The Guestbook Archives

This archive begins on July 1, 1997 and goes up to Sept. 27, 1997, 3 days before the release of Marigold Sky.
Check out the "Let it Out" discussion board on the RSI web page, it has a brief post by the man himself, Daryl Hall. Is it really him, I don't know, but the post got plenty of responses and if it was him, it was nice of him to post. Also, look for they guys on the Rosie Odonnel show on Oct. 2; the today show, twice rescheduled, now on Oct. 3rd; Regis & Kathy Lee on Oct. 6th and look for DAryl on the Charlie Rose show oct. 9. Note, dates subjuect to change, so keep checking to make sure dates are the same. Either Marc or the RSi web page will have the latest info. Finally, i don't know if Marc added the 2 other songs on Marigold Sky: they are "hold onto yourself" & "I Don't think so". So Marigold sky has 12 tracks. One more thing, Check out the reviews of MS in next week's issue of Billboard Magazine & Entertainment Weekly. EW was negative but Billboard's was positive.
saif
USA - Saturday, September 27, 1997 at 02:58:03 (EDT)
Just 3 days until Marigold tuesday: 9/30 when Marigold Sky comes out. If ordered it thru J&R music, you should be getting it now, as some people have. Alas, for most of us, we've got to wait until tuesday. 7 years is just too long.
saif
USA - Saturday, September 27, 1997 at 02:47:30 (EDT)
I have been "Out of Touch"!!! My husband just showed me the Adult Contemporary chart and H&O were on the list! I just about fell out of my chair! I've been surfing trying to get new info (concert dates, album releases, etc.)....Can someone point me in the right direction about tour dates?!?!? It's been over 4 years since my last H&O concert and I need a fix BAD!!! I was a die-hard during their reign in the 80's, but post-college reality took over and my Possession Obsession had to take a back seat. I hope someone Along the Red Ledge can help out of my Abandon Luncheonette. Thanks!!! :-)
Michelle Von Haden <micvon [at] execpc.com>
Milwaukee, WI USA - Wednesday, September 24, 1997 at 22:55:39 (EDT)
Could anyone help me regarding a release date in Australia for the new Hall & Oates new album " Marigold sky" thankyou.
alan Mackenzie <robptc [at] wantree.com.au>
wa Australia - Sunday, September 21, 1997 at 06:21:29 (EDT)
Thanks for posting the lyrics, they were very helpful! Can someone please tell me where I can get a copy of Sacred Songs on CD? Thanks in advance...
Neha <Neha333 [at] aol.com>
NJ USA - Monday, September 15, 1997 at 17:40:31 (EDT)
Big fan of theirs and enjoy listening to all their songs/music. My favourites are Possession Obsession, One on One, Everything Your Heart Desires...the list goes on...I was fortunate to attend a concert of theirs. H & 0 are my all time favourite Artistes. Cheers!
Julia Koek <brian227 [at] cyberway.com.sg>
USA - Sunday, September 14, 1997 at 01:34:19 (EDT)
From the very first time I heard one of their songs, I have loved H&O! They have great music and I could never get tired of it, ever! I could listen to it for hours and hours and never get sick of hearing the same songs over again. Love you guys! Keep making great music! S.H.
Stacey <henke [at] itsnet.com>
Orem, Ut. USA - Thursday, September 11, 1997 at 17:47:44 (EDT)
Has it really been that long since "She's Gone" started the meteoric rise of Hall & Oates? I was a senior in high school when I first heard that wonderful song. Anyway, I just want to tell you, you have a wonderful web page. My all time favorite song is "Some Things Are Better Left Unsaid." Thank you for your time.
randy hopkins <randy [at] epctech.com>
florissant (st louis), mo USA - Thursday, September 11, 1997 at 14:53:07 (EDT)
Just heard today that the the guys' appearance on the Today show was changed from September 19th to the 26th. Also, their appearance at the NYC HMV store will be on 9/30 at 7pm at the 86th Street Store!
Lori/Rock & Soul Int'l <rsi1 [at] webspan.net>
USA - Wednesday, September 10, 1997 at 18:56:39 (EDT)
A wonderful look at one of my favorite duos of all time. I've loved thier music for as long as I can remember and their songs will always be among my very favorites. I enjoyed this site so very much. I've even linked to it from my music page. Keep up the fine work! Best Wishes, Maria :o)
Maria <Maria1879 [at] aol.com>
Salt Lake City, UT USA - Tuesday, September 09, 1997 at 09:54:17 (EDT)
This must be one of the best music sites I have ever visited. Professional layout, no bullshit. Thank you so much.
Anders Hansson <isk_anha [at] isk.kth.se>
Stockholm, Sweden - Tuesday, September 09, 1997 at 02:49:51 (EDT)
I remember seeing Daryl and John for the first time in 1981 in Cincinnati, Ohio when I was 5 years old. Their music has been a constant in my life. Thier music has helped save me on many occasions. I'd just like to get to thank them for doing what they do
Tom Fiddler <yogshoggoth [at] hotmail.com>
Somerset, Ky USA - Monday, September 08, 1997 at 15:57:16 (EDT)
Been listening since BEFORE Abandoned Luncheonette...Used to get drunk and sing along with every song on War Babies. Still waiting for a John Oates solo album. Did it happen and I missed it??
Steve Rich <bcestvin [at] aol.com>
Boston, MA USA - Saturday, September 06, 1997 at 01:08:07 (EDT)
I saw the H&O concert at Oakdale in Wallingford, CT on August 23, 1997 and I must say that Daryl and John are two fine looking men! They grow even sexier with age!
amy jane
USA - Friday, September 05, 1997 at 21:17:41 (EDT)
Check out the RSI's new discussion board, "Let it Out". A place for Hall and Oates fans to let it out!! Someone even posted the billboad article there also. So check it out!!
saif <msaifu [at] aol.com>
columbus, oh USA - Friday, September 05, 1997 at 03:15:21 (EDT)
I Just love Daryl Hall. He's so Sexy and Awesome, Hall and Oates rock My World. I'm dying to know if they are going to tour in Canada or Washington which is also near me Ive never seen them on tour before. If you're looking for a penpal please write.. Rona Kertesz P.O. Box 61053 571 West 57th Ave. Vancouver, B.C. V6P 6S5 CANADA
Rona Kertesz
Vancouver, BC Canada - Thursday, September 04, 1997 at 19:45:16 (EDT)
The first time I know H+O in 1985 year. It was VOA station My most liket song:"DREAMTIME'' D.H. How can I buy LP with song? right me pleace.
