Daryl Hall, co-founder of the iconic pop rock duo Hall & Oates, has filed a lawsuit and obtained a restraining order against his bandmate John Oates. The legal action, filed in Nashville's chancery court on Thursday, is classified as a 'contract/debt' dispute, though the details of the case remain sealed.
The court issued a temporary restraining order against Oates, effective from 30 November, as reported by Variety. Hall's lawsuit targets both Oates as an individual and Oates's trust. Representatives for either musician could not be reached for comment.
The move comes amid public tension between the duo. In a 2022 interview on Bill Maher's Club Random podcast, Hall remarked that Oates was not his 'creative partner' but rather his 'business partner'. He added, 'John and I are brothers, but we are not creative brothers.'
Hall & Oates have been performing together since 1972 and are known for hits such as 'Kiss on My List', 'Private Eyes' and 'Maneater'. Despite touring together as recently as October 2022, they have also pursued separate projects over the years. The lawsuit adds a legal dimension to their long-standing professional relationship.
