Daryl Hall | Club Random with Bill Maher

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Bill and Daryl randomly riff on rock stars who have long marriages, Daryl’s conversion to Judaism, why some people can sing and some can’t, Daryl reveals who did what on the Hall & Oates records (hint: mostly Daryl) 14:31, Bill’s love of Hall & Oates’ obscure songs, Clive Davis’ take on Bill’s playlist and Daryl’s opinion of the legendary hitmaker, Bill and Daryl on success and the measure of sanity, the impossibility of being faithful when you’re a rock star, the woman who Sara Smile was written about, and the rare bands who can play two hours of hits in a concert.
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[@cherylb2008]

Live at Daryl’s House is wonderful He’s a great voice and a great songwriter

[@scuffmacgillicutty7509]

And a gracious host. Just watched the one with Charlie Starr. Fantastic.

[@Mel-di3sl]

One of the greatest voices of the last 50 years... Talent is talent. Period.

[@chachmcgrach2053]

Still seems like an ass wipe

[@penniidema8586]

❣❣

[@vanillaexplosion99]

"Period" is something women say or feminized men say. Which is it Mel?

[@karenharris722]

@@vanillaexplosion99 Don't be stupid!

[@karenharris722]

@@vanillaexplosion99 It's meant to be plain and simple!

[@jackhargreaves1911]

Well done to Daryl for managing to get a few words in.

[@anchmcle]

.. and secondhand smoke.

[@stangsswang8355]

par for the course with this clown

[@flyingfluffyhockey]

So as someone who has probably heard 95% or more of Daryl's interviews, I think I can add some perspective to what might appear to be him discrediting John here. First, Maher needed to be more specific when asking about things in terms of time, like Daryl said at the end " Oh you're talking about the OLD days"....What we need to realize is that it has been almost 40 years since Daryl and John actually sat in a room with guitars/piano and wrote a song together. It may not feel that way to us because we still love the music like it was written yesterday, but for Daryl, that was 2 or maybe 3 lifetimes ago. Think of it like a marriage and the songs were the kids ( Daryl has used this analogy before). They got married, had all these kids, grew apart, but still care for each other and have to still remain " together" to help keep the kids safe, taken care of ect.....So there is that part The real issue here, and what I hear in many of Daryl's interviews, is a confusion/anger that he was never taken seriously as a solo artist, and least not in the way he wanted. Just look at what he has witnessed. Michael Jackson, Don Henley, Phil Collins, Sting, George Michael, Jon Bon Jovi, Rob Thomas, and more, all split from their original groups and found, in some cases, more success solo than with the original groups. So from Daryl's POV, he must be like WTF? Why did I get so ignored? To the point that his best album, IMO, Can't Stop Dreaming, was basically ignored until it was re-released AFTER Hall & Oates were back together with Do It For Love. Only THEN was that album even recognized, and it did spur a few AC/Jazz hits...So I 100% forgive his hurt, and he is clearly hurt, that when he tried to go solo he was never really given the time of day or promoted properly, and only after each time he would go running back to John, did he have success. He is human, and that would wear on any of us. Lastly, some of what you see here is memory loss. Daryl has never had a good memory because he is always in the now. I have NEVER , and I have seen at least 30 in person, I have NEVER seen a H&O show where he did not screw up the lyrics at least once, you just come to expect it lol. Also, many times his stories are different or confusing from one interview to the next. I have heard him say that Jon Bon Jovi did an excellent job on So Close, and I have also heard him say he ruined the song. Yes, we all know that he was divorced before his ex wife died, but you can tell by the look in his eyes that he still loved her, and most likely their parting was similar to how he parted with Sarah, who said " I know he still loves me, but he just can't be with me" or something close to that. You can tell by the way he speaks about Tommy, Clive and others that he feels cheated somehow, that he feels he should have been able to have equal success solo as he did with H&O. And really , who can blame him? Just listen to any of Soul Alone or Can't Stop Dreaming and you wonder how in the HELL did these albums flop and not produce hits? It seems it was all political and business related, and not really related to the music. Labels wanted so badly to protect the H&O brand that they ignored Daryl. He even said once "we work together because the world forces us to". If you watch enough of his interviews you realize he has some deep wounds, and a love/hate relationship with almost every MALE he interacts with ( a few exceptions) and speaks very fondly and lovingly about all of the women in his life. I think John knows him, and will just take this interview as Daryl being Daryl. Anyway, just my two cents.

[@jodylara7214]

Very well said! As a true hall and Oates fan and you are so right ❤️

[@terrymartin7]

@Flying Fluffy Hockey Being a huge fan of Hall & Oates, I totally agree with everything you said. "Can't Stop Dreaming," IMO, was his best solo album, which he recorded in Japan. It wasn't released in the US until later, so my husband had to order it from Japan. Watched them so many times, even in smaller venues around Southern California. The last count was 25 times. I will never tire of watching them live, even with the same setlist. 🧡🙂

[@tarnopol]

Interesting!