Alex <aumru [at] hotmail.com>
Moscow, - USSR - Thursday, September 04, 1997 at 16:33:11 (EDT)
I have been a fan of Daryl Hall and John Oates since I was about eight and I still am a big fan. I hope that they never stop making wonderful music for people like me to enjoy! My dream is to see them in concert someday.
Rebecca Molyneaux
Canada - Thursday, September 04, 1997 at 10:27:30 (EDT)
When I learned the news about Princess Diana's death, I was listening to "She's Gone". . . I can't believe that she's gone . . .
Mary
Chicago, IL USA - Tuesday, September 02, 1997 at 21:20:03 (EDT)
Just got back from the 08/31 Hall & Oates Myrtle Beach, South Carolina concert - AM STILL SMILING! Absolutely fabulous! 3rd row seats - Daryl definitely still has it!! brought back for 3 encores - and tried to get them back for a 4th! Have 800# for early order of Marigold Sky for 09/30 delivery - Hope they don't wait for another 7 years! As Daryl said last night "Music just hasn't been made for 7 years".....you have to agree!!!
Hope Burns <hopeburns [at] mindspring.com>
Charleston, SC USA - Monday, September 01, 1997 at 14:49:03 (EDT)
Does anybody know if Daryl and G.E. Smith are related? They relly look alike especially facial expressions.
H2O
USA - Friday, August 29, 1997 at 01:31:34 (EDT)
WOW! This is sooooo great! I recently saw Hall & Oates at Ravinia (in Chicago). They ROCKED! I must confess I'm obsessed with listening to their CDs -- in the moonlite, under starlite, in the morning (my stereo is my alarm), while I'm driving, ... Daryl's voice is sooooo smooth & soulful. I'm anxiously awaiting Marigold Sky!
Mary
Chicago, IL USA - Thursday, August 28, 1997 at 20:57:07 (EDT)
I was wondering if anyone could give me any information on the new guitarist (Paul)?
Tabi Nelson <fluffy [at] bbs.lethal.net>
Kalkaska, MI USA - Thursday, August 28, 1997 at 18:50:57 (EDT)
My husband and I went to see H&O in Interlochen, MI on August 5th, I believe. It was an excellent show. I am still pumped up from it. I was extreemly impressed with Paul. He is excellent. Hope to see them again in Northern Michigan. :)
Tabi Nelson <fluffy [at] bbs.lethal.net>
Kalkaska, MI USA - Thursday, August 28, 1997 at 14:38:11 (EDT)
More than 10 years ago, there was a book written about Daryl & John called "Dangerous Dances". Would anyone know if that book was ever really printed...and if so, would they know where I could purchase a copy. I tried Barnes & Noble...and no luck :( HELP!!! Thank you =] [Ed. note: Yes, it was printed in 1986 I believe, but is long since out of print. Your best bet is to scour used bookshops, or check the Rocktoys! web site (under the "Possession Obsession" page.)]
Lisa G <5riley [at] villagenet.com>
Valley Stream, NY USA - Wednesday, August 27, 1997 at 22:22:29 (EDT)
When i was 14, I went out with a guy that looked exactly like Daryl...and needless to say, we went out for over 7 yrs! But, I wanted to say that I did go to the H&O concert at Jones Beach on Aug 10th...and may I say it was awesome.. Daryl looked excellent! His voice was in top shape...they opened up with "Method of Modern Love" And they had 3 encores!!! The weather was beautiful and so were they. But I did get a handout that allows you to pre-order the "Marigold Sky" CD and of course the following day I did so...so if anyone is interested...e-mail me. =]
Lisa G <5riley [at] villagenet.com>
Valley Stream, NY USA - Wednesday, August 27, 1997 at 22:12:28 (EDT)
Alaska was so disappointed that the concert for July was cancelled. Will you reschedule or come back at another time?
Gina Johnson <vjohnson [at] gci.com>
Anchorage, AK USA - Tuesday, August 26, 1997 at 21:46:47 (EDT)
Check out the current Billboard 8/30 for a 2 page article on Hall and Oates. It's worth the price and has some revealing stuff.
saif ullah <msaifu [at] aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, August 26, 1997 at 04:09:14 (EDT)
My top 5 cd's: 1. H2O 2. Change of Season 3. Marigold sky- just based on the 4 songs i've heard, can't wait for 9/30. 4. Voices 5. Abandoned Lucheonette
My top 5 songs: 1. Family Man, especially 12" version 2. Out of Touch 3. Don't hold Back your Love 4. Everytime You Go Away 5. Las Vegas turnaround
my top 5 for now, always subject to change.

saif ullah <msaifu [at] aol.com>
columbus, oh USA - Tuesday, August 26, 1997 at 04:06:28 (EDT)
I'm a long time Hall & Oates fan checkin' in to leave my comments! To all who would like to know,I've learned that the CD "X-Static" will be coming out on CD in the next month or so. If you want the Long version of "Wait for me", have patience,you should be able to purchase it soon. I work as a music retailer after many years of being a radio announcer,so I usually have a better idea of what is and isn't available. I've been a long time fan of Hall & Oates, certainly since Casey kasem counted down "Sara Smile" into the Top 10. Am interested in hearing from any other fans to compare notes! Am waiting for the new music to be released! Their best LP: H20 Daryl's best: "Can't stop dreaming". What are your Top 5 singles & LP's???
Steve Orchard <sdor [at] up.net>
Kingsford, Mi USA - Monday, August 25, 1997 at 23:21:28 (EDT)
Saw the H&O show here in Poughkeepsie, NY tonight. WOW! Just awesome! You tend to forget just how talented they really are. It was great to see and hear such a tremendous performance in a small venue like the Mid-Hudson Civic Center. I will be humming the tunes for days! Great site - glad I found it tonight.
