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Best Of The Doobies Volume II
''Best of the Doobies, Vol. II'' is a compilation album by the Doobie Brothers released in November 1981. It features ten songs from the three albums the band released between 1977 and 1980. The album peaked at No. 39 on the ''Billboard'' Top LPs chart and was certified Gold by the RIAA. Track listing Personnel The Doobie Brothers *Jeff Baxter – guitars *Cornelius Bumpus – lead (4) and backing vocals, saxophones, organ *John Hartman – drums, percussion *Keith Knudsen – backing vocals, drums, percussion *Bobby LaKind – backing vocals, percussion *Chet McCracken – drums, percussion, mallets * Michael McDonald – lead (1, 3–5, 7–10) and backing vocals, keyboards, synthesizers *John McFee – backing vocals, guitars *Tiran Porter – backing vocals, bass guitar *Patrick Simmons – lead (2, 6, 8) and backing vocals, guitars Additional personnel *Rosemary Butler – backing vocals (1, 3, 6–7) *Ben Cauley – trumpet (6–7) *Jimmie Haskell – string arrang ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Doobie Brothers
The Doobie Brothers are an American rock band formed in San Jose, California in 1970. Known for their flexibility in performing across numerous genres and their vocal harmonies, the band has been active for over five decades, with their greatest success taking place in the 1970s. The group's current lineup consists of founding members Tom Johnston (guitars, keyboards, harmonica, vocals) and Patrick Simmons (guitars, banjo, recorder, vocals), alongside Michael McDonald (keyboards, synthesizers, vocals) and John McFee (guitars, pedal steel guitar, mandolin, banjo, violin, cello, harmonica, vocals), and touring musicians including John Cowan (bass, vocals), Marc Russo (saxophones), Ed Toth (drums), and Marc Quiñones (percussion, backing vocals). Long-serving former members include guitarist Jeff "Skunk" Baxter, bassist Tiran Porter, and drummers John Hartman, Michael Hossack, and Keith Knudsen. Johnston provided the lead vocals from 1970 to 1975, when they featured a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Michael McDonald (musician)
Michael H. McDonald (born February 12, 1952) is an American singer, songwriter and keyboardist. Known for his distinctive, soulful voice, he was a backing vocalist for Steely Dan from 1975 to 1980 and the lead vocalist of the Doobie Brothers across various stints (1975–1982, 1987, 2019–present). McDonald wrote and sang several hit singles with the Doobie Brothers, including " What a Fool Believes", " Minute by Minute", " Takin' It to the Streets", " Real Love" and " It Keeps You Runnin'". McDonald has also performed as a prominent backing vocalist on numerous recordings by artists including Steely Dan, Toto, Christopher Cross, and Kenny Loggins. McDonald's solo career consists of nine studio albums and a number of singles, including the 1982 hit " I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)". During his career, McDonald has collaborated with a number of other artists, including James Ingram, David Cassidy, Van Halen, Patti LaBelle, Twinkie Clark, Lee Ritenour, the Win ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lester Abrams
Lester Abrams (born 1945) is a singer, songwriter, musician and producer who has played with such artists as B.B. King, Stevie Wonder, Peabo Bryson, Quincy Jones, Manfred Mann, Brian Auger, The Average White Band, The Doobie Brothers, Rufus and many others. Two of his co-compositions appeared on the Grammy Award–winning Doobie Brothers’ album ''Minute by Minute''. He has also composed songs for film and television; two of his works can be heard in the Oliver Stone–produced movie '' South Central''. Lester Abrams was also a member of and/or associated with several other bands and people, including Leslie Smith, Arno Lucas, Rick Chudacoff, The Les Smith Soul Band, L.A. Carnival, Crackin' and more recently, Connie Price and the Keystones. Biography Lester's maternal grandmother moved the Abrams family from the Southwest to Omaha in the early 1900s; Lester's multi-racial father met his bi-racial mother there. Lester was born in 1945, and, as a child, had serious problems ex ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Minute By Minute (The Doobie Brothers Song)
