Hall & Oates Duo in Legal Dispute Over Business Sale

John Oates plans to sell his share of their joint venture, leading to a lawsuit and restraining order from Daryl Hall. Despite the legal battle, Oates expresses pride in their shared musical legacy.

Daryl Hall and John Oates, the famous music duo, are embroiled in a legal battle over Oates' attempt to sell his share of their joint venture, Whole Oats Enterprises, to Primary Wave Music.
Hall has filed a lawsuit and was granted a temporary restraining order against Oates, claiming the sale would violate their business agreement.
Despite the ongoing legal dispute, Oates has expressed pride in their musical legacy, stating that the Hall & Oates catalog of hits will always trump anything they do individually.
Oates has also stated that he has 'moved on' and is focusing on living in the present, indicating a possible end to the duo's partnership.
The case is expected to be decided in a confidential arbitration process.