I blinked and turned 61. Thanks to these recordings I get to escape back to the best days of my life. Gimme my Schwinn Stingray and a peanut butter sandwich and I’ll see you at dinner, Mom.
I was born in 1962 and almost 10 when this amazing show came on air. I remember laying in front of the TV every Friday night with the sound down so my parents were none the wiser. 😄❤️
The Midnight Special was the best music show on tv and on Friday nights at midnight. This is best lineup of the Doobie Brothers right here. 🎸 🎸 🎸🎹🎹 🥁 🥁
A tragic situation brought them together. Corporate music kept them together. Michael should have ventured on his own sooner. He’s too nice of a man to admit it but he didn’t need a group to be exceptional.
People love to 'blame' McDonald for the change to their sound, but you have to remember Johnston quit the band and they needed someone to fill those huge boots. So they brought him in. He didn't kick down the door and exclaim, "I'm in the band now!"
It was a different musical aesthetic when Mac joined the band. They needed something to revive their flagging musical fortunes and he was the ticket. A lot of people didn't like the change in style, but it brought them additional success in record sales and radio play they wouldn't have had otherwise. They found a new audience. And Mac is still with them when they tour now.
@@OFLHLGZ28Such disrespect. Michael is a musical force in his own right. As much as I love the original Doobies sound, and probably prefer it, they were lucky to have acquired his services. 'Ruined' my ass.
It truly was amazing. One of the best era's ever. Last decade before the world went crazy. I loved every second of it. Best of times with a few hiccups but we handled things better back then.
Yes we were the lucky ones growing up in the 70s but since then some or all my friends have passed away God I loved the 70s and would do almost anything to go back to that time in my life
I caught the tail end of the 70s my father who never listened to music wasn't into music took me to see Led Zeppelin when I was 14 years old because I wanted to so bad I know I tortured him but thanks to him and my mother they let me pursue music Doobie Brothers Allman Brothers Led Zeppelin Aerosmith Jimi Hendrix Frank Marino Robin Trower then I saw Stevie Ray Vaughan and got me a Fender Stratocaster in 1983 saw the Doobie Brothers once with Joe Walsh a couple days after Stevie Ray passed away in Detroit when they dedicated the show to Stevie Ray there wasn't a dry eye in the house I love the Doobie Brothers Bob Seger the Silver Bullet Band Kiss all the bands in the 70s just phenomenal Alice Cooper the list goes on God bless the 70s can't forget about Grand Funk Railroad either what a great time
I was born in '67, so I was only about 5 when this aired, and definitely sound asleep. But my MomnDad kept the radio on, especially Mom, and I definitely remember hearing and loving "WHOAOOOAA, Listen to the music!!! All the Tiiiiiiiiime!" Such a Blessing to have grown up experiencing such Amazing and Talented Musicians! Love and Miss you 1970s, The Last American Decade!
I was born in '47. After 4 years of military service I got into bands like the Doobies, which I liked a lot. However, I think they were wrecked by the addition of Michael McDonald's pop-music sensibilities and incomprehendible lyrics.
@@paulmartos7730 You're my beloved uncle's age. He was a Vietnam veteran, so thank you for your service. You're the first person in my experience to say that they disapprove of Michael McDonald. I respect your opinion. Personally, I've always been a huge fan of his work with the Doobies and other great musicians, like Fagan and Becker of Steely Dan. Wait, are they pop culture sellouts too, despite being great musicians?
I was born in 1959 and born again at age 24 on 12-26-1983 and I just celebrated my 40th year anniversary walking down the Narrow Road with Jesus and after 40 yrs I can honestly say with all my heart; Jesus is just Allright with me! 🎶 🎵
The Doobie Brothers bring back nothing but hazy but happy memories, I'm only fifty but grew up with older brothers and sisters who blessed me with their taste in music. Thanks to them I became a huge fan of this band and whenever I hear a song of theirs I always smile 😁 loving this channel keep up the good work 👍🏻
Ok I saw this....I was 14 and GOT GROUNDED FOR SLIPPING OUT AT LATE NITE TO WATCH...😁....My daddy covered for me.....fast forward ...I will be 66 July 2024...And will be in KNOXVILLE TENNESSEE to watch my DOOBIES....GUYS we have grown up together.....❤..you took my heart when I was 13yrs old ...STILL GOT IT!!!....;))) ROCK ON!! till we meet ....;)) TENNESSEE Girl forever!!🤘😁♥️
I lived for The Midnight Special on Fridays nights when I was a teen in the 70's. Seeing my favorite bands perform some of my favorite songs live on TV. It was the next best thing to actually seeing them in concert. And this is a great performance of a great song.