[@dirkbag22]

Great interview. Daryl is his own man - whether one agrees with him or not, he has his life going the way he likes. He's a brilliant musician, songwriter and vocalist. I have enormous respect for him and the music that he has given us, with or without Mr. Oates. I hope we have many more years to enjoy this great music artist. Thanks Bill.

[@andrewokamoto]

Daryl Hall, one of the greatest voices and hit makers of his generation. One of the few artists that sound just as good live as in the studio.

[@phoenixzappa7366]

He's completely out of touch

[@AOConnor]

Exactly ❤

[@tommyjohnson8081]

@@phoenixzappa7366 ... And out of TIME??

[@waynej2608]

He needs a drink and a quick decision...

[@stacysmith7387]

One of the greatest?

[@caseymuldoon7125]

God, he never shuts up. He just loves the sound of his own voice. Not talking about Daryl Hall here.

[@tericm]

Geez Bill….Shut up and let the man talk! Not the best interview on this show. IMO…

[@jennybrandt5188]

Bill is so into himself. I wouldn't have even watched this except for the fact that I really love Daryl Hall's music. However, I can't stand Bill Maher. Maher's stance is always the same: "I'm a liberal and I don't care what you think." He's so boring.@@tericm

[@Neutron-re2ru]

he says a lot of stupid shit too

[@rustuslandon5612]

It's hard to love someone so much, then get such a blow to the gut with such nonsense... I have to remember that these people live in a bubble and can't see what we see. I have hope though.

[@jameson3500]

Daryl Hall would have a good excuse for loving the sound of his own voice though, lol.

[@memoryhero]

I feel like it was much more important for Daryl personally to draw this huge incandescent line between him and Oates during the interview than it was for us to hear it.

[@lydialilli4351]

I was a travel agent for Hall & Oates (I worked for a small travel agency in Forest Hills, Queens NY that specialized in travel arrangements for bands including The Rolling Stones, Supertramp, Bruce Springsteen, Cyndi Lauper, The Allman Bros. Band and of course, Hall & Oates. I loved Daryl - he was so gorgeous and talented. I got to meet them and went to a few of their concerts for free - one of the perks of working at the travel agency. Plus we always got advance free copies of their latest albums.

[@seriouskaraoke879]

The thing I admire about Daryl Hall is that his hits have withstood the test of time. Songs like "I Can't Go For That" and "Sara Smile" still sound as fresh today as they did from my car radio back in the day. I never would have guessed that as they were straight up pop and most all pop has a very short shelf life.

[@SC-gp7kt]

"Pop" is short for "popular", and that changes throughout time. Akin to "trending" fashions.

[@totigerus]

I’m a huge hall and oats fan. Saw them at the Hollywood bowl. But try playing Sara smile to a 13 year old kid and ask if they think it sounds “fresh”

[@sherilevinsky9269]

Awesome Show❤ Thanks Bill

[@ptownscribe1254]

Sara Smile and I Can't Go for That are soul/R&B songs. Straight up pop would be You Make My Dreams or Kiss On My List.

[@roccoz2231]

What is Daryl talking about that he and John don't have a "creative partnership"? Nevermind all the songs that they wrote *together* -- "She's Gone", "Out of Touch", etc. -- it was fairly common knowledge that they would help each other arrange and shape the songs that they wrote separately. And they produced all of their 80s albums together. If that's not a creative partnership, then wtf is?

[@rewindh462]

People get tired of that after awhile. Not that surprising

[@magicman322]

​@@rewindh462- That's fine you want to stay on your own path but completely rewriting history in such a narcissistic way is something I wouldn't have expected from him. I will point out that Daryl only has a big hit outside of H&O so John sure did something worthwhile in the group. It is sad though. Too bad the pandemic wrecked that potential last studio album that will never happen now.

[@edm5378]

​@@magicman322he reminds me of the American Barry Gibb. It could be he wants to have a solo name too late into his career.

[@stevelunt4309]

My band opened 60 shows for Hall & Oates in ‘77 and ‘78. It was during their comparatively commercially lean period of ‘Beauty On A Back Street’ and ‘Along The Red Ledge’ albums. I used to watch them from sidestage, night after night, as Daryl would never sing a song the same way two nights in a row. He is a true soul singer of the highest order, black or white. All Daryl said here was that he and John are now just business partners, in the H&O brand. It’s a touring brand only at this point, and it pays bills for both of them. They’re not creative partners in the songwriting/arranging/recording/producing sense. It wasn’t mean. It was just the facts. Having said that, Daryl is rather aloof and he does have an ego, and there’s nothing wrong in that. I’ve yet to meet many highly successful people who aren’t that way. It’s more than often part of the equation that makes them so great to begin with. I must add that John was a very friendly and accommodating touring partner. Good guy. Daryl is very private.

