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John Oates

Daniel Shaw

UPDATE: John Oates will be playing at the Wheeler Opera House on Friday February 13th.

You can find more more information here: http://www.wheeleroperahouse.com/events/detail/john-oates

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John Oates was destined to be a musician. Singing from the time he could talk and playing the guitar since the age of five, his calling in life was never in question.

When John first met Daryl Hall it was their mutual love for urban rhythm and blues blended with the more rural roots of Americana music that created their unique sound. Since the formation of their partnership in the early 70′s Hall & Oates have gone on to record 21 albums which have sold over 80 million units making them the most successful duo in rock history. They have scored 10 number one records, over 20 top 40 hits and have toured the world for decades. In April 2014 Hall & Oates were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

He is also the creator and executive producer for the “7908 the Aspen Songwriters Festival” that brings together the finest songwriters from around the world to perform at the Historic Wheeler Opera House in Aspen Colorado. The festival’s mission is to celebrate the art and craft of songwriting combined with a strong educational component dedicated to mentoring and developing the next generation of songwriters.

Since 1999, John has recorded five solo albums: “Phunk Shui”, “1000 Miles of Life”, “Mississippi Mile” and a live album called “The Bluesville Sessions” .His latest project is called: A GOOD ROAD TO FOLLOW which began as a series of digital singles featuring collaborations with legendary as well as new rising stars. In March of 2014 the songs were compiled into a critically acclaimed fifteen song, three disc album. The wide range of songs and productions showcases the unique musical diversity that has become the trademark of his artistic talent.

When, not touring with his solo show or with Daryl Hall, John, his wife Aimee and their son Tanner divide their time between Nashville Tennessee and their rescue ranch in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, along with dogs, Emus, Peacocks, Llamas and Alpacas. In his free time he enjoys driving his tractor, riding his mountain bike, hiking the backcountry and telemark skiing.

John will be performing Sunday evening August 10th at the Aspen District Theater with Emmylou Harris & Shawn Colvin as a fundraiser for the Aspen Animal Shelter. You can learn more about the show by clicking here.

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