The Doobie Brothers

Takin’ It to the Streets

First released1976

Takin' It to the Streets was recorded in 1976 at the Record Plant in Los Angeles and produced by Ted Templeman, who had worked with the band on previous albums. The album marked a significant shift in the Doobie Brothers' sound, moving away from their earlier rock style toward a more sophisticated pop and soul-influenced direction. Key to this transformation was the incorporation of session musicians and the use of more polished production techniques that reflected the evolving trends in 1970s pop music. The title track became one of the band's biggest hits, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earning a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. The album itself achieved platinum status and established the group's successful foray into mainstream pop territory.