[@paulegger9031]

Hey, thanks AWESOME reply. I MISS the good old days. I think it was their only album that had a bit more of a ROCK approach, with of course that sweet, smooth Philly sound as well. Be well, Peace.

[@geneobrien8907]

Very cool! I saw them in the mid 70's just as Sara Smile was breaking. I had been a fan for almost a year at that point. The first H&O album I bought was Abandoned Luncheonette, I immediately went out and bought Whole Oats. They were different and special, I told everyone about them. That mid 70's concert was on Long Island, my GF and future wife wasn't too familiar with H&O and she wasn't feeling too great (her period), anyway, within 20 minutes she forgot about her headache and pain, it was better than any Midol pill, LOL! When Daryl was singing Sara Smile he sat at the edge of the stage and he had that entire audience in the palm of his hand, it was a terrific concert! You were very fortunate to have played on the same billing with them.

[@noracharles9366]

Exactly! 💯 well written 👏

[@BlueEyes-gp8lg]

You guys opened for them during their greatest creative period. Their biggest hits were ahead of them, but they were writing better overall material in the late '70's.

[@BlindMellowJelly]

I agree he is a wonderful man. As a kid I somehow found myself backstage at a huge show in Ohio because of my fathers association with the promoter. I saw a little argument with him and one of the guys from AWB. I think he was the leader not sure but it began harsh but two level headed men were able to stifle it before it got nasty. Maurice White from EWF and Leroy Sugarfoot Bonner from the Ohio Players. Had nothing to do with anything musical but back in the mid 70s people seemed to be less arrogant and more willing to let things go. They just dont make men like this anymore. Great post, loved reading it.

[@LadyGrace67]

Wow!!! I have been such a fan of Hall & Oates since I was 13/14 years old. What a great interview. Two men conversing about music. I can listen for hours.

[@bestjazzplaylists7104]

Hall and Oates fan. Interesting that DH talks about how he did most of the studio work on some of the hits with his "business partner" . But his solo recording career garnered basically one hit song.

[@willdill4987]

Like the Chris rock joke. "I don't know what the hell Oates does. But Hall has never had a hit song without him"

[@discodivo9045]

This could have been such a nice treat for Daryl Hall fans. Bill, you blew it big time, next time drink less, smoke less, and talk less

[@PennyAlesi]

agreed

[@cocoarg19]

Unbelievable give oates some credits he wrote a lot of the songs as well. What an ego it was all me. Come on darryl He was your partner in music. Both of you are great.

[@Terk131]

And because of this podcast, the lawsuits were filed and Daryl got a restraining order against John. Crazy times we live in.

[@cocoarg19]

Wow!!!

[@michaelmcdermott9008]

I’ve seen a Stern interview where Daryl did give Oates a lot of credit. Wonder what happened

[@Terk131]

@@michaelmcdermott9008 I saw an interview with John just a few weeks ago and the lady asked “who is the more sensitive one, which one of you is the one who cries” John said, “oh that’s an answer for a few weeks, there’s going to be allot of crying”.. makes you wonder what happened for sure.

[@derkommissar785]

I worked in Hollywood for a bank, a filing job. One of my many co-workers was a cute woman named Jena. One day she brought in an album (that I had heard of, as it was reviewed in Rolling Stone) called Abandoned Luncheonette. She quit after a few weeks. Later, I realized she was Sara ( Sara Smile ) Allen's younger sister.

[@taylorburton7820]

Janna.

[@jakewaldman6243]

Damn Daryl doesn’t want to give John any credit 🤣 Clearly some animosity there or Daryl is just very conceded

[@christopherallen9580]

Daryl has been a prick about his partnership" with Oates for years.

[@slashtrio]

Yea I’m not a particular fan of them but obviously know their hits. I thought he came across a bit arrogant and petty when describing their relative musical contributions. A bit cringy for me

[@tombryan1]

Remember, he said he had more than 30 hits but hes not counting.

[@andrewflanders262]

Daryl has reason to be a little bitter, "Hall and Oates" is like a brand that he can't afford to lose, but Daryl has always been "the producer" of the two, and it's not even close. Billy Joel and Elton John don't have to share credit with someone like he does.

[@slashtrio]

@@andrewflanders262 that all sounds depressing ha.

[@BlueEyes-gp8lg]

Nice job, Bill - this is easily the best interview with Daryl Hall that I have ever seen or heard. Very relaxed...and everyone is more open and revealing when they are relaxed.

[@peterhburge]

For those of you, who like I, cannot stand to hear Maher’s voice any more than is necessary, the comments Daryl makes about his relationship with John Oates is at about 12:45 in.

[@RayRoss925]

Can’t stand Maher either, thank you brother.

