Chester E. McCracken profile

Chet is a former member and contributing songwriter of the legendary Doobie Brothers. He is amongst the most respected drummers in his field. As a member of the Doobies, Chet's song "South Bay Strut" was nominated for a Grammy ("One Step Closer" CD).

Currently, Chet, a recording studio owner, is a recording engineer who is also mixing and mastering records. His studio work can be heard on the Country Music Charts by Country Star "Billy Pierson" with his hit song "Don't Get No Sand in It" (Oak Records).

The music being produced out of Chet's studio represents powerful recordings and consistent quality.

Chet has been involved with numerous musical projects featuring many of the music industry's great musicians; Stevie Nicks, America, Rita Coolidge, Hank Williams, Jr., Tommy Tutone, Joe Walsh, Michael McDonald, Tyler Hilton, Tom Sheehan, Pat Boone and so many more. You'll hear Chet's drum playing on country hits by "Tony Brantley" (A Flower Picked Me) and "Christie B." (Working Girl), as well as Rock artist "Al Polito” and Pop artist "Michael Penfield" on Freakydoodle Records.