Michael McDonald singing the bridge here at 2:57 takes me back nearly 50 years to Steely Dan's April 21, 1974 concert at the U. of Toledo. While waiting for the arena doors to open, my wife and I heard the band inside playing this song as their soundcheck. When they got to the bridge we heard a voice that we knew was no longer Donald Fagen's. Two hours later when they played it again to a live audience we could put Michael McDonald's face with that incredible voice we had heard earlier. The other enduring memory of "Pretzel Logic" was Donald Fagen leaving his piano during the long, bluesy outro and standing center stage, conducting the band like a symphony maestro. When Becker & Fagen ceased touring after July 1974, we followed guitarist Jeff "Skunk" Baxter and McDonald over to The Doobie Brothers to get our live music fix for the rest of that decade.
I'm glad they did this but not surprized because Michael played with Steely Dan and does this song with Donald Fagen and Boz Scaggs as The Dukes of September...I hope they do it again and Michael sings more of it!!!😊❤
It's to bad that Tom couldn't be there but they marched on like the pros that they are. When I saw them the bass player sang most of the songs that Tom would have sung and did a fine job.
Where's Tom Johnston? He's not on stage here. A month after this show, he wasn't in the rained delayed show in Portsmouth VA on 7-3-23. My first thought is that I hope he's okay. I'm sorry that I didn't get to see him jam with his brothers, but, it was a good show. I was hoping to see him. In my opinion, he's the best voice they've ever had. However, Patrick Simmons showed me that he's truly the heart of this band. He proved that he can carry a show. It was a nice to see Bruce Hornsby drop in leading into the Pretzel Logic finale. Tom, wherever you are, hope to see you soon.
Tom Johnston had back surgery in May . He was having severe back pains. Apparently he is supposed to be back in time for tbeir Canadian tour,which will start in early October.
Pretty sure this request came from Mike McDonald - this was the song that got Mike recognised when he was a 21 year old in 1973 touring with Steely Dan that year. He sang a couple of songs including All Too Mobile Home and played second keys on the tours BUT it was this song that blew people away when Mike hit the bridge break "Well I stepped " etc. And it pretty much finished Donald Fagen touring and singing live. He said at the time "when Mike broke in and hit that bridge on Pretzel. I new my game was up". Mike was in the Doobie Brothers within months and the rest is hilarious as they say. So yes, this is the song that broke Mike to a whole new audience. Here is the original live from 1974. Much more of a raw early Dan rock tone and Mike clearly stands out taking the high parts. Go straight to 3.07 for his solo vocal, 21 years old, amazing: ua-cam.com/video/zapgcu8i3DA/v-deo.html
Love how Tom Johnson was just chillin mostly playing rhythm guitar and then sets things on fire with a lead guitar explosion. Then Pat and Tom playing together 🎶 Listen to the Music 🎶 😊
Doobies doing a cover of Steely Dan is crazy cool.
They what?
@@johnhefter3815 The finale in Pretzel Logic... and it's incredible!
Michael McDonald singing the bridge here at 2:57 takes me back nearly 50 years to Steely Dan's April 21, 1974 concert at the U. of Toledo. While waiting for the arena doors to open, my wife and I heard the band inside playing this song as their soundcheck. When they got to the bridge we heard a voice that we knew was no longer Donald Fagen's. Two hours later when they played it again to a live audience we could put Michael McDonald's face with that incredible voice we had heard earlier. The other enduring memory of "Pretzel Logic" was Donald Fagen leaving his piano during the long, bluesy outro and standing center stage, conducting the band like a symphony maestro. When Becker & Fagen ceased touring after July 1974, we followed guitarist Jeff "Skunk" Baxter and McDonald over to The Doobie Brothers to get our live music fix for the rest of that decade.
Great story/memory!
I'm glad they did this but not surprized because Michael played with Steely Dan and does this song with Donald Fagen and Boz Scaggs as The Dukes of September...I hope they do it again and Michael sings more of it!!!😊❤
That is cool as hell.
