Thundercat Brings Michael McDonald On Stage at Coachella 2017 to Play “What A Fool Believes”

Photo Credit: Owen Ela

Considering Thundercat has been performing, writing and recording with Michael McDonald recently, it was not terribly shocking to see the crooner take the stage with the bass guitarist for his set at Coachella 2017. The two performed “What A Fool Believes,” which was first made popular by the Doobie Brothers (whom McDonald served as vocalist and keyboardist from the mid-70s until the early 80s). In fact, the two teamed up for a live performance of that exact same song just a few months ago when Thundercat performed at the Hollywood Bowl as part of a Brainfeeder extravaganza.

Thundercat recently released his third studio album Drunk in March of 2017 on Flying Lotus’ Brainfeeder imprint (Flying Lotus also produced many of the songs on the album). The critically acclaimed release featured an appearance from McDonald (and Kenny Loggins) on the song “Show You the Way.”

UPDATE (4/16): In addition to “What a Fool Believes,” McDonald joined Thundercat for “Show You The Way” and “Them Changes.” See below for a video of their performance of both songs.

Photo Credit: Owen Ela

Matt Matasci: Music Editor at mxdwn.com - matt@mxdwn.com | I have written and edited for mxdwn since 2015, the same year I began my music journalism career. Previously (and currently) a freelance copywriter, I graduated with a degree in Communications from California Lutheran University in 2008. Born on the Central Coast of California, I am currently a few hundred miles south along the 101 in the Los Angeles area. matt@mxdwn.com
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