 During his career, McDonald has collaborated with a number of other artists, including James Ingram, David Cassidy, Van Halen, Patti LaBelle, Lee Ritenour, the Winans, Aretha Franklin, Toto, Grizzly Bear, Joni Mitchell, and Thundercat.He has also recorded for television and film soundtracks.McDonald is the recipient of five Grammy Awards, and will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Doobie Brothers in 2020.