Monday, October 19: Happy Birthday Patrick Simmons of the Doobie Brothers

Happy Birthday today (Oct. 19) to guitarist Patrick Simmons. He's 67. Simmons is best known as a member of The Doobie Brothers, and he has been the only perpetual member of the band throughout their tenure. He wrote many of the band's songs, including their first number 1 hit 'Black Water'.

The Doobie Brothers have sold over 40 million records worldwide, and have been active in five decades, with their biggest success occurring in the 1970's. As of 2015, the band maintains an active presence on social media including facebook, twitter, and Instagram. Their official website has been active since 1996 and they continue to tour heavily. WPDH presented the Doobie Brothers this past summer at the Dutchess County Fair in Rhinebeck NY ab=nd the band played to an enthusiastic capacity crowd. Check out video from the concert below courtesy of youtube and for more on the Doobie Brothers, check out their official website here.