"Minute by Minute" is a song written by Michael McDonald and Lester Abrams originally released by the Doobie Brothers on their 1978 album '' Minute by Minute''. The single was released in April 1979, and reached number 14 on June 23 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart. It was nominated for a Grammy Award for Song of the Year, but lost out to the Doobie Brothers' own " What a Fool Believes". "Minute by Minute" did win a Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Performance By A Duo, Group Or Chorus at the 22nd Annual Grammy Awards. Lyrics and music AllMusic critic Matthew Greenwald describes "Minute by Minute" as one of the songs that reflects the Doobie Brothers' transformation to "a light, soul-oriented outfit." Keyboards are more prominent in the song than in some of the Doobie Brothers' earlier hits. Greenwald praises the "simple and literate" lyrics and notes possible influence from Booker T. & the M.G.'s in the music. In their book ''Inside the Hits'', authors Wayne Wadhams, David Natha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patrick Henderson
Reverend Patrick Henderson was a gospel keyboard player, songwriter and producer. He has written several songs in collaboration with Michael McDonald, playing on a number of his and the Doobie Brothers albums. Henderson has long associations with many other artists as well, including Leon Russell, Michael Bolton, Nils Lofgren and Freddie King. He won a Gospel Music Association The Gospel Music Association (GMA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1964 for the purpose of supporting and promoting the development of all forms of gospel music. As of 2011, there are about 4,000 members worldwide. The GMA's membership c ... "Dove Award" for Best Contemporary Gospel Record Song of the Year in 1990. Biography Patrick Henderson was born in Dallas, Texas, in January 15, 1949. Henderson contributed the story of how his hand was cut off by an insane fan to the 2006 book by David Ritz. He died on January 14, 2024. References {{DEFAULTSORT:Henderson, Patrick American performers ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Real Love (Doobie Brothers Song)
"Real Love" is a hit song by The Doobie Brothers, the first of three singles from their 1980 LP, ''One Step Closer (The Doobie Brothers album), One Step Closer''. "Real Love" became the greatest hit from the album, reaching No. 5 on the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot 100 during the fall of the year. It is the group's third highest-charting U.S. single after their two number-one hits, "Black Water (song), Black Water" and "What a Fool Believes". The song reached No. 12 in Canada. It was also a Top 20 Adult Contemporary hit in both nations. ''Record World'' said that its "blue-eyed soul and melodic keyboard finesse translate into another multi-format charttopper." The song became the second of nine songs entitled "Real Love" charting on the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot 100 between 1980 and 1996, with the final being Real Love (The Beatles song), the Beatles hit. It is also the second biggest hit with this title, behind Real Love (Jody Watley song), Jody Watley's. Personnel *Michael McDonald ( ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bobby LaKind
Robert Jay LaKind (November 3, 1945 – December 24, 1992) was an American conga player, vocalist, songwriter and occasional backup drummer with The Doobie Brothers. Originally a lighting roadie for the band, he was invited to join as a sideman for studio sessions after band members noticed his talent when LaKind goofed around on the congas after a concert. LaKind was from Teaneck, New Jersey and graduated from Teaneck High School, Class of 1963. He attended the University of Kentucky and was a member of Sigma Nu fraternity, the Animal House of the university's fraternities during the 1960s. Also a member of Sigma Nu during this time was basketball player and future coach, Pat Riley. LaKind was a session man with the Doobie Brothers from 1976 and joined them onstage as well. When the band appeared as guest stars on '' What's Happening!!'' in early 1978, he was portrayed as a full member. However, he was not actually credited as such on an album until the Farewell Tour album i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dependin' On You
"Dependin' on You" is a song written by Michael McDonald and Patrick Simmons that was first released by the Doobie Brothers on their 1978 album ''Minute by Minute''. It was also released as the third single from the album. It has subsequently been released on live and compilation albums. Background "Dependin' on You" was co-written by Michael McDonald and Patrick Simmons. Simmons was the primary writer of the song. Unlike the previous singles from ''Minute by Minute'', "What A Fool Believes" and "Minute by Minute" where McDonald takes the lead vocal, Simmons is the lead vocalist on "Dependin' on You." Nicolette Larson and Rosemary Butler provide backing vocals. Reception ''Cash Box'' said of the single "Dependin' on You" that it has "brass flourishes," "an infectious piano and bass boogie beat." ''Billboard'' praised the "arresting" hook and the use of the horns, saying that the song "is closer in spirit and tone to 'What A Fool Believes' than the jazz flavor of the album's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kenny Loggins