[@bondfool]

Bless you 🙏

[@bigben618]

Thanks 🍻

[@johnwright2911]

Loved the Live From Daryl's House! Such a voice Daryl still has.

[@himoragenma6416]

INDEED!!!!

[@josecanales2978]

That was great.

[@samanthab1923]

One of my Favs was with Cee-Lo Green. Never saw Daryl so happy 😊

[@himoragenma6416]

@@samanthab1923 EXACTLY, one of the BEST, FOR SURE!!!!👏👏✌️

[@lolodee3528]

Joe Walsh, Diane Birch, Pat Monahan, Todd Rundgren, Shelby Lynne, Amos Lee, Mutlu Onaral, Kandace Springs, Rumer, Tommy Shaw, Smokey, Brett Dennen, Minus the Bear, Dirty Heads, Jimmy Wayne, Rob Thomas, Jason Mraz, Ty Taylor, Finger Eleven, Butch Walker, ALLEN STONE, Wyclef Jean, Aaron Neville, Kenny Loggins

[@christopherdavies3079]

Great interview and I’m a big fan of Hall & Oates but a bit shocked by Daryl’s attitude about John Oates . I think that Daryl could have been a bit more humble than coming across like this .

[@roballen6449]

Just keeping it real. I love Daryl!

[@TheVintessa]

It must have been tiring carrying Oates for decades.

[@jennifermueller7203]

Daryl is so full of his self he makes me sick. He wouldn't be where he is today without John Oates. He's jealous, he's selfish, and has and ego the size as his big head. His wife divorced him after a short marriage and either drowned or OD in a bath tub. He had all those musicians on his Live from Daryl's house then turned around and got ton's of money for those shows. Did he pay any of those musicians for their appearance.???? He may be a perfect recipient of a true narcissist I have ever saw. That is why he is alone. He will be alone the rest of his life. He didn't talk about his son because he could be jealous of his own son that he abandoned. A fan of Oats and Hall not Daryl Hall who is a poor excuse for A human being.

[@allthingsnu4673]

Interesting how Daryl doesn't talk about the songs John wrote which were some of their big hits as well. I appreciate both of them for their music and wish them the best.

[@stacyedgington1269]

Daryl is very full of himself. I feel sorry for John.😢

[@Gretny]

I noticed that !

[@TONY_FEZ]

This is the interview that ended Hall and Oates. They have not played a live date as H&O since.

[@noah-gabel]

Was looking for this comment - business partners? C’mon. Oates has a hell of a lot of talent and contributed heavily to some of their greatest hits. I’d argue his voice is just as good if not better than Daryl’s.

[@rblegend50]

Daryl, I am so glad you took the time to interview! Bill , great job! Daryl you are such an artist, I’m sure fame chases you into privacy and you do not have the time to explain your creativity! Or even want to! Thanks for sharing with Bill about your creativity, and take on life!

[@joer2513]

I'm 22 but I've really come across his music over the past year or two, especially live stuff, this guy is insane, a real musician and vocalist... Great to see him sit down in an interview quite recent, like gold dust... hope he does something like this again

[@susanbezio6708]

John Oates has a very successful writing career on his own. He didn't deserve this. His solo work is amazing.

[@cathy1520]

Disappointing that Daryl comes off as being so arrogant. John Oates praises him in his book but Daryl Hall seems to be brushing him off as if he had nothing to do with Daryl‘s career

[@michelepfaff5363]

@@cathy1520 totally agree....it's annoying. His ego is huge & I think he needs people around telling him how great he is. I love the music, not so much the man anymore.

[@sandyshoenberger2697]

heartbreaking to have heard him say those things.

[@Litlj-xt4gw]

I've watched several interviews with Daryl Hall & still don't understand the "attitude" towards John Oats. Nothing he says about his relationship (or non-relationship) with John makes sense to me.

[@sandyshoenberger2697]

@@Litlj-xt4gw I agree very sad and confusing. I hate to think it's nothing but ego. If I wouldn't have heard him say it and the tone in his voice, I wouldn't have believed it.

[@ronrubicon1593]

Daryl Hall sure loves throwing John Oates under the bus.

[@TheVintessa]

Maybe he has reason

[@wiredwebmaster]

Wow. perfect "club random" guest!! I have not heard (or thought) about Daryl Hall in decades. Super talented guy, but sounds like he's suffering from bitterness about John. FUN FACT: My mom went to high school with John Oates.

[@lorenanders702]

North Penn right?

[@framundajohnson2186]

and rode his stash?

[@databasefei4129]

Sacred Songs & Abandoned Luncheonette are some of my favourite 70s album and Darryl Hall is probably one of the best pop male vocalists of his generation. More legendary musicians on the show please!

[@alwayssomething8572]

Abandoned Luncheonette! 👍

[@r.p.mcmurphy6623]

There's no "probably" about it. DH is the epitome of 'blue-eyed soul'!

