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Patrick Simmons (born October 19, 1948) [1] is an American musician best known as a founding member of the rock band The Doobie Brothers, with whom he was inducted as into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2020.
When singer, guitarist, and co-founder Patrick Simmons enrolled at San Jose State to escape the draft, he met co-founder and guitarist Tom Johnston, who'd been roommates with founding drummer, John Hartman.
In 1970 they teamed up with singer, guitarist, and songwriter Patrick Simmons and bassist Dave Shogren. Simmons had belonged to several area groups (among them "Scratch", an acoustic trio with future Doobies bassist Tiran Porter) and also performed as a solo artist.
“Yes,” guitarist Pat Simmons replied immediately. (Once they start playing concerts this month, the bubble will tighten further, according to their manager, with no guests allowed backstage.)
Doobie Brothers Guitarist Patrick Simmons on the Hall of Fame: ‘We’re Not Worthy!’. The voice and songwriter behind "Black Water," and the sole member of the band on every album, talks about...
Taking the time to talk about the legacy of the band, founding Guitarist Patrick Simmons sat down for a vivid recollection of their history, the key to their longevity, plans for the future, plus more.
Cary Magazine had the chance to chat with Patrick Simmons, who founded the band in 1969 with Tom Johnston, on what’s new with The Doobies as they head our way for a Sept. 1 concert at Booth Amphitheatre.