Old School Saturdays--Hall & Oates
How many times have you heard the song, “I Can’t Go for That” sampled?? Actually, that’s one of my favorite old school tracks. The same guys responsible for that hit, also sang, “Rich Girl,” “Maneater,” “Out of Touch,” “Kiss On My List,”and “Private Eyes.” Anyone know what group I’m talking about?? Philadelphia’s Hall & Oates.
The above mentioned were the six best known hits by the pop duo, Hall & Oates. Their particular combination of R&B style and rock and roll, achieved them fame and success in the late 70s and early to mid 80s. Remarkably, they have seven RIAA platinum albums, as of 2006, six RIAA gold albums, and over thirty-four singles that charted on the US Billboard Hot 100.
While attending Temple University in 1967, the two, Daryl Hall and John Oats, met at a band competition, gunfire rang out between rival gangs, noticing the escalating chaos, they both ran to the same service elevator. They quickly became acquainted due to their similar musical tastes and the bind they were in; three years later, they formed a duo, signed a recording contract with Atlantic Records, and released their debut album. Over the years, Hall & Oates went through a few trials and tribulations; trouble defining a sound, changing record companies, lack of pop success… Finally, during the early to mid 80s, they got their much-deserved break. Named one of America’s most successful pop duos in the history of recorded music, they have surpassed Sonny and Cher, The Righteous Brothers, Wham!, The Carpenters and quite a few more. Hall & Oates had numerous number one hits, top 10 albums, countless concerts, tours, and benefits…
I must say, after re-listening to their songs, I had forgotten how much I liked this duo. Great lyrics, complementary instrumentation and pure soul are what Hall & Oates has to offer. Check out the playlist below and read more about the duo. Enjoy!!
There have been a few changes within imeem.com; some but not all of the songs are licensed to play in full length. This means that some of my playlists will have full length tracks, while others will have 30 snippets (which sucks!!). To listen to my Hall & Oates playlist in full length click here.
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7 comments:
great playlist with a silly but frsh feeling. Thank u
KIANA....i am back...commenting first ....off to your playlist.
Man I forgot how much I enjoyed this stuff! LOVE maneater and kiss on my list are great! THanks for the reminder :-)
glad you guys enjoyed the playlist!!
@nice guys.., i had forgotten too, how much i liked hall & oates. i love maneater too! lol
@kavita, how did you like the playlist?
@lazyking, glad you enjoyed it!!
This playlist reminds me of my college days.
@kavita, yea, i was pretty young when i was listening to them and hearing their songs on the radio.
One of my favourite playlists ever...I grew up listening to this stuff...love it :)) Thanx for sharing Kiana :))
best
-nivi
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