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The Doobie Brothers

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The Doobie Brothers reign at the pinnacle of the American rock scene. Since their debut in 1971, they have captivated music fans around the world for over 40 years with their guitar-driven rock sound, superb harmonies, and songs rooted in traditional music (in 2023, they visited Japan as part of their 50th-anniversary tour, accompanied by Michael McDonald). This release is a Softpack reissue CD commemorating the 50th anniversary of their sixth studio album, *TAKIN IT TO THE STREETS* (Japanese title: *Doobie Street*), released in March 1976, immediately following their first visit to Japan in January of that year. It was the first album featuring lead vocalist and keyboardist Michael McDonald, who brought sophisticated, urban elements to the bands previously guitar-driven Southern style, setting a new direction for the group. Peaking at No. 8 on the U.S. album charts, this classic album s