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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).
Following is a discography for the major solo works of American singer Michael McDonald. Albums. Studio albums. Title Album details Peak chart positions ...
Something stopped Michael McDonald from telling his story publicly — him. ... Prodded by a friend — actor and comedian Paul Reiser — McDonald is finally owning his story this spring in the ...
Michael McDonald recorded it with his sister Maureen McDonald providing background vocals. It was featured on If That's What It Takes, his first solo album away from The Doobie Brothers. Greg Phillinganes, Steve Lukather and Jeff Porcaro played the clavinet, guitar and drums respectively.
When Steely Dan stopped touring, McDonald jumped to another '70s icon, The Doobie Brothers. In 1975 — on the eve of the release of their fifth album — their original lead singer, Tom Johnston, was hospitalized and unable to tour. The band drafted McDonald into the line-up to replace him, giving him 48- hours to learn their entire set.
"On My Own" is a duet by American singers Patti LaBelle and Michael McDonald. It was written and produced by Burt Bacharach and his then-wife Carole Bayer Sager and originally recorded by singer Dionne Warwick for inclusion on her album Friends (1985).
If That's What It Takes is the debut studio album by American singer-songwriter Michael McDonald.The album was released in August 1982 and peaked at #6 on Billboard 200, while singles "I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)" and "I Gotta Try" went to #4 and #44 on the Billboard Hot 100, respectively.
The crowd ooohed, and the singer responded, “Michael McDonald.” Cher says she was enamored by McDonald and his voice. “I would have gone out with him for his voice,” she continued.