Long Train Runnin': Our Story of the Doobie Brothers Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Pat Simmons (Author), Tom Johnston (Author), Chris Epting - contributor (Author),

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For the first time, the incredible true story of the legendary band, The Doobie Brothers, written by the founding members.

Only a very few rock bands that have had the longevity, success, and drama of The Doobie Brothers. Born out of late 1960s NoCal, 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, almost died.

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.

This was actually far from the end. 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 changed their sound and had numerous number-one hits with their new front man. 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. They’ve been touring ever since and maintain a massive fan base the world over.

Never before have they shared their story, in their own words. In Long Train Runnin’ they’ll change that.

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8 hours and 6 minutes
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Chris Henry Coffey, see all
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May 17 2022
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English
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B091SM95J6
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Unabridged
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Listening Length	8 hours and 6 minutes
Author	Pat Simmons, Tom Johnston, Chris Epting - contributor
Narrator	Chris Henry Coffey, Graham Winton, T. Ryder Smith, Leon Nixon
Audible.ca Release Date	May 17 2022
Publisher	Recorded Books
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B091SM95J6
Best Sellers Rank	#67,157 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #1,376 in Rock Music (Books) #1,583 in Entertainment & Celebrity Biographies

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Tom Clark

It is a worthwhile read.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on January 19, 2023

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A slow start that did take up a few pages . Some of the band could have been a little more informative with how the songs were created rather then staying so basic about that . Other statements by them regarding their lives when they were not performing were pretty generally stated. Coming right out and stating the facts like how easy or how difficult the process was to write a song with more detail would have really improved this read. I am saying .. lay it out for us to really show us what you had to do or just what you had to overcome. Still though , I did enjoy this book but a little more complete facts and statements would have taken it from being as a good magazine article to an exceptionally written book about the Doobies. If you try again , I would consider buying it to get thereal story

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Shopasaurus_Sue

Great Book!

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on December 14, 2022

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This book shipped so fast, I can’t wait to read it! Thanks!

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chris cousins

Great book for Doobie Brothers fans.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on June 3, 2022

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I like the way Pat and Tom describe the band, song writing, recording and touring. Honest and from the heart. I've been a fan since their first album and have been blessed to see them (physically) in concert many many times. I like the book, period.

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Purple Fan

Hop Aboard This Long Train Running

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on January 8, 2023

This is the story of The Doobie Brothers, as told by the band's founders,Tom Johnston and Patrick Simmons.
It looks into the recording of some classic albums, and shares some stories from the many tours the Doobies did. There is nothing salacious, but nobody pretends that milk was the beverage of choice backstage.
In addition to Tom & Pat, there are also contributions from former Doobie players and several other people who had an impact on the band's success. While different memories of the same events arise, no fingers are pointed and no muck is thrown. If you're lookin' for "Dirt" on the Doobs, you won't find it here.
Most of the book deals with the '70s lineup, as well as the Grammy winning, Michael McDonald era.
The reunion period- from the Cycles album to 2020- is dealt with rather quickly.
I encourage any Doobie Brothers fan to read this book.....and Listen To The Music !

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Eva

Interesting insider's point of view

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on June 15, 2022

With their long history as a band, the Dobbie Brothers have much to share with their fans in “Long Train Runnin’: Our Story of the Dobbie Brothers.”

Each of the band’s milestones are reflected in the voices of the various band members. It’s almost like hearing their individual reflections of what happened in this format. The chapters include the thoughts and insights on the background on their albums. Without a doubt, there is much that goes into the production of one and the comments from the band members are both insightful and eye-opening.

For anyone who is keen to find out more about what happens touring as a band, some of the stories are definitely interesting and somewhat not surprising.

Thank you GoodReads for the book.

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Gregory Lang

Must have for any Doobie Brothers fan.

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on July 4, 2022

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Great book for any Doobie Brothers fan.Stories not gossip.Fun read.

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obol

A must read, 50 years of the Doobies and counting

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on January 5, 2023

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At long last a book about the Doobie Brothers, a band who have graced the rock world for over 50 years now. A great read for those who like music biographies and the like, a must read for Doobies fans. The entire book is told by members of the band and therefore it has that authentic personal touch that some biography's lack. There's some fascinating stuff, one that springs to mind is the influence that Marc Bolan had on the band - I'll leave you to read about that. But you do get a really good feel for the two main guys, their life with the band and outside the band. Written with honesty, modesty and long memories this has been long overdue. Enjoyed every minute of it.

Colin Campbell

Whooah woooah...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on May 21, 2022

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Very good read from start to finish Doobie fans.. Total respect that they still tour.. Fantastic musicians and people

Harry M

Superb.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 20, 2022

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Great Doobies History from the two main guys who made it! Tom and Pat.

christineocallaghan

great book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 17, 2022

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nearly finished read this book what a brilliant read and great info on the band

Ian Scharf

A comprehensive history of a great interesting band and a great read

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 11, 2022

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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.

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