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John Oates

John Oates is an American musician, best known as one-half of the famous rock and roll duo Hall & Oates, alongside Daryl Hall. Born in 1948, he plays guitar and keyboards and contributes vocals, blending styles like rock, soul, and pop. Hall & Oates gained widespread popularity in the 1970s and 1980s with hits such as "Maneater" and "You Make My Dreams." Oates is recognized for his musical talent, songwriting, and his influence on the genre, maintaining a successful career spanning several decades in the music industry.