[@helloitsmehb]

@@alwayssomething8572 agreed. 💯

[@danielc1978]

@@r.p.mcmurphy6623 Don't let Daryl hear you say that; he hates that phrase....

[@korbindallas8224]

Out of Touch is the paradigmatic 80's sound. It's perfection.

[@himoragenma6416]

And Daryl's out of his head, when Oates isn't around, OOOH OH OOH....OH OH OOOH!!!!😭🤣😂😆

[@korbindallas8224]

Also: Johnny Hates Jazz - Shattered Dreams. These two songs are about as everlasting as it gets.

[@GUITARTIME2024]

@@korbindallas8224 love my way

[@TheCowardStrikesBack]

Have Loved Daryl Hall and his music for decades. What a talent. I visited Daryl's House in Pawling, NY this past Saturday to watch a friend of mine perform. It's a great venue to watch performers play Live. Great sound system and the food was fantastic. They have an excellent chef and staff. Great experience all around.

[@debbielenoir5472]

I was on my way to work the first time I heard “Throw the roses away”. I started crying because of the words. One of my absolutely favorite songs.

[@ronkoff1]

Daryl is a genius, but he should be kinder to John. Sure, Daryl is the ‘leader’, and it’s main reason for success, but you cannot ignore John’s contributions to songs such as You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling. To be known as the greatest pop duo in history isn’t such a bad thing. Daryl had his shot with his solo stuff, and while Dreamtime is a great record, it didn’t hit, and it rankles Daryl, but Ce La Vie. Sometimes life isn’t fair, but be grateful for what you have and not what you could’ve had. PS: listen to their criminally underrated record ‘Change Of Season’. I think it’s their best.

[@Unknown-th8hx]

You're out of touch

[@RadioAirchecks]

"Dreamtime" hit #5. That's a hit. RCA didn't promote it properly.

[@consciously73]

@@Unknown-th8hx you're out of time

[@consciously73]

I'm just out of my head when you're not around 😢

[@deb9806]

Sounds like how Paul was with Art for a while. No need to be that way but I guess it's all money/business for him.

[@finkaiser3994]

If you haven’t heard Abandoned Luncheonette by Hall & Oates, do yourself a favor and give it a listen. One of the great albums of the 70s.

[@bessmahaneypilates8638]

My first DHJO album! Still on my iTunes 🎉❤

[@kenwolf6334]

Amen

[@acidbaron]

You can hear that being acknowledged and getting recognition for his music is very important to him.

[@keepnreal7835]

Sarah Smile is one of my songs I can relive the memory of the 1st time I heard it; where I was at, who I was with, what I was doing, even what I was wearing and I said “oh WoW! Turn that Up”

[@kellykneaper2448]

Something must of happened between Daryl and John within the past year or so. When Daryl was on Howard Stern in 2007 and 2011 he had the most wonderful things to say about John as well as other interviews he did. He gave John credit where credit was due. If you look at the Hall & Oates concert reviews for 2021 or so, it seems like there were feuding then. Maybe it’s the alcohol talking in this interview and or he’s turning into a grumpy old man? His interviews on Stern he was pretty witty and funny and the only really bad thing he had to say was talking about deer and ticks 😂

[@deneseroberts3308]

Daryl has said he and John were roommates back in the day. Weird thing thing to do with a guy you meet for a concert and then leave.

[@matthewhelm3035]

Darryl is an amazing artist and one of the best vocalists of his generation. And he still Has it! He epitomizes the Philly Sound. One of my favorite tunes is Darryl and John performing the Billy Paul classic “Me and Mrs Jones” live! Unbelievable! only thing better than listening to it is watching the live performance. It doesn’t get any better. 😎

[@AndrewSmith-sr4oq]

He did Oates dirty in this discussion.

[@olgaaquino8995]

Very good atmosphere in this interview, I like to listen to Daryl talking about life, also like to know that he is a man to listen and speak with reason. 👏👏👏

[@afmcmurray27]

Daryl is truly a musical genius but his soul is what makes him who he is and that's why we all love him. And y'all both are too cool for school just like every other guests on this club cast. I look forward for the next extraordinary guest.

[@jimcollins6873]

Marigold Sky is my favorite H&O album, even with all their hits! Glad to hear Daryl holds it in such regard.

[@coolcat6303]

Not my favorite album but definitely some great tracks on that one.

[@lolodee3528]

I love nearly all of Marigold Sky too. Want To! is so great

[@andybohl5745]

It seems like Daryl Hall is making Bill Maher feel like he's really lucky to be able to hang out. That guy is just so chill

[@michellemarieortiz9043]

Music elevates us! Certainly Daryl is a big contributor!!! I grew up listening to Kiss on my list, Private Eyes, I can’t go for that, no can do, Adult Education….etc!!!!❤

[@samanthab1923]

All my favs too! Plus Out of Touch 😊

[@lolodee3528]

Kiss is good. I prefer DH’s writing with the Allens as well as the Alan Gorrie - Family Stand tribe too.

