Michael McDonald Talks Solo Career, Collaboration


Michael McDonald has won five Grammy Awards and collaborated with everyone from Patti LaBelle to Steely Dan, though he’s best known for hits with the Doobie Brothers, such as “Taking It to the Streets” and “What a Fool Believes.”

McDonald joins Paris Schutz in conversation Thursday in advance of a "Soundstage" taping that will air later this year on WTTW.

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