Excellent concert
by RickT on 11/23/19SouthWest Florida Event Center - Bonita SpringsGreat job by John Oates. Music history was a plus.
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JOHN OATES IN CONCERT:
One half of legendary rock and soul duo Hall & Oates, John Oates has graced airwaves and stages around the world with his inspired singing and guitar playing. As a solo artist Oates turns in captivating performances that focus on his gifts for songwriting and his effortless showmanship to form a genuine connection with his audience. This troubadour knows how to give fans what they want, tearing through powerful solo material as well as perennial Hall & Oates favorites like “Maneater”, “Kiss on My List”, and “You Make My Dreams”. With his 2013 album Good Road to Follow still fresh in ticket buyers’ minds, Oates will hit the road in 2015 for a string of solo dates as well a highly anticipated tour with his musical soulmate Daryl Hall.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
Born in New York City in 1948, John Oates was a professional backing player in folk and soul bands before he even graduated high school. In addition to his work as a backing musician, he cut his first solo single “I Need Your Love” in 1966 before enrolling at Temple University in Philadelphia. While in school he met senior classmate and fellow professional musician Daryl Hall. The two hit it off and began writing and performing together, leading to a string of records in the early ‘70s. Hall & Oates’ first hit came in 1976 with “Sara Smile” and was followed by six No. 1 hits including “Rich Girl”, “Private Eyes”, and “I Can’t Go for That (No Can Do)”. Despite the duo’s massive global success and Oates’ own skills as a producer, he didn’t release his solo debut until 2002’s well-received Phunk Shui. Since then he has released four studio and three live albums while continuing to record and tour as a member of Hall & Oates.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Rating: 4 out of 5 Great
by SLM on 11/23/19SouthWest Florida Event Center - Bonita SpringsThe opening act was extraordinarily good. When John Oates came out with his band he did not disappoint! His voice is still great and we would like to see him again. Southwest Florida Performing Center is the perfect venue!
Rating: 5 out of 5 Unique and engaging concert!
by Rachael333 on 9/20/18Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts - IndianapolisLoved the intimate setting of John Oates at the Schrott venue. He told stories, sang new songs and old songs. I highly recommend this concert! I’m 33 and took my dad (70) and we both thoroughly enjoyed it!
Rating: 5 out of 5 John was wonderful!
by Nanador on 4/18/11Showcase Live - FoxboroAs a longtime fan of Hall & Oates, it was refreshing to see John on his own. He had a kickin' band! The music was a great mix of 60's and 70's R&B, some classics from "Abandoned Luncheonette" as well as his new solo album, "Mississippi MIle." John was engaging and entertaining and shared his music background and paid tribute to his musical inspirations. He did a new take on Elvis' "All Shook UP" as well as H&O's "You Make My Dreams Come True." All in all an enjoyable evening.
Rating: 5 out of 5 John Oates was phenomenal
by MTG74 on 4/15/11B.B. King Blues Club and Grill - New YorkI saw John Oates with two friends. We had an amazing time listening to the new songs as well as the covers and classics.