[@scottblack9213]

Hall is a deep, complex guy with the lives lived of 100 men. He's an outlier, takes no crap and knows the art of self preservation. I like him.

[@thedude-jb7wx]

lol

[@John3v8]

... in contrast to Bill Maher, judging by these questions. ("You don't look like a Jew?" Seriously?)

[@depaola63]

I never knew he lost his wife ✨ then came Sara and her sister into his life around 1974 or so I’m guessing ❤️⭐️ DH has always been right at the top for me with Sinatra and Elvis ⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@paulsmith8212]

Agreed!

[@scottbegonias313]

@@John3v8 I don’t think he’s judging ,he’s just going by what ethnicities features look like …he doesn’t look Arabic ,he doesn’t look Indian he looks like a kid from California with blond hair he doesn’t look Jewish either! Bob Dylan looks Jewish Bill Mayer looks Jewish. So what!

[@donnadee1966]

They make such a great point about the human voice- and Daryl's voice is one that has held up remarkably well over time. He still sounds great and can hit the mark...

[@aristotle736]

" Adult Education " is not only an unforgivably catchy tune ,but also a comforting song for every shy,unpopular girl in High School who fears her brand in high school will be her brad for life .There life after high school. GOLD !!

[@africkinamerican]

I could never quite pin down what the message is exactly. But yeah, that is classic funk / Rock with a bluesy flavor and some electro hip hop thrown in just because ....

[@alanstrickland]

For shy, unpopular guys too in the 80s.

[@annehainsworth1208]

Best one yet. Daryl wouldn't let Bill hog the entire conversation and Bill was more thoughtful. More like this!

[@johnrwalker53]

It's not easy Anne,because Bill won't shut up.

[@michaelhungate7506]

Bill is either drunker or more stoned each time I see him lately. Not a criticism, just he's very chill and really goes on and on.

[@johnjohnson1657]

Mr. Hall you HAVE to get your music special back on tv with more musicians...best show ever

[@himoragenma6416]

INDEED!!!!

[@Bren_JJ]

If you mean "Live from Daryl's House" it's coming back! He has mentioned he is working on it during his solo shows this year.

[@himoragenma6416]

@@Bren_JJ GREAT, appreciate your consideration!!!!

[@johnjohnson1657]

@@Bren_JJ yep...that's what I meant...so glad to hear this!

[@samanthab1923]

@@Bren_JJ Cool 😎

[@wraith1117]

Love his 'Live From Daryl's house' show. So many great guests playing so many great songs.

[@maryjvanderwerken3192]

LUVED Dave Stewert on Daryl's House, and the episode with the Doors. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@blakeh6250]

Great series! My favorite of all.

[@midwestdepressed]

The one with Patrick Stump rocks

[@toms4442]

​@@maryjvanderwerken3192 Cheap Trick and Train were 2 of my faves!

[@annehajdu8654]

Todd Rundgen was a truly great guest.

[@lisaherrington2355]

LOVED THIS!!!!! Have been a fan since 1975 and Daryl never fails to amuse the hell outta me!!!! Romeo Is Bleeding is such an AWESOME song!!!! I listen to that CD ALWAYS!!!!! LOVE YOU DARYL!!!!!! SEE YOU IN LAUGHLIN 10/22 ♥️♥️♥️

[@richt5399]

Bill you are always the guy who can talk on many subjects, so easily with your guests. Great interview with Daryl, nice that he shared so much with you. Love your podcast

[@mv1455]

I wish Bill would let his guests speak more.

[@gaylachiriaco8667]

Read my rant in these comments. Bill needs to STFU!

[@sphires]

He always thinks he's the smartest man in the room despite the evidence

[@rosanna5515]

Too often am I compelled to stop viewing for the same reason. It is sad as the guests are often very interesting people. The same occurs with "Real Time".

[@himoragenma6416]

Don't put your feet near FIRE, then can't hold em there!!!!😭🤣😂😆

[@joecostigan6348]

I understand your point when it comes the the panel on Real Time. However, this podcast is more like the interview at beginning of the show, and it’s fun seeing Bill talk to famous people or politicians. He always asks the big questions, and always gives those guests a lot of time to speak. This podcast is like that.

[@janec4]

This was such a great & natural conversation. Talking about love, loss, religion, etc..Could listen to Bill for hours and never get sick of it

[@osholosh5659]

I've been watching Maher since I was a kid in the 90s and I have always suspected that there's a "sweet" side to him that he guards very carefully

[@tommysmithlein3417]

Hi Jane!

