John Oates’ new track was released to raise money for Roger Daltrey’s Teen Cancer America organization.
John Oates may be embroiled in a legal battle with his former bandmate, but that won’t stop him from spreading a little joy and raising awareness for a good cause with a new song, ” Get Your Smile On “.
This song was written during the Covid-19 pandemic, when he was looking for a “ positive vibration “. He began sketching out the song on GarageBand, but as it took shape, he “ decided to produce it as I would have done in a professional recording studio. »
He pursues : ” I played all the instruments, programmed the keyboards and sang all the vocals. This is the first time I’ve released a pure GarageBand production. I’m happy with the result and I hope it makes you smile when you hear it. »
All recipes from “ Get Your Smile On » will be donated to Teen Cancer America, founded by Roger Daltrey, singer of the Who. The song’s sunny video also features children battling or surviving cancer who participate in Teen Cancer America’s music program.
“ John is a fantastic supporter of our charity and has given his time and talent to help the young people with cancer we helpsaid Roger Daltrey. Today, he features them in his latest video and is donating the proceeds from the single to us. This means a lot to me, thank you John, from the bottom of my heart. »
“ Get Your Smile On ” is the seventh independent single that Oates has released this year, with titles like “ Disconnected “, a reggae version of the Hall and Oates classic ” Maneater » and a cover of “ What a Wonderful World » by Louis Armstrong.
John Oates is currently embroiled in a lawsuit with his former bandmate and musical partner, Daryl Hall. In November, Hall sued Oates for a temporary restraining order, which was granted, although details are scarce because the documents were sealed. Days later, it emerged that the lawsuit was over Oates’ alleged intention to sell his share of the duo’s business to Primary Wave. Hall called this intention “ indisputable breach of contract » and requested a restraining order to prevent the sale.
