John Oates News

Written and produced during the pandemic by Mamas Gun frontman Andy Platts with additional intricate soundscaping from drummer Chris Boot, Cure The Jones was recorded direct to tape with an array of analogue gear at Platts’ home studio in just three days, focussing the soulful energy of the band into a coherent gospel-tinged whole.

Award-winning soul/pop artist Laura Cheadle, who recently inked a worldwide distribution deal with So Bold Entertainment/ Sony Orchard, has announced the release of the second single from her much-anticipated new EP Reverberate (Spring 2022).

To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the album, it is being made available for the first time on double LP, as well as an expanded CD format that includes three bonus tracks previously unavailable on the original album release. The album is available on all streaming major platforms for fans to enjoy digitally, for the first time in its history.

Formed in 2009, the current five-piece is Andy Platts (vocals), Terry Lewis (guitar), Dave Oliver (keys), Chris Boot (drums) and Cameron Dawson (bass). Platts has previously worked with Rod Temperton, Brian Jackson and John Oates (of Hall & Oates), and Lewis’ credits include collaborations with Leon Ware, Lewis Taylor and The Impressions.

Rock & Roll Hall of Famers and legendary duo Daryl Hall and John Oates are reissuing ‘Marigold Sky’, their fifteenth studio album and their first to be released as independent artists back in 1997. Includes the singles ‘Promise Ain’t Enough’, ‘Romeo Is Bleeding’ and ‘The Sky Is Falling’. Pre-order the new vinyl now!

Out of the turbulence of the last two years comes the fifth album from UK-based soul outfit Mamas Gun - a lush, nuanced and expansively contemporary  meditation on a world turned upside down, embedded in the classic soul tradition of Bill Withers and Marvin Gaye. Listen to the first two lead singles now!

Acclaimed duo the bird and the bee, singer Inara George and multi-instrumentalist Greg Kurstin, have released a new song, “Lifetimes,” in celebration of the 15th anniversary of their 2007 self-titled debut album for Blue Note. The song is accompanied by an animated music video directed by Simona Mehandzhieva & Norbert Garab.

Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Daryl Hall and John Oates, release ‘Live At The Troubadour’, for the first time ever on vinyl. The album, which graces the shelves in 3LP vinyl format, is a collection of live, stripped-back classics, including hits such as ‘You Make My Dreams’, ‘Maneater’, ‘Sara Smile’, and many more. Plus, stream the full album now!

The Troubies’ Holidaze show SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN’ TO MOTOWN will open at the Garry Marshall Theatre November 23, 2021. Troubies’ artistic director Matt Walker directs the talented cast of veteran Troubies with some Noubies. A hilarious mainstay of many a Troubie production Rick Batalla took some time from his daily antics to fill me in on some behind-the-scenes of his history with the Troubadour Theater Company.

On the heels of inking a worldwide distribution deal with So Bold Entertainment/ Sony Orchard, critically-acclaimed, soul/pop artist Laura Cheadle has revealed details for the title track and video from her much-anticipated, sixth studio album Reverberate (Early 2022).

Hall and Oates' ‘Live At The Troubadour’ was initially released in CD and DVD format in 2008, however this is the first time the album will be available for fans in vinyl format. Plus, listen to the album on streaming now!

Award-winning soul/pop artist Laura Cheadle has announced that she has signed a worldwide distribution deal with So Bold Entertainment/ Sony Orchard for her upcoming musical projects.

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The Hollywood Bowl, one of the leading outdoor music venues in the world and the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, was honored as the winner of Amphitheater of the Decade last night at the 32nd Annual Pollstar Awards at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA.

Written during the Pandemic, Cheadle says that it was important to her to remind herself - and others - that there is always hope, even in the darkest times. That's why the title track, and entire record, effuse a radiant, upbeat vibe that the artist describes as, at times, 'modern disco with powerful vocals.'

In an unlikely fusion of two musical greats, the iconic John Oates of Daryl Hall & John Oates has teamed up with the viral sax-playing star Saxsquatch, to transform the original chart-topping hit “Maneater” into an electro-spun classic. Injected with club-inspired grooves and dance-floor worthy basslines, the duo put a modern spin on the Daryl Hall & John Oates #1 record, fit for new audiences across eras and genres. 

With Spring right around the corner and the promise of brighter days ahead, critically-acclaimed pop/soul singer-songwriter Laura Cheadle has released the radiant new video for 'Everybody Say,' the first single from her forthcoming album Shine This Lifetime (Spring 2021).

Hennepin Theatre Trust announced it's working with theater organizations throughout Greater Minnesota in a unique collaboration that enables them to co-present livestreaming entertainment by world-class artists. Jim Brickman will dazzle fans in Feb with Share the Love, LIVE! Virtually Valentine’s Day weekend Friday, Feb. 12 to Sunday, 14, 2021.

Grammy Nominated Songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman presents “Share The Love” LIVE Virtually. Jim Brickman will perform the sweet sounds of love that bring family and friends together in this live concert experience filled with his own hit songs such as “Love of My Life,” “Destiny,” “Angel Eyes,” and “Valentine.”

GRAMMY-nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman will entertain Center for the Arts patrons this Valentine's Day with his uplifting, family-friendly “Share the Love LIVE” virtual concert.