[@davidram9511]

That went badly, when; his wife died, concert sizes, the other guy , weed, drinks , so many times , Bill loves his music but it didn’t go well the chat

[@clarkpalace]

Bill was the dummy here

[@mazukakai]

@@davidram9511 Indeed. Bill was a bit of a dick in this one

[@donjuan7229]

What a pleasure to watch Bill inform Darryl how much more he knows about music that Darryl does.

[@TammyDacascos]

😅

[@sharpwildone]

Hall could've expressed his feelings towards Oates' contributions in countless ways other than significantly belittling John's artistic contributions to the partnership. Or stayed away from the booze if it makes him a mean drunk. Doubt it will happen but Maher should interview Oates as a follow-up. Maybe John would address Daryl's insults; maybe he wouldn't. But he at least deserves an opportunity to do so.

[@maryannlockwood7806]

Now we know what up since Daryl filed the lawsuit against John. 😢

[@marvinshenk]

This made me check out Romeo is Bleeding. Great song. Great guitar work. Not sure why Daryl shits on John so much though. Your in your 70's, you've been together for 50 plus years and still sell out tours. Have the most fun and love that you can in your last years.

[@Presidentofstate]

I’ve always loved Oates and Hall

[@83056]

I see what you did there. Hee hee

[@himoragenma6416]

😭🤣😂😆👏👏👏

[@guygardner8308]

I started listening to Darrl in the 80's. Loved the music, but never knew anything about what he was like, as a person. It's so nice to see that he is just a down to earth person.

[@russperry827]

Thoroughly enjoyed this interview.

[@penniidema8586]

So glad to hear today Daryl is suing John. Like in my original comment which I'm reposting, Daryl shouldn't have to be always be asked about John. They were mere business partners, back in the day, listen to those songs & the ones Daryl does solo. It is so obvious Daryl composed the lyrics then & now. With the Allen sisters early on. I think Daryl was kind to add John's name as a simple courtesy. But as always, the road to hell is paved with good intentions, or in this case rightful litigation...... I can't believe the way Maher spoke to Daryl. It was an interrogation not an interview. Very uncomfortable to watch. Especially if like me, you adore Daryl & his music career. The whole mocking him "when you're a rock star" or "that of course, I'm sure you do" nonsense. Saying "your wife died, I don't know how I avoided knowing that"?! OMG how insensitive! He was snide, berading, condescending, rude, obnoxious & insulting non-stop. The "aren't you Jewish"?! The innuendo surrounding Daryl refusing a joint "right, you've matured". Maher was clearly out of line & was too stoned to be nice. "You really sound good at your age...which is really a good feat" & proceeds to praise Sinatra's music, never mentioning age....."even though you're in the rock era, you can appreciate a Sinatra" More than 11 minutes of Sinatra talk, that I did not tune in to hear. He was attacking & setting up Daryl any opportunity he could. "Ooh look what I stumbled into" bringing up John Oates. The whole "partner" part when it is clear Daryl has been solo for years. Did Maher do any homework for this? Why was that said? How he tried to manipulate the conversation to any topic he wanted to speak of; sex or cities Daryl preferred. "I'm guessing but I'm not a rockstar". The incessant gouging. Daryl should have been allowed to finish thoughts/sentences without being constantly interrupted. I don't care about Maher's personal likes of music, & I would have much rather heard about the box of thousand cassettes Daryl had, that would have been a good topic. Nope Maher says Japan & says some babble about "I have a similar experience" what??? Maher was always ready to pounce on Daryl for anything. The smirks and constant underlying current of jealousy was clearly evident. Maher kept chiding him & trying to get a reaction about anything. Why bring up Paul Simon or Covid when you can talk about all the music & the history of the guest you are interviewing. How did Maher not know Sara Allen co-wrote most of the songs? Anyone can look that up. "I don't know what you have 20 giant hits or something"? And Daryl graciously even brought his own liquor and offered it to Maher. Most cringe-worthy "you're on the stud farm & that's where you belong" Perhaps if Maher wasn't so high & drunk on tequila he would have been a better host. Maher just wouldn't shut the hell up. If I was Daryl, I would have got up, flipped off Maher & left.

[@jimstevenson424]

Only Daryl can do a one hour interview and give almost nothing away. I learned a little more about Sara and her role in his music.

[@juanbautistarueda58]

that is right, he just goes along

[@brianmeen2158]

Yeah he didn’t really seem to want to say much on here.

