Hall and Oates On Track: Every Album, Every Song

Daryl Hall & John Oates are a best-selling musical duo known for their 1980s pop soul classics. This book unpicks the multiple facets of their work, recounting the stories behind the songs and charting the myriad paths they've taken. It examines their entire output, from Whole Oats to Do It For Love, taking in bonus tracks, compilations, covers, and live albums.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 24 February 2022
Publisher: Sonicbond Publishing

Daryl Hall & John Oates, renowned for a series of iconic pop soul hits from the 1980s, including "Private Eyes," "Maneater," and "Out of Touch," are far more than the simplistic caricature of the tall blonde and the short one with the moustache. Throughout the decade, their Philly soul sound evolved, incorporating psychedelic rock with Todd Rundgren and embracing new wave influences as the 1970s progressed. Their albums are filled with luscious harmonies and catchy melodies, yet often overlooked for their experimental side, evident in songs like "Rich Girl" or "I Can't Go for That (No Can Do)." This comprehensive book delves into the multifaceted nature of the best-selling musical duo, recounting the stories behind their songs and charting the diverse paths they have taken. Hall & Oates on Track, the first critical exploration of their work in book form for over thirty-five years, provides a comprehensive overview of their fifty-year career, encompassing their entire output, from Whole Oats to Do It for Love, including bonus tracks, compilations, covers, and live albums.

Weight: 240g
Dimension: 148 x 209 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789521672