Steve Gliner <MSGliner [at] aol.com>
Poughkeepsie, NY USA - Monday, August 25, 1997 at 00:33:11 (EDT)
Seen Hall and Oats At The Canadian National Exhibition Aug. 20. It was pouring rain that night and there was no cover, but I waited for four hours under a umberella and plastic poncho for the show. Hall and Oats were under the bandshell but still got some of the drizzle. I was taking some pictures of John Oats about three hours before the show when one of Hall & Oats management told me and another lady that we couldn't take pictures. He said that we had professional cameras. Meanwhile it was only a 35mm camera with a lense of 28-70 lense. Boy was I upset. We got first row seats then the security from the Ex said anybody could stand up at the stage. Of course after that I was leaning against the stage center front about 8 ft from Hall & Oats. I took about 5 or more pictures FORGET WHAT THE MANAGEMENT SAID and then my camera malfunctioned due to the rain. It was unbelievable to be so close to my favourite duo. I doubt if it will ever happen again. The show was shorter than the others, they didn't sing Me and Mrs Jones which is what I really wanted to hear. Yes Kelly they played the song you inquired about but I don't have my email infront of me to mention what it was. Phyllis
Phyllis <JNacc [at] istar.ca>
Newmarket, Ont. Canada - Saturday, August 23, 1997 at 21:33:12 (EDT)
I just want to say that I have been a fan of Hall and Oates since I was about 13 or 14, and I am still blown away by their music. I especially love their live stuff. I recently saw them at the PNC Center here in New Jersey and I just fell in love with them all over again.
Celeste O'Neill <COneill834 [at] aol.com>
Bloomfield , NJ USA - Saturday, August 23, 1997 at 16:15:20 (EDT)
Saw Daryl Hall and John Oates last night at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA...the show was incredible though a bit short. I loved the new band members. Does anyone know where I can get a tee-shirt or tour book; they didn't sell any merchandise? I have been a huge fan for as long as I can remember. This was the third time I have seen them live. I hope they will continue to tour after the summer. Also, does anyone know if you can purchase a copy of Mrs. Jones? This web site is great! Thanks.
Lisa Morris <lacbla [at] erols.com>
Centreville, VA USA - Saturday, August 23, 1997 at 11:39:00 (EDT)
Did you know that Daryl has a son? Guess who it is.
Darren Hall <sparrowhawk13 [at] hotmail.com>
Duluth, mn USA - Saturday, August 23, 1997 at 03:13:12 (EDT)
CONCERT REPORT! My girlfriend and I saw H & O last saturday August 16, 1997. The show was at the Ravinia Festival in Chicago. It holds about 3400 people in the pavilion and there were about 1000 or so sitting in the storm filled lawn. Everybody had to fight a severe storm to get to the venue. It is a very nice place with a lot to do and eat before the show. I'm sure without the rain we could have enjoyed all of it. This was a very exciting show. The crowd was really into it and everybody had a lot of fun. Daryl, John and the boys took the stage at about 8:10 p.m. After opening the show with "method of Modern Love", Daryl promised "we're gonna make it worth your while" Obviosly refering to the storm. then continued to say "we're gonna play a lot of songs for you (16 in all, set list to follow). The guys were in top form and had a great time as well. The whole band sounded great. The new guitarist, Paul Pesca, even played the solo to "Kiss on My List" with his TEETH!!! When the band broke into "she's Gone", The girls started dancing up to the stage hoping Daryl Or John would give them a look. Later in the show when the crowd recognized the intro to "Maneater" a lot more of us joined the girls already standing right in front of the stage. after ripping through a couple new songs that would make anyone who heard them buy their upcoming new album "Marigold Sky" (Sept. 30) and closed the set with an accoustic "so Close" we would not let them leave until they did, count 'em, THREE ENCORES!!! During the second encore Daryl said "you're really makin' us feel good tonight thank you". All in all it was a great night and I look forward to seeing them again soon. SET LIST: Method of Modern Love, Out of Touch, Marigold Sky-new, Say It Isn't So, She's Gone, How Does It Feel To Be Back, Sara Smile, I Can't Go For That (No Can Do), Maneater, So close. ENCORE 1: Romeo Is Bleeding-new. ENCORE 2: Rich Girl, Can't Help Falling In Love (first few lines) "That was for Elvis", Kiss On My List. ENCORE 3: Me and Mrs. Jones
H2O
USA - Thursday, August 21, 1997 at 23:05:54 (EDT)
she a rich girl, and she's gone to far 'cause she it don't matter anyway
Chris
Hanover, NH USA - Thursday, August 21, 1997 at 15:11:28 (EDT)
I have been developing the web world's first exclusive Daryl Hall sites. Stop by and sign the guestbook, send me your comments and what you'd like to see. I'd like to keep it as interactive as possible. I've seen Daryl with John MANY times and am looking forward to the August 24th show in Poughkeepsie. I went to college there-so I'm looking forward to it! There's never a dull moment on the trails of Daryl Hall. It seems he's always got his hands into something! By the way-Marc this is a great sight! It's truly inspiring and I always look forward to your updates. You all can visit my sites at www.geocities.com/paris/metro/5513 or www.webspawner.com/users/babsandbabs. Thanks!
Robin Leigh Griffin <Robin [at] Telenet.net>
Amsterdam, NY USA - Thursday, August 21, 1997 at 12:29:43 (EDT)
Everyone should take a look at In Touch--The Official Daryl Hall and John Oates UK Fan Club Page. You can reach it at www.h-and-onews.demon.co.uk
Daryl Healea <cdhealea [at] samford.edu>
Birmingham, AL USA - Wednesday, August 20, 1997 at 10:37:41 (EDT)
I've been a H&O fan for the last 17 years and have seen them in concert twice.
