Scheduled for this summer, The Doobie Brothers are set to release their first new LP featuring Michael McDonald in four decades.
After joining the iconic pop/rock group in 1975 as a temporary replacement to Tom Johnston, former lead singer McDonald left the group in 1982, and marking his first contribution of original material with her former band since 1980’s ‘One Step Closer’,’ the blue-eyed soul singer will be featured on the Doobies newest LP.
Taking to social media in a year end facebook post, The Doobie Brothers wrote:
“It’s been a long winding road since those early days but we’re still working together, doing our best to remain creative, and looking forward to bringing our music to you folks out there again next year.”
Titled ‘Walk This Road’ the forthcoming full length will include 10 new songs co-written and sung by Michael McDonald, founding member Pat Simmons and original vocalist Tom Johnston.
Along with the new collection announcement, the group added:
“John McFee added his incredible musical talents as well. Once more we turned to the amazing John Shanks who produced, wrote, and played on the tracks with us. Fortunately we’re back working with our friends at Warner Brothers/Rhino Records on this release.” “We had a lot of fun recording it and we feel very proud of the results.” “We are so fortunate to have your continued support and thankful for the opportunity you’ve given us to play the music we love and work so hard to create. It’s such a privilege to share the songs that connect us with you, hopefully rekindling happy memories and creating new ones together.”
Since going solo in the early-80s, Michael has returned intermittently for various studio projects, including the band’s 2014 covers LP ‘Southbound’ and he returned full time in 2019.
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Author: Al Denté
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