "SOUL!!!"🎶

  • @samuelsessions2817
    @samuelsessions2817 Місяць тому

    Heaven sent. Because it’s just a great, great, gift, for which we can only be thankful.

  • @jamesmoyes3006
    @jamesmoyes3006 Місяць тому +1

    The Doobie Brothers single-handedly killed disco, amazing songs

  • @staciemoisa4884
    @staciemoisa4884 3 місяці тому +6

    The Doobie Brothers was the first concert I ever went to when I was 16. I remember the warm up band was ZZ Top. They were both amazing! One of the best concerts in my life.

  • @dorothyfischer2649
    @dorothyfischer2649 3 місяці тому +7

    Minute by minute. Legendary ❤️

  • @WesCOX-mm4oz
    @WesCOX-mm4oz Місяць тому

    The only words for his voice is authentic and soulful!!@

  • @stevecrocker6904
    @stevecrocker6904 Місяць тому

    what a tight, simply wonderful band. Great harmonies

  • @Beekindalways-oj2cl
    @Beekindalways-oj2cl 3 місяці тому +12

    SOULFUL 🎷

  • @diannekuehl1051
    @diannekuehl1051 3 місяці тому +13

    You are right about the second word for doobie. They said they smoked so much they might as well call themselves the Doobie Brothers. They had another lead singer before Micheal and they had a different sound, but I like both sounds.

    • @jpmnewyork
      @jpmnewyork 3 місяці тому

      Patrick Simmons.

    • @skevich1
      @skevich1 3 місяці тому +1

      Pat was always in the band. Tom Johnston left for a while due to health reasons. That's when Michael McDonald came in. Later on, McDonald left and Johnston returned.@@jpmnewyork

    • @jpmnewyork
      @jpmnewyork 3 місяці тому

      @@skevich1 You're right, of course. Got Simmons and Johnston confused.

    • @algallego
      @algallego 3 місяці тому

      From a Google Search: Why are The Doobie Brothers called doobie?
      Behind the Band Name: The Doobie Brothers -
      A friend of the band and fellow musician, Keith Rosen, is the one who suggested the name The Doobie Brothers, as the word “doobie” is a nickname for a marijuana joint that the bandmates often indulged in. Johnston admits that they couldn't come up with a band name and didn't expect Rosen's suggestion to stick.Mar 15, 2023

  • @anitawright7169
    @anitawright7169 Місяць тому

    This is so very awesome. Doobie Brothers were icons! Love your reaction! ♥

  • @charlescrum860
    @charlescrum860 25 днів тому

    He is a truly: ONE OF A KIND

  • @noneofurbizness5838
    @noneofurbizness5838 3 місяці тому +15

    Smooooooth

  • @amusedmarine7402
    @amusedmarine7402 3 місяці тому +3

    I was 15 in 79. This song echoed in my mind and heart that entire summer thinking of the one day meeting the girl of my dream. I did 7 years later... next month we'll celebrate our 35 anniversary.... The word you're looking for to describe his voice is "comforting".. accompanied by "soothing"

  • @davidcohen4595
    @davidcohen4595 Місяць тому

    Checkout their early stuff and follow their progression in their sound! INCREDIBLE!

  • @francesmarinapatarangawhik4702
    @francesmarinapatarangawhik4702 2 місяці тому +3

    The Doobie Brothers are phenomenal. Their harmonies...your energy👌🤙☝️🤓

  • @colleenmonell1601
    @colleenmonell1601 3 місяці тому +3

    I love the musical respect you have for bands like the Doobie Brothers. These bands from the 70's and 80's are part of the fabric of my own life and to see younger generations discovering and appreciating the true talent really gives me hope.

  • @Apostrophe65
    @Apostrophe65 3 місяці тому +5

    You need more Doobie Brothers! Their greatest hits album has been a top seller for years. Black Water, Taking It To The Street and pretty much everything else on that album are tight harmonies and great musicianship. You can't go wrong on this rabbit hole.

  • @AmirFazadh
    @AmirFazadh Місяць тому

    BTW, this song was written by Michael and his friend Kenny Loggins. I remember the late 70s to early-mid 80s, Michael McDonald was on pretty much every song on the radio, either as the lead singer or as backing vocals. SNL even did a skit about it!

  • @beetee4295
    @beetee4295 2 місяці тому +2

    I remember driving one sunny summer day playing the Doobie Brothers over and over. So long ago and so crystal clear. Good memories

  • @johneldridge8678
    @johneldridge8678 3 місяці тому +5

    Soulful. Captivating.

  • @EricArmstrong-vo6dp
    @EricArmstrong-vo6dp 3 місяці тому +4

    The Doobie Brothers are an amazing band.

  • @greenacres9287
    @greenacres9287 2 місяці тому +1

    The melody, rhythm and harmonies are so addictive that the lyrics sometimes get lost, but they are incredibly good!

