John Oates opens up about legal dispute with former partner Daryl Hall

Hall and Oates are fighting? I can't go for that

Jesus. Daryl Hall is 77 years ago and John Oates is 76... gentleman, just enjoy the last chapter and chill out.

For me, there's only one relevant question here:"Did Oates offer his share to Hall first?".

"I had the right to do that" sounds to me that John didn't give Daryl the heads up about wanting to sell his portion of their music rights. I could see how Daryl might want to present and have input about his future roommate.

I get the impression that he and Daryl were never really "best friends," but rather two guys who just worked really well together.

This makes me sad. They made such beautiful music together.

Millions of people pursue music and never get as lucky as these two have been together and they are throwing this gift to the world, and their relationship away...just brillant! Grow up boys!

I think it would be a basic courtesy to consult Hall about who the preferred buyer would/could be.

It sucks to see them fighting 😔 Good music they made together 💔

I hope they resolve their issues. I grew up listening to their music in the 1980's

Sorry to hear this. These guys were a huge musical influence on me.

The main thing that I got out of this was that John Oates has a new album out.

I opened for them for 50 shows in 05/06. There was a coldness between them, but the music and the band was always stellar. I watched a lot of shows backstage after my set every night. Good times.

The issue with John selling his half meant that Primary Wave,who he was selling it to,could then use their music,videos,etc.. for anything. Darryl Hall’s voice and image could be used for things he doesn’t agree with,and he wouldn’t be able to do anything about it. John Oates mentioned legal wrangling before he decided to sell,but there was no lawsuit until he attempted to sell his half. He called Darryl and told him he was going to do it,Darryl explained why he couldn’t allow it,and they argued. Both told that story before the lawsuit.

How does he feel he has a right to sell a catalog that doesn’t belong solely to him only

I HATE YT CENSORSHIP! GO TO THEIR BOARD MEETING. YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO!!!

Making really long relationships work is HARD. Peace to both of them.

This interview screams "there is WAY more going on"

John Oates is 76 years old and wants to cash out and enjoy his wealth with his family. Thats fair enough.

Be quiet and let your lawyers do all the talking. All I'm saying.