Schelli
MN USA - Wednesday, August 20, 1997 at 01:05:04 (EDT)
caught hall and oates at harborlights in boston on aug 12th. they kicked ass!! What was really neat was pulling up to the front gate 2 hrs before the show and accidently catching some of their sound check. That was cool. my fiance and i fell in love to "sara smile", in fact, it's our "song". daryl and john, you can play at our wedding if you want to...lol!
terre johnson
worc, ma USA - Monday, August 18, 1997 at 14:19:22 (EDT)
Hey everyone! Am rediscovering my H&O 'roots' after catching them at Jones Beach. Have to admit, I've seen them do better, but maybe that's 'cos I wasn't on the floor (but still had good seats). My fave concert experiences were the Liberty Concert, July 4, 1985 (I'm featured a few times with my sign during 'Method of Modern Love'), then 9 days later at Live Aid (they were fabulous with the beloved- late-Eddie Kenricks & David Ruffin), and even 1988 for 'Ooh Yeah' at Radio City, when Daryl 'sang' the first line of the second verse of 'Sara Smile' to me (I was right up there singing the song, and he caught my eye! It was to die for!). Well, now at 31, I don't go to concerts as much as I did at 19 and 20 (money's tighter now, too, and the ticket prices have SKYROCKETED!), so seeing them again was a real treat. Anyway, any H&O fans want to e-mail me, please feel free to reply. I can also be found on AOL as bchbumm24, for any fellow AOL'rs out there. Just wanted to say I love the band, this website is GREAT, and long live Hall and Oates!! (By the way, if the dynamic duo ever read this, I love you guys tremendously, and hope to meet you one day!!)
Sue Picciano <bchbumm [at] worldnet.att.net >
Spring Valley, NY USA - Thursday, August 14, 1997 at 22:38:46 (EDT)
Have you guys been calling Adult Contemporary Stations?
RSI <rsi1 [at] webspan.net>
USA - Thursday, August 14, 1997 at 17:36:59 (EDT)
Yeah, everytime I call to request "Promise Ain't Enough" here in Birmingham the radio stations blow me off as if I had the plague or something. What's the deal?
Daryl Healea <cdhealea [at] samford.edu>
Birmingham, AL USA - Thursday, August 14, 1997 at 10:49:06 (EDT)
Ive been requesting Daryl & John's new single, Promise Aint Enough, but they dont seem to be playing it. I'm dying to hear it!!! I request it and they say, Okay we'll try to work it in, and then I listen to the radio all day onkly to hear the same songs over & over again. Does anyone knoe of any stations here in the NYC area thats playing the song yet. If so, PLEASE E-mail me. thanks -Kevin
Kevin
NYC, NY USA - Wednesday, August 13, 1997 at 12:18:45 (EDT)
Having just returned from vacation in Seattle, I am still floating from my experience at the H&O concert at the St. Michelle Winery. It was my second live concert and they just get better and better. I don't care how many times I hear the same songs over, they are great! But the clincher had to be Daryl's soulful voice on "Me & Mrs. Jones." Anyone know where I can get a copy of that? Also, I would like to get my hands on an Unplugged CD.
Mary <hames [at] ptialaska.net>
Sitka, AK USA - Tuesday, August 12, 1997 at 20:52:58 (EDT)
I would like to know where or when i can tape the song mrs jones,i saw it on vh1 aug 11 1997 and loved it . can it be bought?
debbie <acl22 [at] erols.com>
quakertown, pa USA - Tuesday, August 12, 1997 at 16:08:45 (EDT)
hope hall&oates decide to send some copies of their cd up here uin canada so that we can apreciate how good they are.
stephane Rose <azcd [at] hotmail.com>
cornwall, on canada - Monday, August 11, 1997 at 14:38:54 (EDT)
Saw the duo at the PNC Bank Arts Center on Friday, August 8, 1997. Was a little disappointed in the last encore. "Mrs. Jones???!!!!" What happened to "Private Eyes?"
Melanie Finkelstein <mfink [at] fdu.com>
Madison, NJ USA - Monday, August 11, 1997 at 13:34:15 (EDT)
Saw Daryl and John live five times so far. Once in east Texas, twice in Tulsa, OK, twice in the Dallas area. Got backstage once in Tulsa when I was 18 on their Big Bam Boom tour. Had the priviledge of meeting John's uncle who was visiting from New York. Sweetheart of a man. Got to talk face to face with my heart throb John for what seemed like eternity - frozen in time! Incredibly nice. Then in Dallas on their Ooh yeah tour I handed John a note explaining that I'd met him and his uncle in Tulsa four years prior and he remembered. Next thing I know I'm being handed a backstage pass. Met them again but this time there were way too many people back there to get to really speak to them. The most recent concert I attended was at Six Flags on July 5th. Absolutely could not believe I didn't get backstage again! Am still upset! Anyhow, they're still awesome after all these years! Saw them for the first time on late night tv when I was 13. They were singing Kiss on My List - and I fell in love with John. Thought he was the absolute sexiest man I'd ever seen. Still do! Uh, by the way, WHAT HAPPENED TO JOHN'S MOUSTACHE? Never liked one on any man ever except him!! Hopefully the guys will tour again to promote Marigold Skies. I will hopefully get backstage then. (I can dream!) I'm so excited to find that there are other serious Hall and Oates fans out there. I figured I was the only one since I'd never met another. I'm new to the internet and forgot my stupid password so I'm online using my husband's name. My internet name is MrgldSkies. It was the only thing I could come up with that wasn't already in use! Thank you John and Daryl for your wonderful music. Keep making albums!
Susan Redding
Carrollton, Texas USA - Sunday, August 10, 1997 at 00:59:00 (EDT)
I can't believe it! Hall & Oats at the Toronto, Canadian Nationa Exhibition, Free at the band shell with admission price. Pinch me. This is a dream come true.
Phyllis <jnacc [at] istar.ca>
Newmarket , Ont. Canada - Saturday, August 09, 1997 at 23:09:28 (EDT)
I saw Hall & Oates live last night for the first time ever at the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ and it was incredible! I have been a fan since I was 5 or so and I was so pleased that they looked exactly the way I remembered them :)
Neha <Neha333 [at] aol.com>
NJ USA - Saturday, August 09, 1997 at 22:57:25 (EDT)
I have followed Hall & Oates since 1974. Saw them for the first time in Memphis, Tn at Cook Convention Center when Sara SMile first hit it big on the radio. I have seen them all 7 times they have been in Memphis. Daryl and John, please tour in Memphis again and promote your new C.D. so I don't have to go to Atlanta to see you!!
