The Doobie Brothers, including Michael McDonald, return to Tampa

Blues guitar virtuoso Robert Cray opens at the ol’ Gary.

By Josh Bradley on Wed, Jul 3, 2024 at 2:35 pm

Photo by Caesar Carbajal

The Doobie Brothers play MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa, Florida on June 20, 2022.

I think it’s safe to assume that in terms of his 50th anniversary tour return to The Doobie Brothers earlier this decade, Michael McDonald is here to stay.

According to bandmates Patrick Simmons and Tom Johnston, a new album with McDonald (which would be the band’s first with him at the forefront in over 40 years) is just about in the can.

While most of the details are being secured, the yacht-rock legends are stoked about throwing in some gospel influence with a track called “Walk This Road,” supposedly featuring guest contributions from gospel legend Mavis Staples.

Blues guitar virtuoso Robert Cray opens at the ol’ Gary.

Tickets to see The Doobie Brothers play MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre in Tampa on Thursday, July 11 are still available and start at $35. Subscribe to Creative Loafing newsletters.

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Josh Bradley is Creative Loafing Tampa's resident live music freak. He started freelancing with the paper in 2020 at the age of 18, and has since covered, announced, and previewed numerous live shows in Tampa Bay. Check the music section in print and online every week for the latest in local live music.

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