One of the most remarkable things about 70,s music is the incredible amount of black bass players that played in mostly white bands!! Great music and musicians have no colour
@@Marco-AurelioHernandez No sir, my intentions were to highlight the diversity of humanity during the 70’s…Something that is void in today’s world! Good Day
Love the Doobies & especially Tom Johnston w/head band, soft wavy long hair & that voice ooof 😅 Saw them about 15 yrs ago, front row we got the party started & everyone up & dancing, can’t stand going to rock n’ roll shows & everyone sitting down.
I can't stand it when everyone stands up. I want to sit and enjoy the show without people blocking my view. Standing a concert is the height of rudeness. It's no better than standing to watch a movie.
Great stuff from my twenties. It's strangely both happy and sad seeing these great vids from back in the day. Happy to relive the good times and great music. Sad when I hear what pop music has become.
The seventies were without a doubt the best time for me. Loved everything but the music was beyond exceptional. I'm so thankful to have experiened that time.
In a world of rhythm and rhyme, Let the music take you on a chime. Feel the beat, let it guide your soul, As melodies and lyrics make you whole. Close your eyes, let the sound surround, With every note, a story is found. From jazz to rock, hip-hop to blues, In the music, find your own muse. Whether it's a symphony or a catchy tune, Let the melodies lift you, like a helium balloon. Let the harmonies carry you to distant lands, Where the power of music truly expands. So listen closely, to the magic in the air, Let the music ignite a fire, a flare. Feel the rhythm coursing through your veins, As the song plays on, let it erase all pains. Still listening in Fresno Ca 11.11.23
Was on my way to see The Doobie Brothers and got into a flash flood and had to turn around. . Would've been my first concert. . . Hated that I missed them.
This group is only a handful of great groups where they had lineup changes, Michael McDonald to skunk Baxter on guitar and forged forward. Dug them all thru out thier carreer. Shows that if you love what you do, you forge ahead.
Saw the Doobs sometime early 2000’s Beacon theater NYC. Guys next to us had weed and ended up driving us home all the way back to Connecticut. Michael McDonald was just starting to lose his voice but the show was still incredible! So glad I got to see them.
First time I heard the opening line for this song I was hooked..... fantastic song and Gary's voice is phenomenal and the whole band were magnificent... Brilliant.. utterly incredible.
The thing about The Doobie Brothers was/is it’s always about The SONG. Not one member outshines another , and the contribution is centered on the song itself. Some bands showcase a member or 2 , but the DB’s is a sum, equal of all parts.
I know it worked for Road Angel on their 'What Were Once Vices" album, but I never saw the benefit of having two drummers! One more guy you have to split the cash with. 😄
For those of us who grew up in the 70s - my God, were we lucky or what?
As someone born in '92, you most certainly were lucky.
Even luckier if born before that and you could hear "the birth of Rock 'n Roll" from the beginning. (Yes, I'm THAT old, and still digging it)
Very very lucky. The greatest music ever.
Incredibly lucky!
So lucky! In a 90 baby, sadly I will never get to see most of these amazing 60’s & 70’s classic rock bands live 😭
I blinked and turned 61. Thanks to these recordings I get to escape back to the best days of my life. Gimme my Schwinn Stingray and a peanut butter sandwich and I’ll see you at dinner, Mom.
This is original Doobies. What memories.
Actually it’s not original original….but it was the next version and the best.
So good it almost brings a tear to my eye. God how great was music back then?
I was born in 1962 and almost 10 when this amazing show came on air. I remember laying in front of the TV every Friday night with the sound down so my parents were none the wiser.
😄❤️
‘62 baby here too. As the “young folks” say.:if you know you know.
Me 62 gal
Me three! 😂❤🎶🎶🎶
1962 baby here as well!
We got to grow up during some of the most fantastic damn rocking music ever! Wouldn’t have wanted it any other way!😃❤️☮️🙏
I grew up in South San Jose. To us, they were our awesome local band. The Doobies did rock their way and it made millions of fans love them forever.
66' baby. When artists were truly ARTISTS!
The Midnight Special was the
best music show on tv and on
Friday nights at midnight.
This is best lineup of the
Doobie Brothers right here.