Lieanne Walker <kgabbard [at] mcs.net>
USA - Friday, August 08, 1997 at 20:55:17 (EDT)
Great Web Site!! I miss hearing Daryl & John on the radio every hour (Yes, I'm having an 80's flashback). Hoping to make it to the 8/28 Atlanta Show. Thanks for all the tour info. Your site made me realize just have many RARE photos I have of "the boys" (as Little Gino used to say). - "Midnight hour...almost over" - Until next time... Shorty Studhum
Studhum
Orlando, FL USA - Friday, August 08, 1997 at 01:07:20 (EDT)
Call your AC radio stations to request "Promise Ain't Enough" which will be released to AC stations on M:8/11! Some stations are playing it now!! The song won't be available for sale but they do plan to release a single for top 40 & sale called "Want to", I think. My source as always is Lori and Diane at RSI, where would we be without them. Check out the RSI web page,for the latest and see they new pictures for Marigold Sky!! You'll be seeing them everywhere you look come september. saif
saif ullah <msaifu [at] aol.com>
columbus, oh USA - Thursday, August 07, 1997 at 16:28:02 (EDT)
I have a ton of questions to anyone who can help answer. Will there be a video for the upcoming single--"Promise Ain't Enough"? Will we be able to buy the single in stores? And how did the concerts go in Atlantic City?
Daryl Healea <cdhealea [at] samford.edu>
Birmingham, AL USA - Wednesday, August 06, 1997 at 13:49:54 (EDT)
Here is the set list from the St. Michelle Winery. Fifteen of the songs are old and three are new. Method of Modern Love, Out of Touch, Say it isn't so, Marigold Sky (new), How does it feel to be back, She's gone, Promise ain't enough (new), One on One, Everytime you go away, Sara smile, I can't go for that(no can do), Maneater, So Close, Romeo is bleeding (new), Rich girl, Kiss on my list, Me and Mrs. Jones
Brock <babbe [at] u.washington.edu>
W.A. USA - Tuesday, July 29, 1997 at 02:25:51 (EDT)
After many years, finally saw H&O in concert at Ste Michelle Winery. Great venue, so-so show, contrary to another guest's views. Have to agree completely with Scott Pottersmith of Boulder. The concert was short, their best works were pretty much ommited, and Daryl just spent too much time overacting on stage instead of just getting down to business. John just looked left out of the scene. As with most groups, their earlier works are more creative, and soooo good. The later music becomes less original and more predictable. This is not to mean that they were not enjoyable, they certainly were; however, almost everybody was there to hear their great hits, not so many new songs or undistinguished songs from their lost years. Just about the time the concert was starting to roll, oops, thats all folks, see you next summer. Sure, there were several encores, but quite frankly, I thought that I had paid for more than 80 minutes of half unfamiliar and unsophisticated songs. It also took quite a while for the techs to get the sound levels figured out, as the instruments were far too loud for H&O's voices. And finally, what's with all of these showoff dancers, blocking the view of the stage. They were so full of themselves they kept looking around to see who was watching them. I came to see the act on stage and listen to the music, not to be annoyed by adolescent showoffs. Granted, H&O don't care about that.
del <melander [at] gte.net>
seattle, wa USA - Tuesday, July 29, 1997 at 01:09:47 (EDT)
Just wanted to say to to John, and wondering how the tour is going etc. Summer in Aspen has been beautiful. How's the family holding up to life on the road? Sorry I missed the Denver show, that would have been fun. Lost your e-mail, John, so if you need any help with the Powerbook, or just to say Hi, e-mail back, at sjschaub [at] rof.net. See you in the fall, Sid
Sid Schaub <sjschaub [at] rof.net>
Aspen, CO USA - Monday, July 28, 1997 at 11:13:48 (EDT)
I just got back from seeing Hall n Oates in concert at the St. Michelle Winery here in Washington State. The concert was awesome. I have never seen these guys live, but they blew me away. Daryls voice is still there and even sounded better that the album cuts alot of the time. I am the one who posted the question regarding whether these guys sign autographs. Well now I'll answer it. They do if you figure out where their staying and wait around for two hours. To make a long story short, my brother and I got away with Hall n Oates autographs on my H2O cd cover, 4 guitar picks, and the set list they were using on stage. I still can't believe I met these two living legends. They have been such an inspiration to me. If anyone has any questions give me an e-mail! :) Brock.
Brock <babbe [at] u.washington.edu>
W.A. USA - Monday, July 28, 1997 at 04:25:39 (EDT)
Just saw the July 18th concert at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. Great Show! Hadn't seen them live since 1983 at the Universal Amphitheater. Amazingly, Daryl & John looked and sounded almost identical after all those years. Both T-Bone Walker & "Mr. Casual" provided tight support, but G.E. Smith's flashy licks and showmanship were sorely missed. The crowd loved every minute and even got three encores! Can't wait to see them at the L.A. County Fair in September!
John Macri <lavernes [at] tstonramp.com>
La Verne, CA USA - Thursday, July 24, 1997 at 23:30:35 (EDT)
Check out the RSI web page; they've got a picture of the cd cover for Mariglod sky. MS is due out Sept. 30th and the first single "Promise Ain't Enough" will be out sometime next month. Expect to see them everywhere you look in september as they promote the cd before they start the second leg of thier tour in October. msaifu
saif ullah <msaifu [at] aol.com>
columbus, oh USA - Thursday, July 24, 1997 at 16:33:22 (EDT)
I was lucky enough to have won tickets to the WPLJ Anniversary Party and thought Daryl & John sounded amazing!!! But now I'm going to the concert in Aug. at Jones Beach...and I'm so psyched..The only thing that I'm sad about is that there is no chance of ever getting their autographs..does anyone know a way to have get them? Thanks so much =]]]]]]
Lisa <5riley [at] villagenet.com>
No. Woodmere, NY USA - Wednesday, July 23, 1997 at 09:53:03 (EDT)
Excellent site. Thanks for providing such an information about one of the greatest 80's duos.
Claudio M.
Concepcion, Chile - Sunday, July 20, 1997 at 00:55:55 (EDT)
Does anyone have any information on the H&O concert in Anchorage on 07/26?
