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Michael McDonald (born February 12, 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri) is an American R&B/soul singer (sometimes described as a “blue-eyed soul” singer), known for his trademark husky baritone voice.
McDonald played in several local bands (such as Mike and the Majestics, Jerry Jay and the Sheratons, the Reebtoors, and The Guild) while attending McCluer High School in his hometown of Ferguson, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis. He was ‘discovered’ while playing with a group called Blue and consequently moved to Los Angeles in 1970. He first gained wide attention as an adjunct member of the group Steely Dan, providing back-up vocals and keyboards. Michael continued to do background vocals for Steely Dan up to their 1980 Gaucho release.
McDonald was recruited by The Doobie Brothers in April 1975 when lead singer Tommy Johnston became ill during a national tour. As a member of the Doobies, he recorded some of his most memorable songs, such as “Takin’ It To The Streets,” “Little Darling,” “Minute By Minute,” and “What A Fool Believes” (which earned him a 1980 Grammy Award for Song of the Year).
After the Doobies’ first farewell tour, McDonald continued with a very successful solo career. Among his hits are
* “I Keep Forgettin’”, a duet with his sister Maureen, later sampled in 1994 by Warren G
* “Sweet Freedom”, the theme to the 1986 MGM film Running Scared
* “Take It To Heart”
* “Yah Mo B There”, a duet with James Ingram which won a 1985 Grammy for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals
McDonald played in several local bands (such as Mike and the Majestics, Jerry Jay and the Sheratons, the Reebtoors, and The Guild) while attending McCluer High School in his hometown of Ferguson, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis. He was ‘discovered’ while playing with a group called Blue and consequently moved to Los Angeles in 1970. He first gained wide attention as an adjunct member of the group Steely Dan, providing back-up vocals and keyboards. Michael continued to do background vocals for Steely Dan up to their 1980 Gaucho release.
McDonald was recruited by The Doobie Brothers in April 1975 when lead singer Tommy Johnston became ill during a national tour. As a member of the Doobies, he recorded some of his most memorable songs, such as “Takin’ It To The Streets,” “Little Darling,” “Minute By Minute,” and “What A Fool Believes” (which earned him a 1980 Grammy Award for Song of the Year).
After the Doobies’ first farewell tour, McDonald continued with a very successful solo career. Among his hits are
* “I Keep Forgettin’”, a duet with his sister Maureen, later sampled in 1994 by Warren G
* “Sweet Freedom”, the theme to the 1986 MGM film Running Scared
* “Take It To Heart”
* “Yah Mo B There”, a duet with James Ingram which won a 1985 Grammy for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals
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Eggi56 wrote:
Can't agree with loudecibels… Mike is one of my favourite musicians, love his voice. Going familiar with foxmusicbox: Come to Europe, Michael, you've got fans especially in and around Munic!!
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PhamilyJules wrote:
Every wonder what it would be like if Michael McDonald was your camp counselor? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSVq3UOZWCY
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Ristaccia wrote:
LOL vv
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loudecibels wrote:
"I would rather listen to Fran Drescher for eight hours than have to listen to Michael McDonald. Nothing against him, but if I hear "Yah Mo B There" one more time, I'm going to "Yah Mo" burn this place to the ground."
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romanmoeller wrote:
Underrated!
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Lord_Krichian wrote:
his debut album rules
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archange08 wrote:
yea man super !!!
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foxmusicbox wrote:
Michael, come to Europe! Please!
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profrjross wrote:
If you like Michael McDonald, Ray Charles, Steely Dan, and Aaron Neville then you'll love PROFESSOR RJ ROSS! Join the Mailing List and get a FREE song from his new album FACE 2 FACE http://www.myspace.com/professorrjross
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victormacedo wrote:
I don't understand why he's so underrated. :/
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intheluminol wrote:
Sheeeeeeeeee had a place in his liiiiiiiiife... heeeeeeee never made her think twiiiiiiiiiice....
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gizmoUK wrote:
Fantastic vocals,a real star
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ramiroreguerin wrote:
su voz es incomparable ... su estilo soul ..., lo conozco desde los "doobies" y es uno de mis grandes favoritos de siempre ...
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tempts wrote:
grande voce.....
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Mereillejames wrote:
One of the best vocalists ever, amazing.
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elwin1990 wrote:
One of the best voices ever! Love 'Sweet Freedom'!
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foxmusicbox wrote:
one of my favourite artists.
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beattrapkit wrote:
the smoothness of the silver fox
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andersson33 wrote:
God he's good. The white boy of soul, bar none.
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FiestaFacelift wrote:
Eyes of A Child is hilarious.
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- Dec 12 Michael McDonald San Jose Civic Auditorium, San Jose CA, United States
- Dec 16 Michael McDonald Holiday Show The Capital One Bank Theatre at Westbury, Westbury, New York, United States
- Dec 17 Michael McDonald Sandler Center For The Performing Arts, Virginia Beach, VA, Virginia Beach, United States
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Keep Walkin.....
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