Michael McDonald (musician)

Michael McDonald
McDonald performing live in 2019
Background information
Born	(1952-02-12) February 12, 1952 (age 72) St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.
Genres	Blue-eyed soul R&B pop rock soft rock[1]
Occupations	Musician singer songwriter record producer
Instruments	Vocals keyboards
Years active	1973–present
Labels	Warner Bros. Reprise Ramp Universal Music Group Motown
Member of	The Doobie Brothers
Formerly of	Steely Dan the New York Rock and Soul Revue the Dukes of September
Website	michaelmcdonald.com

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", and "Takin' It to the Streets." 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 Winans, Aretha Franklin, Toto, Grizzly Bear,^[2] Joni Mitchell, and Thundercat.^[3] He has also recorded for television and film soundtracks.

McDonald is the recipient of five Grammy Awards,^[4] and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Doobie Brothers in 2020.^[5]