John Oates (co-creator of the iconic pop-rock duo Daryl Hall & John Oates) is thrilled to release his new single “Get Your Smile On” that is out now along with the music video that can be viewed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ulor69tX40U.
All proceeds of the single goes to Teen Cancer America and featured in the video are all fighters and survivors that patriciate in the Teen Cancer America Music program. Donations can be made at www.Bit.ly/smiletca or Text smiletca to 41444.
Oates says, ““Get Your Smile On” was yet another song that I wrote during the Pandemic. When I was trying my best to search for any positive vibe I could come up with.. since I had a lot of time on my hands, I began to write using GarageBand on my Mac. It’s usually how I start my song “Sketches” But it began to come together so well, I decided to really produce the track the way I would have in a professional, recording studio. I played all the instruments, programmed the keyboards and sang all the vocals as well. This is the first time I’m releasing a pure GarageBand production. I’m happy the way it came out and I hope it puts a smile on your face when you hear it.
Teen Cancer America Founder, Roger Daltrey says, "John is a fantastic supporter of our charity and has given his time and talent to helping the young people with cancer that we serve. Now he's featuring them on his latest video and donating the proceeds from the single to us. This means so much to me, thanks John, from the bottom of my heart.”
“Get Your Smile On” is the seventh release from his recent series of standalone singles including “Too Late To Break Fall”, “Maneater” (Reggae Version), the Louis Armstrong cover “What A Wonderful World,” the Timmy Thomas cover “Why Can't We Live Together,” and originals “Disconnected” and Pushin’ A Rock.”
Oates recently was featured on season 10 on Fox’s reality singing competition series on The Mask Singer as Anteater.
In support of his new music Oates will be touring throughout the rest of the year and all next year. See tour dates below. More to be announced.
About John Oates
John Oates is cofounder of the iconic music creators Hall & Oates, as well as an accomplished solo artist. He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, The American Songwriters Hall of Fame, recipient of the prestigious BMI Icon Award as well as numerous American Music, MTV awards, and multiple Grammy nominations.
Since forming his creative partnership with Daryl Hall in the early 1970s, they 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. Their involvement in the original "Live Aid" concert and the groundbreaking "We Are The World" charity recording have further established them as legendary artists, who have personally and through their music, stood the test of time.
Since embarking on a solo career in 1999, John has recorded seven solo albums: Phunk Shui, 100 Miles of Life, Mississippi Mile, The Bluesville Sessions, Good Road To Follow, Arkansas and Live from Nashville with the Good Road Band. In addition, his 2017 autobiography “Change of Season” released by St. Martin’s Press, became an Amazon best seller.
About Teen Cancer America
Teen Cancer America's (TCA) mission is to help young people with cancer by increasing their survival rates and improving their lives by transforming hospitals, across the USA, to better serve their needs. Our vision is that every adolescent and young adult (AYA) diagnosed with cancer has access to age-appropriate, specialized AYA programs, and space no matter where they are treated in the US. Formed by legendary rockers Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend of the Who, TCA is a change agent for young people with cancer.
Tour Dates
December 28 – Cedaredge, CO – Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center
January 6 – Lone Tree, CO – Lone Tree Arts Center
January 12-15 – Santa Rosa Florida, FL – 30A Songwriters Festival
January 18 – Franklin, TN – Franklin Theatre
January 28 - San Francisco, CA Ramblin Jack
February 25 – Nashville, TN – City Winery
April 5 – Pittsburgh, PA – The Palace Theatre
April 6 – West Chester, PA – Knauer PAC
April 10 – Bristol, TN – Paramount Center for the Arts
April 12 -Cornelius, NC – Cain Center for The Arts
April 13 -Atlanta, GA – Buckhead Theatre
April 18 – Columbia, TN – Columbia State Community College
May 2-3- Phoenix, AZ – Musical Instrument Museum
May 7 – St. Louis, MO – City Winery
”Get Your Smile On” is out everywhere at https://found.ee/GYSO-JO