🎸 🎸 🎸🎹🎹 🥁 🥁
They were a jam band. I saw them in DC in ‘74. They were a great live act. They were never the same after Michael McDonald joined the band.
A tragic situation brought them together. Corporate music kept them together. Michael should have ventured on his own sooner. He’s too nice of a man to admit it but he didn’t need a group to be exceptional.
People love to 'blame' McDonald for the change to their sound, but you have to remember Johnston quit the band and they needed someone to fill those huge boots. So they brought him in. He didn't kick down the door and exclaim, "I'm in the band now!"
Nope. He ruined them…..
It was a different musical aesthetic when Mac joined the band. They needed something to revive their flagging musical fortunes and he was the ticket. A lot of people didn't like the change in style, but it brought them additional success in record sales and radio play they wouldn't have had otherwise. They found a new audience. And Mac is still with them when they tour now.
@@OFLHLGZ28Such disrespect. Michael is a musical force in his own right. As much as I love the original Doobies sound, and probably prefer it, they were lucky to have acquired his services. 'Ruined' my ass.
The REAL Doobie Brothers.
Fuckin A!
Yes! No Michael McDonald
Amen!
ya !
YES! Absolutely!
70's must have been a fucking amazing time.
Love that American flag on his guitar. No politics - just happy to be free and rockin.
It truly was amazing. One of the best era's ever. Last decade before the world went crazy. I loved every second of it. Best of times with a few hiccups but we handled things better back then.
Yeah absolutely no politics but just the American flag........ there has to be a place where stupidity stops, don't you think so?
Graduated high school in 1975. If we knew then what we know now we might have saved the world. Good times. When it came to music we had it all
It was.
Proud to be American.
How many of us wore out several 8 tracks listening to the doobies!
😂😂😂I still have an 8 track player with marshal Tucker band in it ! 😂😂
Vinyl too!
Yes we were the lucky ones growing up in the 70s but since then some or all my friends have passed away God I loved the 70s and would do almost anything to go back to that time in my life
I was 20 in 73 and saw them live for the first time. Since then I’ve attended 29 of their concerts in 50+ years, and they sound better than ever
So lucky x
I caught the tail end of the 70s my father who never listened to music wasn't into music took me to see Led Zeppelin when I was 14 years old because I wanted to so bad I know I tortured him but thanks to him and my mother they let me pursue music Doobie Brothers Allman Brothers Led Zeppelin Aerosmith Jimi Hendrix Frank Marino Robin Trower then I saw Stevie Ray Vaughan and got me a Fender Stratocaster in 1983 saw the Doobie Brothers once with Joe Walsh a couple days after Stevie Ray passed away in Detroit when they dedicated the show to Stevie Ray there wasn't a dry eye in the house I love the Doobie Brothers Bob Seger the Silver Bullet Band Kiss all the bands in the 70s just phenomenal Alice Cooper the list goes on God bless the 70s can't forget about Grand Funk Railroad either what a great time
That Les Paul is gorgeous
I was thinking the same thing--woah...
Good music never dies. This song will still be playing somewhere long after we are all gone from this world.
.....I was 13 years old back then....I'm 63 now.....LONG TIME... HALF OF A CENTURY!!!
Born 56. The 70 and 80 were amazing for sure looking back on it
same
@@doughodges7422 same
A universal anthem for the ages. This band’s harmonies are sublime!
Oohhh weee! When Tiran Porter joined Doobies , they took flight !
I was born in '67, so I was only about 5 when this aired, and definitely sound asleep. But my MomnDad kept the radio on, especially Mom, and I definitely remember hearing and loving "WHOAOOOAA, Listen to the music!!! All the Tiiiiiiiiime!" Such a Blessing to have grown up experiencing such Amazing and Talented Musicians! Love and Miss you 1970s, The Last American Decade!
I was bourn in '63 and don't know what that has to do with anything.
@narvul You made mention that the stupidity has to stop somewhere, so let it stop with you...Then you'll know what your age has to do with anything.
I was born in '47. After 4 years of military service I got into bands like the Doobies, which I liked a lot. However, I think they were wrecked by the addition of Michael McDonald's pop-music sensibilities and incomprehendible lyrics.
@@paulmartos7730 You're my beloved uncle's age. He was a Vietnam veteran, so thank you for your service. You're the first person in my experience to say that they disapprove of Michael McDonald. I respect your opinion. Personally, I've always been a huge fan of his work with the Doobies and other great musicians, like Fagan and Becker of Steely Dan. Wait, are they pop culture sellouts too, despite being great musicians?
