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Origin
St. Louis, United States
Active since
1952
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About Michael McDonald

Michael McDonald is a soul, soul and reggae and 2008 universal fire victim artist from St. Louis, United States, active since 1952. ArtisFind has detected 1 play of Michael McDonald on 1 radio station in France, most recently on RADIO VIVELLART 2d ago. The song heard most often on air is “I Keep Forgettin”.

Michael Hanley McDonald (born February 12, 1952) is an American singer, keyboardist, and songwriter. Known for his distinctive, soulful voice, he was a backing vocalist for Steely Dan from 1973 to 1980 and rose to fame as a lead vocalist of the Doobie Brothers as well as its keyboardist across various stints (1975–1982, 1987, 2019–present). McDonald wrote and sang several hit singles with the Doobie Brothers, including "What a Fool Believes", "Minute by Minute", "Takin' It to the Streets", "Real Love" and "It Keeps You Runnin'". McDonald has also performed as a prominent backing vocalist on numerous recordings by artists including Toto, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, and Kenny Loggins.

McDonald's solo career consists of nine studio albums and a number of singles, including the 1982 hit "I Keep Forgettin' (Every Time You're Near)". During his career, McDonald has collaborated with a number of other artists, including James Ingram, David Cassidy, Van Halen, Carly Simon, Patti LaBelle, Twinkie Clark, Lee Ritenour, the Winans, Aretha Franklin, Grizzly Bear, Joni Mitchell, and Thundercat. He has also recorded for television and film soundtracks. McDonald is the recipient of five Grammy Awards, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Doobie Brothers in 2020. McDonald was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2025.

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Michael McDonald on the radio in numbers

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Latest detected plays

  • I Keep Forgettin2d ago

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Michael McDonald FAQ

Which radio stations play Michael McDonald?

Michael McDonald has been detected on 1 radio station, including RADIO VIVELLART.

Which Michael McDonald songs are played most on the radio?

The songs heard most often on air are “I Keep Forgettin”.

Where is Michael McDonald from?

Michael McDonald is from St. Louis, United States.

How can I listen to Michael McDonald on the radio for free?

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Discography

  • Wide Open

    2017

  • Soul Speak

    2008

  • Through the Many Winters: A Christmas Album

    2005

  • Motown Two

    2004

  • Motown

    2003

  • In the Spirit: A Christmas Album

    2001

  • Blue Obsession

    1997

  • Blink of an Eye

    1993

  • Take It to Heart

    1990

  • No Lookin’ Back

    1985

  • If That's What It Takes

    1982

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