Loading... Please wait...The Doobie Brothers are a classic American rock band formed in 1970, known for their smooth blend of rock, soul, and rhythm and blues. Early on, with members like Tom Johnston, they had a guitar-driven, rootsy sound heard in hits like Listen to the Music and China Grove. Later, when Michael McDonald joined, the band shifted toward a softer, soulful style with songs like What a Fool Believes and Takin’ It to the Streets. Their mix of catchy melodies, rich harmonies, and laid-back California vibes made them one of the defining bands of the 1970s and early ’80s.