I was born in 1959 and born again at age 24 on 12-26-1983 and I just celebrated my 40th year anniversary walking down the Narrow Road with Jesus and after 40 yrs I can honestly say with all my heart; Jesus is just Allright with me! 🎶 🎵
The Doobie Brothers bring back nothing but hazy but happy memories, I'm only fifty but grew up with older brothers and sisters who blessed me with their taste in music. Thanks to them I became a huge fan of this band and whenever I hear a song of theirs I always smile 😁 loving this channel keep up the good work 👍🏻
Ok I saw this....I was 14 and GOT GROUNDED FOR SLIPPING OUT AT LATE NITE TO WATCH...😁....My daddy covered for me.....fast forward ...I will be 66 July 2024...And will be in KNOXVILLE TENNESSEE to watch my DOOBIES....GUYS we have grown up together.....❤..you took my heart when I was 13yrs old ...STILL GOT IT!!!....;))) ROCK ON!! till we meet ....;)) TENNESSEE Girl forever!!🤘😁♥️
I was 13 when this was a hit on the radio back in the day, one of my fav doobie songs.
Two drummers, three guitars (bass player holds it down) and harmonies galore. God damn that is a jam. Thanks for posting.
Right on
I saw the Doobie Brothers in Sydney in 1973, I was 14 years old. Great memory, they were truly great
I lived for The Midnight Special on Fridays nights when I was a teen in the 70's. Seeing my favorite bands perform some of my favorite songs live on TV. It was the next best thing to actually seeing them in concert. And this is a great performance of a great song.
Had the best music, best cars, cheap gas, cheap smokes.
"Listen To The Music"... it's a way to make you smile! 😊 All the time... for sure... 🎶
Happy Wednesday... thank you for sharing! 💖
Happy Wednesday! Enjoy your day!
@@WoodenFerret 💖
Tom Johnston -a rocker’s rocker
First real concert i attended in Buffalo,NY. DOOBIES in 1974
One of the most remarkable things about 70,s music is the incredible amount of black bass players that played in mostly white bands!! Great music and musicians have no colour
Don't you think by simply the mention of 'black bass players' and 'white bands' you're making sure that music has the color element?
@@Marco-AurelioHernandez No sir, my intentions were to highlight the diversity of humanity during the 70’s…Something that is void in today’s world! Good Day
@@jayman860 musicians seem to be color blind!
@@roberthevern6169 Yes sir..🎼🎸
they've stayed true all these years later. They're a good live band.
Tom was about 25 when this was recorded. We were all so young then
Love the Doobies & especially Tom Johnston w/head band, soft wavy long hair & that voice ooof 😅
Saw them about 15 yrs ago, front row we got the party started & everyone up & dancing, can’t stand going to rock n’ roll shows & everyone sitting down.
I can't stand it when everyone stands up. I want to sit and enjoy the show without people blocking my view. Standing a concert is the height of rudeness. It's no better than standing to watch a movie.
What a band ! Great musicianship.
Great vocals. Every song makes me tap a foot, bounce my head and quietly sing along. Love the Doobies !!!
The Doobie Brothers got some nice country rock tracks….
Before lip syncing and all the technology there was pure live music. Love the Doobies and miss the Midnight Soecial.
i was at this show..so nice to see it again.. wonderful flashback ❤
Great stuff from my twenties. It's strangely both happy and sad seeing these great vids from back in the day. Happy to relive the good times and great music. Sad when I hear what pop music has become.
Seen them in concert 3 times over the years....always GREAT!!!
Mr.Dave Mason
I love you !
Please Come to Japan.
I am waiting Mason.
The seventies were without a doubt the best time for me. Loved everything but the music was beyond exceptional. I'm so thankful to have experiened that time.
I love this. Thank you. All time favorite Doobies for me is "China Grove," but this is a very close second.
Love me some Doobie Brothers
This song takes me right back to the early '70s.
The Midnight Special put on another phenomenal group on the show, and the endless talent they put on this show is simply amazing 🎉🎉
Love that bulb wall backdrop.
In a world of rhythm and rhyme,
Let the music take you on a chime.
Feel the beat, let it guide your soul,
As melodies and lyrics make you whole.
Close your eyes, let the sound surround,
With every note, a story is found.
