Long Train Runnin': Our Story of The Doobie Brothers by Chris Epting
For the first time, the incredible true story of the legendary band, The Doobie Brothers, written by founding members Pat Simmons and Tom Johnston. Only a very few rock bands have had the longevity, success, and drama of The Doobie Brothers. Born out of late 1960s NorCal, and led by Pat Simmons and Tom Johnston, they stood alongside their contemporaries The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers, and many others as an iconic American rock band. The train was rolling along, hits were flowing like wine, and arenas were packed with fans who wanted to see them live...then Tom Johnston, the band’s front man and lead guitarist, became ill and had to leave. The Doobies' train came to a screeching halt. All of a sudden the band started contemplating the end of the road only seven years into their career, just as things were taking off. But Pat Simmons made sure they were far from the end and began the process of keeping the band together through most of the next decade. A soul-steeped backup singer for Steely Dan named Michael McDonald took a shot at singing some of the Doobies' songs on tour, and all of a sudden a new chapter in the Doobie Brothers' story began. The band expanded their sound and had even more hits with their new front addition. Tom recovered from his health issues, but the band had moved on. When it came time for a reunion concert in the ’80s, Tom got the call and was back in the mix. Led once again by Pat and Tom, The Doobie Brothers have been touring ever since and maintain a massive fan base the world over. Never before have Pat and Tom shared their story, in their own words. In Long Train Runnin’ they’ll change that. Read more
As a kid growing up in the late 70's I remember when "What a Fool Believes" took off and I settled in for what I thought would be years of follow ups. Then in 1982 it was over as the band split up...and I began to research what had happened by listening to their earlier albums. And was pleasantly surprised by what I found. This book is incredibly well written and brutally honest about a bunch of guys who you can tell love each other and love making music together. The recollections are great from all of the contributors (not just Tom and Pat but Tiran, Michael, and others) and it really takes you back to a different time. I'm an enormous Skunk Baxter fan and the stories about him are both funny, real, unbiased, and interesting. Insight to why he left the band in 1979 is really explored for the first time (though I would have liked to hear his version of things as he is obviously an incredibly insightful guy). Michael McDonald comes off as you would expect....immensely talented and very humble to be a part of this. A lot of pages are dedicated to the transition when Tommy left in 1975 and Michael emerged as the talent he is and it is handled both honestly and gracefully from all parties involved. Pat Simmons is often referred as the glue guy of the group but he is so much more and being able to adapt to so many musical styles couldn't have been easy but he always comes off as positive in his words and looking for ways to make the band better and incorporate that sometimes revolving door of players. As the only member who was there for all of it his insights are incredibly valuable. Tom Johnston is also one of my favorite musicians ever and his pure love of music shows through in his passages. I know I speak for a lot of people that I'm glad he was able to resume making music after his ulcer and if you ever catch a Doobies show even today we are all blessed for it. So energetic even to this day. Though I would have liked to hear more from Tiran Porter (or even Skunk Baxter and John Hartman) this book is ultimately the story of Tom and Pat. And for 2 people to be working together after 50 years is just incredible. I've had the same best friend for 43 years and to know you have someone out there you can rely on and watch your back is rare. This book truly is about 2 Brothers. Highly recommended read....once you pick it up you will have trouble putting it down.
Publisher -> St. Martin's Press (May 10, 2022) Language -> English Hardcover -> 368 pages ISBN-10 -> 1250270057 ISBN-13 -> 978-1250270054 Item Weight -> 1.32 pounds Dimensions -> 6.55 x 1.55 x 9.55 inches Best Sellers Rank: #4,171 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #115 in Arts & Literature Biographies
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