Doobie

Columbus native Doobie has carved out his place as one of the most prominent independent artists in the underground scene, known for his raw storytelling and genre-blending sound. His breakout single, “When the Drugs Don’t Work,” earned a platinum certification and racked up over 115 million views on YouTube — a major milestone for an artist who built his career from the ground up. Doobie’s music has always drawn influence from rock icons like Alice in Chains, Nirvana, Metallica, and KISS, blending gritty lyricism with emotional depth. In 2024, that rock influence took center stage with the release of his first rock single, “Early Bird Gets the Whiskey,” followed by his 2025 full-length rock album Give ’Em Hell Until You Get to Heaven. The project’s lead single, “Worth A Shot,” broke into the Top 30 at radio and marked a powerful debut in the rock space. Through battles with addiction and personal struggles, Doobie continues to keep his music honest — often producing it himself to stay true to his story. As the first independent artist from Columbus to go platinum, he’s just getting started.