From jazz to rock, hip-hop to blues,
In the music, find your own muse.
Whether it's a symphony or a catchy tune,
Let the melodies lift you, like a helium balloon.
Let the harmonies carry you to distant lands,
Where the power of music truly expands.
So listen closely, to the magic in the air,
Let the music ignite a fire, a flare.
Feel the rhythm coursing through your veins,
As the song plays on, let it erase all pains. Still listening in Fresno Ca 11.11.23
What a great post of a magical song from my youth! Fantastic singing and playing. Terrific bass playing!
I'm here for the Dobbie Brothers ❤
Was on my way to see The Doobie Brothers and got into a flash flood and had to turn around. . Would've been my first concert. . . Hated that I missed them.
Man, that’s no fun…
Soundtrack to my life growing up.
This is all live. These guys were really talented unlike the manufactured shit of today.
The “house band” of the Hell’s Angels. The first two rows of seats were reserved for them in those days
Tom workin' hard!
My True Love! SUMMER OF 79!
love the 2 drummers in 1 band. not often you see that....
This group is only a handful of great groups where they had lineup changes, Michael McDonald to skunk Baxter on guitar and forged forward. Dug them all thru out thier carreer. Shows that if you love what you do, you forge ahead.
Saw The Doobies twice in the 70s in Mobile, Alabama. Awesome memories!
That was cool! They were one of my favorite bands back then. I love their harmonies! ✌️
Family members always have great harmonies and the brothers Doobie are no exception!
Me too, me too 🎉🎉
One of the best rock songs ever written and played by one of the best rock bands ever to grace a stage...
THE GROOVE IS SO TIGHT!
Los Brothers Doobie.
My first concert, July 4, 1977
They sound perfect. Absolutely perfect.
I'm sure I must have seen this performance when it aired - was a huge Doobie Bros fan. Stampede tour was the first concert I ever saw.
What a great, early childhood jam in my parents' car!
This was better than the studio version by far ! No lip syncing just pure talent
My 4th birthday.... I love this song. Dang, I wish music like this was still being made.
Going to see them tonight here in Miami Fl. But unfortunately Tom Johnston missing this show and a few more due to emergency back surgery.
i heard he's off the tour for good. i hope not for long. i hope the surgery goes well. he can recover and then be back for some shows.
One of the great bands and songs of the time… and it still sounds great today. Loved the 70s and 80s.
Awesome
Big Mike Hossack, drums.From Little Falls, New Jersey.
Damn
I'm in love with Tom Johnston.
.........and I'm a 60 year old married dude
So so good ❤
This reminds me of fond childhood memories hanging out at a lake house…
This brought back a forgotten memory...I saw the Original Doobie Brothers lineup..possibly twice. Chicago 70's
These guys were excellent in concert in the early to mid 70's🎉👏👏💛
Coolest band ever
I remember this song getting a HUGE !!! amount of radio play..,big big HIT !
Loved watching midnight special back when I was growing up
I think they where the best band ever.
Saw the Doobs sometime early 2000’s Beacon theater NYC. Guys next to us had weed and ended up driving us home all the way back to Connecticut. Michael McDonald was just starting to lose his voice but the show was still incredible! So glad I got to see them.
This will always remind me of my mom & dad. They are both with Jesus now. ❤️ miss u🙏🏼♥️🫶
If marijuana had a theme song.....this is it!
Summer of 73...
This song was on the radio A LOT.
Loved it.
Doobie bros had talent and they had feelin.
Wow, that brought back some great memories. Love the Doobie Bros.!
The best era to have grown up in…glad I was there..music was brilliant 🥰🥰🥰
First time I heard the opening line for this song I was hooked..... fantastic song and Gary's voice is phenomenal and the whole band were magnificent... Brilliant.. utterly incredible.
Very very best good
The thing about The Doobie Brothers was/is it’s always about The SONG. Not one member outshines another , and the contribution is centered on the song itself. Some bands showcase a member or 2 , but the DB’s is a sum, equal of all parts.
Which of the other guys has the high pitched whiney voice he's the best.
Listening to the Music!
My favorite motorcycle riding band .
Was playing guitar in a band when this song came out. It was one of our favorite cover tunes.
SUPERBE GROUP!
I know it worked for Road Angel on their 'What Were Once Vices" album, but I never saw the benefit of having two drummers! One more guy you have to split the cash with. 😄
Magical. Just...magical.
Tremendos tiempos me da escalofrios