Author | Lightnews

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 14h

A night I’ll never forget ✌🏽 “We Are The World” returns in a 40th anniversary remaster on Nov 21. Pre-save: usaforafrica.org/presave #WeAreTheWorld #USAForAfrica

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 1d

Kevin McKendree on keys is a whole mood at the Troubadour. 🎹✨Percy Mayfield classic.

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 7d

Got to sing one of my favorites “Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee” on The Broken Record Pod! This one was written back in 2020 out in Colorado with my good friend Joe Henry. What started out as a tribute to this legendary blues duo morphed into an anthem about kindness and understanding for all!

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 9d

Baby, tell me what needs mending ❤️‍🩹

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 15d

“A Ways Away”, live at The Troubadour with the Good Road Band.

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 20d

John joined the Broken Record Pod to talk about music, songwriting, and the new album. Full episode: youtu.be/CCNDOqtHqEo

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 21d

"Enough is Enough" live from the Troubadour in LA! Such a fun one to perform!

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 22d

For Your Grammy Consideration:
Enough is Enough ft @lawrencetheband for Song of The Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

Walking in Memphis @grabbitz Remix for Pop & Dance / Electronic Remixed Recording

2

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 25d

Time in nature, cooking at home, and moments with the people I love. That’s how I fill my cup ☕️ What about you?

#FillMyCup

2

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · 27d

I loved getting to recut “Walking in Memphis” and add a bit of an EDM twist to it with Grabbitz for my album OATES.

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Oct 3

“Bajo La Luz De La Luna” was written for Gringa, an independent film by a friend of mine. It was a fun one to write and captures the essence of young love on a beach in Mexico.

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Oct 2

For Your Grammy Consideration:
“Enough is Enough” ft Lawrence for Song of The Year and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

“Walking in Memphis” Grabbitz Remix for Pop & Dance / Electronic Remixed Recording

2

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 30

I'm a big bossanova fan, so that's where I drew a lot of inspiration for, "Dreamin About Brazil" from. So grateful to have the talented Wendy Moten lend her incredible vocals to this track!

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 26

“Get Your Smile On” had a unique songwriting process. I loved partnering with Teen Cancer America and Play It Back Songs on the music video for this one, it’s been so special to see this song touch the lives of so many people!

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 25

We all know what it feels like to be a little “Disconnected.” That’s what this song is about. Give it a listen, and tell me what it means to you.

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 24

This one means a lot to me. “A Ways Away” is one of my favorite songs on OATES, and performing it on my recent tour was a true highlight.

🎥 @getonvolume.bsky.social

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 22

We all hit walls in life. “Pushin’ A Rock” is my take on finding the strength to keep going. I hope it gives you a little fuel when you need it most. ✌🏼👊🏼

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 18

“World Gone Wrong” came from imagining how empty life would be without my family. That feeling is at the heart of this song.

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 15

When table conversation turns into a jam… always a blast hanging with Lawrence.

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 12

“Let Me Be The One” is a simple song in the best way. The process just flowed so naturally, and writing it with Ron Artis made it even more special. Hope you all check it out.

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 4

The stars of your new favorite sitcom 🤩 Who’s tuning in?

1

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 3

The “A Ways Away” Live from SIR performance video premieres on YouTube this Friday at 12 pm PT, and I’ll be going live afterwards to discuss the album! This is a special track, and I’m thrilled to have captured this performance with The Good Road Band to share with you all.

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 2

Funny how even the songwriting process itself can be an inspiration for the song. ✨
“A Ways Away” is out now on my new album Oates! What track should we dive into next? And don’t miss it, I’ll be going live on @youtube this Friday at 12pm PT to share a live performance of the song.

2

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Sep 1

Thanks to Clyde & Gracie Lawrence for inviting me up at Aspen Jazz Fest. Such a great time making music together.

4

John Oates @realjohnoates.bsky.social · Aug 29

My latest album "Oates" is out now! I'm so excited to finally share this album with you all. So thankful to everyone who made this album possible, and all of you for your support! Give it a listen, and be sure to let me know your favorites.

3