Naoko Sugita <naosea [at] osk2.threewebnet.or.jp>
Osaka, Japan - Saturday, July 19, 1997 at 08:19:27 (EDT)
Hi all, I've been asked for a description of the photos from the Denver show, so I put together an in depth account and figured I post it as well. If anyone else is interested, email me. here is a list of the shots 2. closeup of Daryl side shot left hand on mike stand. blue stage light gives it a intimate effect. 6. pulled back shot of Daryl on left and John on right, both w/ acoustic guitars. Half shot of the new lead guitarist just behind John. John has his eyes closed and Daryl was moving and is a stop out of focus. A big control amp w/ green and red lights side stage makes this a great concert shot. 7. this is a similar shot to 6. but is focused on daryl, his mouth is on the mike and his face shows vocal rage. 10. Tight closeup of Daryl w/ acoustic guitar, he is in mid vocal,eyes open. Blue stage light on cymbals of drum set add nice contrast. Daryl has a brown, suede, short sleeve shirt on. looks very electric in the pictures. 11. Pull back of Daryl mid song, John is on the mike, they both have acoustic guitars, the drummer is framed between the two. 12. Full stage w/ Daryl the main focus. John is way on the right particularly cut off. lead guitar, drummer and key boards visible. Audience silhouettes visible at bottom of picture. 13. similar to 11. both mid vocal and eyes shut. sax and drums and keyboard visible. crowd silhouette visible at bottom. 15. My one and only closeup on John. He is head is slightly down, eyes closed, wedding ring visible on fret hand. strum hand hidden behind mike stand warm reddish glow. Great shot, in my opinion. 16. Closeup on Daryl, fret hand on neck of acoustic strum hand bent and up by shoulder, eyes closed. Very passionate feel. 21. similar to 16. fist clenched, eyes open. 23. My favorite shot of Daryl. right hand clenched on mike stand, other hand on mike, hair flying. His body and the mike stand in perfect focus, head, hair, and face a little out of focus. Great effect. He was jamming!
SECOND PICKS 3. Daryl looking right into the lens, sax player very visible. Very cool lighting affect to this shot. 4. closeup of Daryl and John. John on electric guitar. Daryl W/ hands on mike and mike stand. A bit out of focus but still a good shot. 5. Heavy red glow with sax player in background. This shot is out of focus, but I kind of like it. It's a close up on Daryl. He looks a little like David Bowie in this one. 9. Daryl on acoustic guitar, looking down w/ side shot of base player. John is cut out mostly. 14. similar to 10. Daryl's face a tinge out of focus. 17. A strange picture w/ Daryl on acoustic guitar, right hand up in the air with middle finger pointing sideways.(I don't recall why) It's a pull back shot with a couple of Audience heads in strong view but not blocking D or J. 18. A very cool picture of Daryl w/acoustic guitar, head tilted, mid vocal. John with acoustic guitar pointed up in the air. a little out of focus and audience head visible but not blocking D or J. It's a pull back shot. 22. Close up of Daryl w/ hands on either side of his head, mid vocal. A tinge out of focus. Very serious look on his face. 24. Closeup of sax player. a little out of focus. Audience head blocking bottom part of sax. 25. A very cool half shot with Daryl in perfect focus, mid vocal,very animated, John on electric in background. Sax player visible.

Scott Pottersmith <clown [at] earthling.net>
Boulder, CO USA - Friday, July 18, 1997 at 18:10:38 (EDT)
Who said white boys ain't have no soul? Somebody lied!!! Daryl Hall & John Oates are the best white band to walk the planet and since I'm African-American I can go so far as to say they're better than some of the R&B groups to come out lately. After 7''s remake of "Sara Smile" proves that H&O have had the stuff great bands are made of all the time. I started listening to them back around 1981-82 when I was in 3rd or 4th grade and haven't stopped yet. And will not, unless my CD'S melt. Guys keep doing y our best. bECAUSE THE BEST IS YET TO COME. Awesome page.
Melanee (Isis) <hillm [at] mailbox.thomas.public.lib.ga.us>
Thomasville, GGa. USA - Friday, July 18, 1997 at 10:14:01 (EDT)
Hi everyone, I have some great shots from the Denver show. most of them shot from the third row. If you're interested, email me.
Scott Pottersmith <clown [at] earthling.net>
Boulder, CO USA - Thursday, July 17, 1997 at 18:07:12 (EDT)
I, like many others, became a fan in 1980 with the Voices album. I was 15 years old. Daryl and John's music has kept me going over the years. Their voices and music has become a friend to me. I have seen them in concert many times over the years and never miss them when they come to Atlanta. I have never met them, but sure would love too! If anyone has tips for this, please let me know!! Kristi M.
Kristi Morrison <jmorris6 [at] bellsouth.net>
Atlanta, GA USA - Monday, July 14, 1997 at 08:32:09 (EDT)
FANTASTIC!!! I'VE GROWN UP WITH THE MUSIC OF H&O'S. IT WAS SO FUN TO RELIVE SOME OF MY YOUTH. I WILL BE ATTENDING THE FREE CONCERT IN BETHLEHEM, PA ON AUG 14,1997 MUSIKFEST! SO... IT WAS IMPORTANT TO BRUSH UP ON MY TRIVA. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
KAREN PITSILOS <ROSE875 [at] AOL.COM>
HELLERTOWN, PA USA - Thursday, July 10, 1997 at 19:49:45 (EDT)
To the "Keepers" of this page, I thank you for cleaning up the multiple post. OK, I waited a couple of days before I posted my review of the show. 7/8/97 The Grizzly Rose in Denver CO. As stated in my last post, I’m not very familiar with H&O post Abandoned Luncheonette except for some of the main stream hits. I’m writing this as A/L spins on the cd player. That was when John Oates meant something to H&O. John has an amazing voice, and was a critical ingredient in the H&O recipe. Although John’s guitar playing during the show was enjoyable, he never seemed like he was close to being anything more than one of the supporting musicians. The new material sounded interesting, but less than what I regard as true H&O. The chemistry was not there. As for Daryl, he was trying to stay involved in the show. His voice showed noticeable wear and tear from the tour. It wasn’t until the final song of the third encore that I glimpsed the former Daryl. He just blew away the crowd with a explosive version of Mrs. Jones! For me it was worth the price of admission. I was disappointed that they chose to completely ignore the first three albums. It was such a small venue; that material would have shined. I guess I understand why they stay away from that music; it is the most demanding material they have ever done. With that version of Mrs. Jones, I just know they could pull it off. If for no reason but to say we remember the past and honor it. I’m looking foreword to the new album, hoping that a well rested voice, and a little more vocal participation from John will make it a worthwhile buy.
