Michael McDonald to perform at Saenger Feb. 11
- December 22, 2014
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Two notes. Thats all it takes to recognize the voice of Michael McDonald. Distinctive and soulful, it is one of the most yearningly emotive instruments of our times. To this add formidable songwriting and keyboard skills, and you have an artist who has been a singular musical presence for four decades. From 70s-era Doobie Brothers classics such as What A Fool Believes and solo hits like I Keep Forgettin through two highly-acclaimed Motown covers albums and recent genre-busting guest spots with alternative buzz bands Grizzly Bear and Holy Ghost, the five-time Grammy-winning McDonald is that rare thing in contemporary pop an artist whose work is both timeless and ever-evolving.
His distinct vocal style also made him one of the worlds most sought-after session singers. Beyond his hits with The Doobies, McDonald has lent his voice to records by an A-Z of artists, including Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Elton John, Joni Mitchell and Vince Gill. During the 80s and 90s, his solo career zoomed from success to success on the wings of evergreen hits like I Keep Forgettin, On My Own (a duet with Patti LaBelle) and the Grammy-winning duet with James Ingram Yah Mo B There.
Continuing to explore new vistas, in 2003 and 2004, McDonald released his Grammy-nominated, platinum-selling pair of Motown albums. Then in 2005, he partnered with Hallmark for a special Christmas album, Through The Many Winters, which sold 500,000 copies in its first two weeks.
EVENT DETAILS AT A GLANCE:
Date: February 11, 2015 @ 7:00 p.m.
Who: Michael McDonald
On-sale to the public: December 22 @ 10 a.m.
Ticket prices: $82.50, 52.50, 42.50, and 37.50 *plus applicable service charge
Where to purchase: Saenger Theatre box office, 800-745-3000, ticketmaster.com
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