Kenneth Clark "Kenny" Loggins (born January 7, 1948) is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. His early songs were recorded with the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in 1970, which led to seven albums recorded with Jim Messina (musician), Jim Messina as Loggins and Messina from 1972 to 1977. His early soundtrack contributions date back to ''A Star Is Born (1976 film), A Star Is Born'' in 1976, and he is known as the "Honorific nicknames in popular music#L, King of the Movie Soundtrack". As a solo artist, Loggins experienced a string of soundtrack successes, including an Academy Award nomination for "Footloose (song), Footloose" in 1985. ''Finally Home'' was released in 2013, shortly after Loggins formed the group Blue Sky Riders with Gary Burr and Georgia Middleman. He won a Emmy Award, Daytime Emmy Award, two Grammy Awards and was nominated for an Academy Award, a Tony Award, and a Golden Globe Award. Early life Loggins was born in Everett, Washington, the youngest of three brot ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Minute By Minute
''Minute by Minute'' is the eighth studio album by American rock band the Doobie Brothers, released on December 1, 1978, by Warner Bros. Records. It was their last album to include members John Hartman (until '' Cycles'') and Jeff "Skunk" Baxter. The album spent 87 weeks on the ''Billboard'' 200 chart. In the spring of 1979 ''Minute by Minute'' was the best-selling album in the U.S. for five non-consecutive weeks. It was certified 3× Platinum by the RIAA. The song " What a Fool Believes" hit No. 1 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 in April 1979 and became the band's biggest hit. The title track and "Depending on You" were also released as singles and reached the top 30. ''Minute by Minute'' made the Doobie Brothers one of the big winners at the 22nd Grammy Awards. The album got the trophy for Best Pop Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group and received a nomination for Album of the Year. The single "What a Fool Believes" earned them three Grammys, including Song and Record of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
What A Fool Believes
"What a Fool Believes" is a song written by Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins. The best-known version was recorded by The Doobie Brothers (with McDonald singing lead vocals) for their 1978 album '' Minute by Minute''. Debuting at number 73 on January 20, 1979, the single reached number one on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 on April 14, 1979, for one week.Joel Whitburn, ''The Billboard Book of Top 40 Hits'', 1996, Billboard Books, p. 189 The song received Grammy Awards in 1980 for both Song of the Year and Record of the Year. In 2024, the song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. The song was one of the few non-disco No. 1 hits on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 during the first eight months of 1979. Composition Michael McDonald and Kenny Loggins, who had wanted to collaborate for some time, wrote the song together in Los Angeles. Loggins went to McDonald's house and heard him playing a tune on piano, and suggested they work on that as he already had a hook line, "She had a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Carlene Carter
Carlene Carter (born Rebecca Carlene Smith; September 26, 1955) is an American country music singer and songwriter. She is the daughter of June Carter Cash and her first husband, Carl Smith (country musician), Carl Smith. Since 1978, Carter has recorded 12 albums as of 2020, primarily on major labels. In the same timespan, she has released more than 20 singles, including three number three-peaking hits on the ''Billboard (magazine), Billboard'' Hot Country Songs charts. Career Carlene Carter's earliest released solo recording was "Friendly Gates", a track included on her stepfather Johnny Cash's 1974 album ''Junkie and the Juicehead Minus Me, The Junkie and the Juicehead Minus Me'', and credited under the name Carlene Routh. Her solo recording career began in the late 1970s with her eponymous debut album. In 1979, during a concert at New York City's The Bottom Line (venue), The Bottom Line, she introduced a song about mate-swapping called "Swap-Meat Rag", from her album ''Two S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