I used to get frustrated with the lineup changes but I was missing the point--these Brothers keep finding ways to win!
It's to bad that Tom couldn't be there but they marched on like the pros that they are. When I saw them the bass player sang most of the songs that Tom would have sung and did a fine job.
Saw them last night at The Louisville Palace. Fabulous cover, amazing night!
DOOBIES always delivering the BEST..even PRETZEL LOGIC!! PS AND MM 🤘💗Get well Tom!! 50+ GREAT...
Zow!! Bam 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Russo’s sax solo is a nice touch
Where's Tom Johnston? He's not on stage here. A month after this show, he wasn't in the rained delayed show in Portsmouth VA on 7-3-23. My first thought is that I hope he's okay. I'm sorry that I didn't get to see him jam with his brothers, but, it was a good show. I was hoping to see him. In my opinion, he's the best voice they've ever had. However, Patrick Simmons showed me that he's truly the heart of this band. He proved that he can carry a show. It was a nice to see Bruce Hornsby drop in leading into the Pretzel Logic finale.
Tom, wherever you are, hope to see you soon.
Pat Simmons was the backbone of the Doobies.humble & always great,i love the guy!
Recently had back surgery. Haven't seen an update or timeline for return
Tom Johnston had back surgery in May . He was having severe back pains. Apparently he is supposed to be back in time for tbeir Canadian tour,which will start in early October.
Sweeeet.
Get well soon Tom. We miss you brother!!!
Pat Simmons at about 4:10 leans into that gitar,so happy he's still rocking! he was the back of this band & my favorite Doobie..
Worthy of a sound check
Never thought I would have the 💜 privilege of hearing the Doobies cover steely Dan absolutely 💕💕❤️💕💕
They got it down!! Coolest thing I've seen in a while.
2 of my favorite bands
Got to see this show a couple months ago .. great show , good family show for the older kids if you have them
hopefully they make a cover of this🔥
ummm. this is a cover...of...this.
@@johnhefter3815 i meant like on an album or something you 𝐝𝐨 know they’re recording new material again, right?
Steely Dan opened for The Doobie Brothers on some of their west coast tour dates in 1973.
Great capture and post by the way - thanks for the upload, historical.
LOVE the Simmons-McFee part!
We saw them in Youngstown last night. Excellent show.
Pretty sure this request came from Mike McDonald - this was the song that got Mike recognised when he was a 21 year old in 1973 touring with Steely Dan that year. He sang a couple of songs including All Too Mobile Home and played second keys on the tours BUT it was this song that blew people away when Mike hit the bridge break "Well I stepped " etc. And it pretty much finished Donald Fagen touring and singing live. He said at the time "when Mike broke in and hit that bridge on Pretzel. I new my game was up". Mike was in the Doobie Brothers within months and the rest is hilarious as they say.
So yes, this is the song that broke Mike to a whole new audience.
Here is the original live from 1974. Much more of a raw early Dan rock tone and Mike clearly stands out taking the high parts. Go straight to 3.07 for his solo vocal, 21 years old, amazing: ua-cam.com/video/zapgcu8i3DA/v-deo.html
You almost have to cover Steely Dan with Michael McDonald in the lineup!!!👏👏
Love how Tom Johnson was just chillin mostly playing rhythm guitar and then sets things on fire with a lead guitar explosion. Then Pat and Tom playing together 🎶 Listen to the Music 🎶 😊
Tom zjohnston isn't playing here , he was off with a bad back
still a tight band even without tom, hopefully he will be back soon... carry on doobies
Sadly I never saw them LIVE with Tom, I've seen them 3 times between 80-84. What a magical show.
I hope they still play this song even when Tom comes back
I wonder if 'Donald' with Steely Dan will do 'Minute by Minute' as a nod back to the Doobies when on tour?!
They were great at alpine valley. N 1979
I had tickets at Huber Heights Ohio. I sold them . I’m not going to pay that kind money for the Doobies without Tom Johnston.
This proves TRUE ARTIST!!! ROCK ON DOOBIES