John Oates I

John Oates, one half of the power duo, Hall & Oates, is a world class songwriter, singer, and musician in his own right. As a multiple Grammy winner, and a Rock & Roll and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, his talents are vast. In this episode, John explores traditional American roots music, revealing how his early influences growing up in the Philadelphia region have a special place in his songwriting.

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