Hall & Oates member John Oates Opens Up About Moving On from Band Amid Legal Battle with Daryl Hall
John Oates, a member of the iconic band Hall & Oates, has revealed that he is ready to put the past behind him despite his ongoing legal dispute with fellow bandmate Daryl Hall. In an interview on the 'Behind the Velvet Rope' podcast, Oates expressed his pride in the band's catalog of hits and their 50-year career. He also mentioned that he is currently focused on his solo shows and enjoys being able to perform new music. This revelation comes after Hall filed a lawsuit against Oates in November, resulting in a temporary restraining order.
John Oates Focused on Moving Forward
John Oates, a member of the famous pop-rock duo Hall & Oates, is determined to leave the past behind him amidst the ongoing legal battle with Daryl Hall. Despite the lawsuit and temporary restraining order, Oates believes that the band's music will always overshadow any individual efforts.
During an interview on the 'Behind the Velvet Rope' podcast, Oates expressed his pride in the Hall & Oates catalog of hits and their 50-year career. He acknowledged that he and Daryl Hall created music that will stand the test of time. Oates also mentioned that he is currently focused on his solo shows and is grateful for the opportunity to perform new music.
The Legal Battle between Hall and Oates
The legal battle between Hall and Oates began in November when Daryl Hall filed a lawsuit against John Oates in Nashville, Tennessee. The lawsuit is under seal and is categorized as a contract/debt issue. A temporary restraining order was granted shortly after.
Despite the ongoing legal issues, John Oates has made it clear that he has moved on and prefers to live in the present. When asked about his touring plans with Daryl Hall, Oates revealed that he is currently focused on his solo shows and enjoys the opportunity to play new music.
Hall & Oates' Success and Oates' Perspective
Hall & Oates achieved immense success in the 1970s and beyond. However, John Oates admitted that despite their popularity, it wasn't his favorite time. The demands of their music career and constant traveling left little time for reflection.
Amid the ongoing legal battle, a planned business sale involving Hall & Oates has been put on hold. Daryl Hall accused John Oates of the 'ultimate partnership betrayal' for attempting to sell his share of their joint business venture without permission. An arbitrator has been chosen to settle the dispute.
