Doobie Brothers, Aug. 9, 2025: Shows I’ll Never Forget
The Doobie Brothers remain one of the most consistently satisfying touring bands, almost five decades after their peak years.
The Doobie Brothers remain one of the most consistently satisfying touring bands, almost five decades after their peak years.
‘Livin’ on the Fault Line’ was the Doobie Brothers’ lowest-selling Michael McDonald-era album. But it might just be the band’s best.

When Tom Johnston’s health faltered, producer Ted Templeman initially approached Patrick Simmons about fronting the Doobie Brothers. Simmons had another idea.