Scott Pottersmith <clown [at] earthling.net>
Boulder, CO USA - Thursday, July 10, 1997 at 14:31:40 (EDT)
This site I have just discovered is so pleasing to my eyes, to view all the e-mails from other fans who know there is something unique about Hall & Oates that make them the greatest musical act EVER! Nobody can claim to match the strength of Daryl's voice, his vocal range seems greater now than ever after buying "Can't Stop Dreaming" from Diane at RSI (THANKS AGAIN). Let's not forget John Oates; his presence in the duo is just as important. John's vocals are very impressive as well,whether providing background vocals, harmonizing with Daryl, or singing lead vocals; just listen to "Possession Obsession" or "Starting All Over Again". Without John lending his vocal and songwriting ability, they would not have the same incredible sound. I have been a fan myself since I bought their 45rpm of "Kiss On My List" in 1980 at 8 years old! Since then I have purchased EVERY single, 12" (and most promo 12"s), and album they ever released in the US and have every CD of Hall&Oates and Daryl Hall solo EXCEPT "Livetime" and "X-Static" on CD. By the way, if you have these on CD, I have extra CDs of Daryl's "3 Hearts" and a few duplicate 12"s if you wish to trade; will also sell to fans who may want these (only because I have extras!!). I have been to only 3 of their concerts but I am going to 2 MORE in AUGUST. One concert in Savannah on August 27 and back to my real hometown of Virginia Beach on August 30!!! I'll be taking lots of photos and hopefully videotaping the Va. Beach concert, if allowable since it's outdoors. Anyway, Daryl and John, if you ever see this, I will always regard your music as the smoothest, most soulful, and most memorable music I have ever heard, OOH YEAH! Any fans of Hall&Oates who want to talk about their music and concert experiences or want to talk about our personal collections just e-mail me at hughesbret [at] hotmail.com!
brett hughes <hughesbret [at] hotmail.com>
Beaufort, SC USA - Thursday, July 10, 1997 at 10:02:25 (EDT)
GREAT PAGE! I was searching for reviews on the tour and found this page. I can’t say how good it is to find people that can put War Babies and Hall and Oates in the same sentence. [by the way, if anyone can tell me where I can get a copy of War Babies on CD I would be extremely grateful. I’ve been looking for 10 years with no luck] Anyway, I was turned on to H&O when my brother special ordered the Whole Oats LP from a small record shop in Oyster Bay NY in 1973. I was in 9th grade and instantly hooked. My brother played "I’m sorry" and pointed out the amazing vocal technique that Daryl was using, and from that point I don’t think that disk left the turntable for days. We just waited for tour information and in 1976 it came. H&O would play the Calderone Concert Hall 5/1/76 Everyone was phyched (I never tried to spell that word) We had been turning every person we knew on to H&O for 3 years. It was a major event and one of the top 5 concerts of my life! The Calderone was an old movie house and the acoustics were amazing. Daryl knew it and proceeded to demonstrate it by doing a good portion of one song (and for the life of me I can’t remember which one it was, it might have been "You’re Much Too Soon") without the aid of the microphone. It was spectacular to hear the power and range of his voice. I’ve never seen anything quite like it since. If anyone was at that show and can remember the song, please let me know. The show was a collection of songs from Whole Oates, Abandoned Luncheonette, and War Babies LP’s. (In my opinion, the best work they ever did) It was very soon after that show that Daryl came out and said he had to change his vocal technique to save his voice from being destroyed. That is the way I remember the story. However it came out, the result was a major change in the music. I lost touch with their new music and continued to enjoy the old music, and to turn people on to the first 3 LP’s. There wasn’t much in the way of new things that appealed to me until I listened to Robert Fripp’s Exposure CD. It wasn’t new, but it was new to me. Classic Daryl singing lead on "Burn Me Up I’m A Cigarette" and one or two others. Boy have I been in the dark! I just went to look for the Exposure CD to get the name of the other songs, and I read from the liner notes "This album was conceived as the third part of MOR trilogy with Daryl Hall’s solo album 'Sacred Songs' and 'Peter Gabriel II' both of which I (Fripp) produced and to which I contributed." I had always thought it was pre H&O stuff. WOW!! I really owe a debt of gratitude to this page for this. Can you believe I’ve never even tried to get "Sacred Songs" I’ve seen this Title mentioned on this page included with the disks that are not available in the US. if there is any other news about this please let me know. OK thanks for listening, that was 25 years of H&O that I needed to get out. I can’t believe I’m going to see them tonight at some little country western bar. I almost blew it off. Thanks to this page, that’s not going to happen.
Scott Pottersmith <clown [at] earthling.net>
Boulder, CO USA - Tuesday, July 08, 1997 at 17:21:37 (EDT)
gosh..im upset. i emailed a couple of ppl that signed the guestbook..and they arent the correct email addresses!! am i not supposed to put my correct address on here? :(
carla <carla [at] isource.net>
dallas, tx USA - Monday, July 07, 1997 at 22:30:08 (EDT)
just went to the concert the other night in dallas!! WOW!!! THEY WERE GREAT!!!!! i couldnt have asked for more. that was the first time i got to meet them. im 25 and this is the only kinda music i listen to!!! my mom says i was born 20 years to late!! they were just unbelievable!!!! wooo hooooo hope i get to make it to the pittsburgh concert!! i cant wait to see them again! anyone up around dallas...feel free to email me...i love meeting new people! :) carla
carla <carla [at] isource.net>
dallas , tx USA - Monday, July 07, 1997 at 22:25:04 (EDT)
Can't believe my good luck! Just browsing the net--then I run right into this fantastic page. Nice work, Marc. My husband says to me, "You're such a product of the '80's!" I know--ain't it great??!! Love H & O; can't believe will get to see them back to back years here in Pittsburgh...and IC Light Amp sure beats the hell out of driving out to Starlake (although it's a small price to pay for a great concert). I love these guys--been a fan since 5th grade 1977; know I'll be one for life! Anybody else looking forward to the August Pittsburgh show as much as I am?
susan mortensen <emortensen [at] pol.com>
pittsburgh, pa USA - Sunday, July 06, 1997 at 23:48:13 (EDT)
RE: my review of The Concert at The Amusement Park In Arlington. Actually, I have no idea what "dash rip roarin', rootin' tootin' Texas fracass" means... Really, those of us in the big cities (D/FW) don't talk like that. It's amazing what your mind will come up with at 3:00am CDT in the morning after you go to a fantastic concert, spend the rest of the night record shopping all over the metroplex, and top it off with breakfast at Denny's. By the way, if you ever happen to read the Dallas Morning News, don't get too worked up when you read a review of your favorite concert written by Mario Tarradell. This guy's purpose in life is obviously to dig and scrape for SOMETHING to bitch about. He gave The Concert an overall good review, but said Daryl was "trying too hard to be soulful" on "Everytime You Go Away". Last year he did a review of Lucero's (my favorite singer from Mexico) concert at the Coca-Cola Starplex Amphitheater, saying that she should "just chuck all that pop nonsense" (i.e. four fifths of her career's work) and stick with her ranchera (mariachi) songs, forgetting that many of us gringos like her for her pop work. Thankyou!
