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Pat Simmons Recalls Doobies Second Era

Pulse of Radio — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:38:16 +0000

Pat Simmons recalled the band's uneasy days when frontman and guitarist Tom Johnston was sidelined from the group due to stomach ulcers, with the band choosing then-Steely Dan sideman and vocalist Michael McDonald to become the band's frontman and keyboardist.

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Johnston Finally Taking Doobies Seriously

Pulse of Radio — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 12:34:41 +0000

The Doobie Brothers are filling tour dates for 2013 and frontman Tom Johnston is talking about personal changes through the years with the band.

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Doobies' Johnston Reflects on 'Listen to the Music' at 40

Frank Mastropolo — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 22:49:18 +0000

In 1972, the infectious strumming riff that opened ‘Listen to the Music’ introduced fans to the uniquely American sound of the Doobie Brothers. Their blend of rock and R&B produced a string of hits throughout the next decade. At age 40, ‘Listen to the Music’ remains a classic rock radio staple and the Doobies -- with founding members Tom Johnston and Patrick Simmons -- still maintain a busy tour schedule.

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Doobies Proud To Be Legendary Indie Band

Crash — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:28:36 +0000

The Doobie Brothers are one of the many '70s bands out on the road that have embraced releasing their albums independently and calling the shots with their live shows.

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