  • @DrCMac-hp3wk
    @DrCMac-hp3wk Місяць тому

    It is indeed phenomenal music. Indeed

  • @audiemccall5332
    @audiemccall5332 3 місяці тому +3

    It keeps you Running is one of his vocal masterpieces

  • @hlawrencepowell
    @hlawrencepowell 3 місяці тому +5

    I asked ChatGPT. She said: Michael McDonald is a highly distinctive and accomplished vocalist known for his soulful and raspy voice. His singing style is often characterized by a smooth and rich tone, with a notable ability to convey emotion and depth in his performances. McDonald's voice has a unique timbre, featuring a combination of warmth and grit that sets him apart in the realm of blue-eyed soul and R&B.
    His vocal range allows him to navigate through various octaves effortlessly, and he often incorporates soulful inflections and nuanced phrasing into his singing. McDonald gained prominence as a member of the Doobie Brothers, contributing significantly to their sound with his soulful lead vocals and background harmonies. Over the years, he has also enjoyed a successful solo career, showcasing his versatile voice in a variety of musical genres, including rock, pop, and rhythm and blues. Overall, Michael McDonald's voice is distinctive, soulful, and instantly recognizable.

    • @lmhofmann3934
      @lmhofmann3934 2 місяці тому +1

      Rich is a great word.
      Raspy is another.
      Blue-eyed soul.
      I’m really surprised I haven’t seen this posted yet, but this is how we White people would refer to a lot of voices and sounds very similar.
      Like Hall & Oates, for example. It used to floor the Black folks in school when we insisted H&O and Mike McD were white.
      ‘Nu-uh! No white boys sound like that!’ They went home, turned on MTV, and came to school the next day with their proverbial tails between their legs. Whoops.
      George Michael is another fantastic example of Blue-eyed soul. This may be heresy to some, and that’s fine, but his version of ‘Papa was a Rolling Stone’ is actually the one I like the best. 🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @JEmmertz
    @JEmmertz Місяць тому

    As a fool, I believe that this is way beyond good!

  • @kittykixbootie
    @kittykixbootie Місяць тому

    You just crack me up but you are so right. The Doobie Bros. are super talented. We don't have much of that today.

  • @TheDivayenta
    @TheDivayenta 3 місяці тому +6

    “ Taking It to the Streets” live- is McDonald’s gospel Civil Rights anthem. ❤And he also wrote What A Fool Believes with the great Kenny Loggins.
    Watch him and Kenny doing it LIVE.
    MIKE’s voice to me is SMOOTH and ROUGH rolled into one sexay package!

    • @lmhofmann3934
      @lmhofmann3934 2 місяці тому

      Watching Kenny and Mike do it live on Soundstage I can hear so much more of Mike’s harmonizing - as opposed to his recording with The Doobie Brothers where everything is Mike’s voice layered in.
      The 14-15 minute clip on YT of Kenny Loggins and Michael McDonald at Soundstage in 2017 is really something. The three songs Kenny and Mike co-wrote together and them singing live. Tight as hell and not an autotune in sight! (Plus Kenny’s band and backup singers are really, really great and they look like they’re having fun!) The whole show is worth a watch, even if you’re not a huge KL fan. You’ll probably know more than you think.

  • @clydeb7713
    @clydeb7713 3 місяці тому +7

    Fantabulous!

  • @stevencastaneda3888
    @stevencastaneda3888 20 днів тому

    The video was from the Grammy Award show where "The Doobie Brothers" and Michael McDonald (who was a member of the band at that time) won Best Song and Best Record of the Year in 1980. Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins wrote the song and the Doobie Brothers also won... Best Vocal Performance by Group or Duo for "Minute by Minute".... it was a very good "Doobies Year". You should take a listen to "Minute by Minute" too and break it down and it will amaze you.... great music with the most recognizable voice in rock... Michael McDonald... BOOM! 😎

  • @anthearedmond6047
    @anthearedmond6047 Місяць тому +1

    A unique and resonant voice like no other. Beyond fabulous. ❤

  • @D1Gr8hansGraf
    @D1Gr8hansGraf 3 місяці тому +5

    The Doobie Brothers came before Michael. They have a great number of hits before, during and after Michael joined them. Like other posters suggested, try Black Water. Then listen to Long Train Running, Jesus is Just Alright, Take Me in Your Arms, China Grove and Listen to the Music for starters.

  • @KimberN111
    @KimberN111 3 місяці тому +3

    Soulful!

  • @elizabethfyffe5377
    @elizabethfyffe5377 27 днів тому

    Not only is Michael talented but he's gorgeous too!

  • @newme1813
    @newme1813 Місяць тому +1

    Born in 1971, We had GREAT MUSIC to listen to!
    From the Doobie Brothers, The Commodores,James Ingram, Switch,Eric Clapton, Rod Stewart, Journey (Steve Perry), James Taylor, The Eagles, Player, Hall and Oats,Fleetwood Mac,....
    Too many others to list!
    Air Supply, REO Speedwagon, Chicago,Santana, TOTO, and STILL many others,lol!❤ 💯

  • @rogerdaly6326
    @rogerdaly6326 3 місяці тому +8

    So many bands from the 70's had outstanding vocals & harmonized seamlessly.

  • @matthewdooley7855
    @matthewdooley7855 3 місяці тому +3

    Smooth.
    Doobie Bros are great - there were notoriously meticulous in crafting their songs, and I think it comes across in the music. Everything works together. But clearly MacDonald's voice is the centerpiece. Even if he has some unintelligible lyrics at times.

  • @janiewindle946
    @janiewindle946 2 місяці тому

    That's the year I graduated high school. Memories!!

  • @BosteroXeneize1905
    @BosteroXeneize1905 8 днів тому

    Michael voice , SOULFUL 🔥🔥🔥