Edward A. Hamm <rehammx [at] aol.com>
Frisco, TX USA - Sunday, July 06, 1997 at 13:15:12 (EDT)
July 5, 1997, Daryl Hall and John Oates come in and KICK MAJOR ASS at the Music Mill Theater in Six Flags Over Texas (aka The Amusement Park In Arlington). Overall, it was a different kind of show, with lots of acoustic guitars. Daryl easily spent twice as much time on the guitar than he did on the keyboard, taking a seat (see what turning fifty does to you?) for "I Can't Go For That", "Rich Girl", and "Kiss On My List". The two new songs are excellent. "Margold Sky" is a vaguely Mellencamp-ish acoustic rock ballad, while "Romeo Is Bleeding" is more the all out rocker. HIGH POINTS: 1. "Everytime You Go Away" started with just Daryl on acoustic guitar, Bobby Mayo on organ, and Mike Braun on drums, then continues with the full band through verse two. There is a nice a capella chorus, a blistering sax solo by Charles DeChant, and a funky-sounding blues bridge near the end. 2. The "dash rip roarin', rootin' tootin' Texas fracass" reaction from the crowd entices the band into THREE encores. LOW POINTS: 1. John's only lead was in the co-vocals for "She's Gone". 2. I showed up at the concert with US$100.00 in my pocket, but there was no merchandise (t-shirts, programs, posters, etc) to spend it on. THE BAND: Charles "Mr. Casual" DeChant - sax, keyboards, percussion; Tom "T-Bone" Wolk - bass, mandolin, guitar; Bobby Mayo - keyboards; Mike Braun - drums; Paul Pesco - lead guitar. SONG LIST: "M-e-t-h-o-d O-f Modern L-o-v-e", "Out Of Touch", "Say It Isn't So", "Marigold Sky", "She's Gone", "One On One", "Everytime You Go Away", "Sara Smile", "I Can't Go For That (No Can Do)", "Maneater", "So Close - Unplugged". FIRST ENCORE: "Romeo Is Bleeding", "Adult Education". SECOND ENCORE: "Rich Girl", "Kiss On My List". THIRD ENCORE: "Me And Mrs. Jones". TIME: Approximately two hours.
Edward A. Hamm <rehammx [at] aol.com>
Frisco, Tx USA - Sunday, July 06, 1997 at 04:19:48 (EDT)
I just got back from seeing "the boys" at Station Casino in Kansas City. It was so wonderful ("Me and Mrs. Jones" - wow!!) and I felt restless afterwards, so I just wandered about the casino complex. Then BOOM, I practically run into Daryl Hall on h is way to one of the restaurants there. Okay, do I follow or not??? I had to. I get to the place and start chatting with a woman named Stephanie. We finally convince each other to go in and say "hi". He was very nice, shook our hands, and gave us both autographs, And ladies, he looked great, even better than on stage. But, I babbled inanely. So, Daryl, if you ever see this, I was the girl all in black and what I meant to say was that I could not allow myself to pass up the opportunity to meet you , be cause I have loved your music for so long. I had a crush on you at 16 and I think I could all over again. I can hardly wait for the new album. Please come back to Kansas City soon.
Leslie Ann <Loladeda [at] aol.com>
Kansas City, Missouri USA - Friday, July 04, 1997 at 02:21:00 (EDT)
Just in case Daryl and John see this, I think it would be nice if they would record the old Motown tune, "Baby, I'm for Real". I belive they would sound great! I can hear Daryl's voice ringing already!
ANGELA GARDNER
DETROIT, MI USA - Thursday, July 03, 1997 at 13:59:21 (EDT)
Hi! This is Angela Gardner from Detroit again. The concert at Pine Knob was a blast! We got a little rained-on, but the skies cleared up. The concert was better than last year's. My sister and I have vowed to attend each concert whenever they are here. We are glad they came back again and wejoyed the variety of songs. It was reat to see T-Bone and Mr.Casual, the always sound great! - They
Angela Michelle Gardner
Detroit, MI USA - Thursday, July 03, 1997 at 13:12:56 (EDT)
Glad to know I am not the only Hall & Oates fan out there. Sometimes I get the feeling I'm the only one when talking to people. Can't wait to see them at the Greek Theater in LA on July 18th. I would give anything to meet Daryl in person. He has the most beautiful eyes. Any suggestions on how to meet him?
Debbie Schoeppel <dschoeppel [at] aol.com>
Whittier, CA USA - Tuesday, July 01, 1997 at 22:22:27 (EDT)
Hey, just came back from seeing the boys do Pine Knob up in Detroit area. Semi-covered amplitheatre and some people got wet, but we've been waiting for these guys too long to be detered. So how did it sound in the middle, cuz I was the stages far right half way up and that turbo sound system was messy. Had to put my fingers in my eras to wash out the high end noise and get some mids. But other then that; you got to admire the talent on stage. Pure and refreshing are only two of the words that jump to mind. Sure, there were typical screw ups, a bass level or a voice crack or a timing or cord flub, but never twice, and it had to be looked for. They gave us what we wanted and more to the tune of fresh new material too. I love the "B" heart-feltly used and the drummer was majestic. Good to hear "T-bone" , and when they did the three acoustics, it was a kodak moment of sound. Let's not forget the new guy; delicious. The dynamic duo, were just that. Each flavored the performace with his own special herbs of polish, presence, and talent. This made the night a feast for my ears and it's recommended dining for the musically starved. Lauren Evans.
Lauren <snowgirl12 [at] hotmail.com>
Canada - Tuesday, July 01, 1997 at 12:16:55 (EDT)