The Doobie Brothers

The Doobie Brothers are an American rock band that was formed in San Jose, California, in 1970. The band's early music was heavily influenced by blues, rock, and folk music, and they quickly became known for their tight harmonies and instrumental prowess.

The original members of the Doobie Brothers included Tom Johnston, Patrick Simmons, Dave Shogren, and drummer John Hartman. The band released their first album, "The Doobie Brothers," in 1971, which featured the hit song "Nobody." They followed up with several more albums, including "Toulouse Street" (1972), "The Captain and Me" (1973), and "What Were Once Vices Are Now Habits" (1974).