[@jimstevenson424]

Big H+O fan. H is a difficult interview. Maher handled it poorly. Didn't do his homework, focused on a meaningless short term marriage and didn't know his wife died. Had him defending his culture/religion (complete incorrect assessment on Methodism). H likes talking about his restoration projects, Philly music history (not Sinatra) and how he made records. Maher put words in his mouth about John and triggered him say things he is probably regretting. He didn't want to discuss Clive but got pushed and basically said I know Clive better than you and he is an a*hole. Maher finally played an ace card and complimented a newer song (but went overboard and claimed he listened to it all the time). I like some of Maher's commentary on his show, but he is a bad interviewer. It is a gimmicky setup, and I assume a tactic is to get people sloshed to reveal things. I couldn't tell if Maher was deliberately trying to pis* him off to get answers. Those methods can't last long term. I don't plan on watching anymore, with him getting high and rambling like a 16 yr old. I really wanted to learn something about one of the most fascinating artists, who set the tone for 80s pop. Missed opportunity (no pun).

[@danielc1978]

@@jimstevenson424 I see Bill's show as anti-show; I think he intends it, like the name of the show, to be free flowing, more conversational, rather than a traditional interview show.

[@siberianhusky5874]

@@jimstevenson424 His EX-wife died. A little fact Hall neglected to mention.

[@chrishubbell3313]

Daryl Hall saying “they weren’t creative partners” was just a shitty thing to say, not to mention his claiming all the songs were him. If that were true, they would have gone they’re separate ways a long time ago. Hope John wins his lawsuit.

[@MeMeVoyageOf]

It's not his lawsuit to win. Daryl brought suit against him, making John the defendant not the plaintiff. The only "win" for him would be that he's allowed to proceed with his share in their company.

[@tuesdaysanchez7129]

Daryl sang all the song John just stood there easiest money ever Daryl was the star he's been living the good life stealing from Daryl

[@HLJeter1966]

It was all Hall for the most part. Deal with it.

[@antoinettesandoval2275]

Everybody giving credit to Daryl! It’s called Hall & oats!!! Not just Daryl Hall. They both wrote and performed those songs duh!!!

[@ptownscribe1254]

@@tuesdaysanchez7129 If your partner is "stealing" from you for, oh, 50 years, who is the true fool?

[@hicks727]

08:27 I like how Bill completely defeats his argument that smoking and drinking ruins your voice and then says he likes older Frank's voice , a life time of drinking and smoking, better.

[@himoragenma6416]

Doesn't defeat it, it does ruin the voice, however Bill likes RUINED VOICES!!!😭🤣😂😆

[@Gary21259]

Yea. And Daryl put down a half a bottle of scotch in the segment. Maybe thats the key.

[@africkinamerican]

Daryl himself was a smoker for a long time.

[@susanbezio6708]

John's solo stuff is amazing. He's a great songwriter/singer in his own right. Daryl is so full of himself sometimes it makes you realize why he's single. He was divorced when his ex wife passed away.

[@cathy1520]

Disappointing that he comes off as so arrogant. John Oates speaks highly of Daryl in his book yet Daryl seems to be brushing John off like he had no hand in Daryl’s success.

[@africkinamerican]

@@cathy1520 I think he's making clear that he is an individual human being independent from John Oates. They work together and they work separately. And he's making clear, that as songwriters, they were not an equal partnership as most people might assume. Actually, you could somewhat figure that out by reading the songwriter credits on the albums. I am surprised though, that Kiss On My List does not even include background vocals by John.

[@africkinamerican]

They've been creative and performance partners since 1969, they were roommates for years, they spent most of their lives together on the road, but they're not married.

[@danielc1978]

@@cathy1520 There seems to have always been resentment on Daryl's part. I think it's like being in a marriage where you cannot get a divorce. He'd rather be called Hall & Not Oates....

[@danielc1978]

And to say that they have not created together since 1975....is so over the top, such a ridiculous statement...just check the credits for all the albums. The guy has issues...

[@jamesdelcol3701]

Daryl Hall is one of my favorite musicians. He's got great jams with all kind of musicians online. He's a real lead musician. You can't say anything about a disco era roller rink without talking about Daryl Hall and John Oats. They were so strong in the early 1980's. Daryl was the number 1 music artist of that time period. Early 1980's, all you heard was one hit after the next with Daryl Hall. Now it is computers and Daryl Hall has been playing with everyone online. Since the beginning of podcasting he's been out there. One of the first podcasters was Daryl Hall.

[@luisaagrz6249]

Daryl Hall.....best singer ever !!! Love his Voice......is wonderful, amazing, fantastic, beautiful, it's everything.....great !!!

[@RodGardner]

Is it true Daryl Hall is Suing John Oates 😮 I can’t believe it they are a brilliant duo seen them live many times

[@maryannlockwood7806]

Unfortunately it is true. 😢

[@nickpaz9113]

No way!!!! HUGE Hall n Oats fan. Can’t believe he had Daryl on. This truly is club random af

[@the9-2-5outlawgamer]

Not to say this, not to sound mean or dismissive, but when it comes to the collaboration of Daryl Hall and John Oates, John Oates is to Peter Scolari as Daryl Hall is to Tom Hanks. Honestly, I can’t think of a single John Oates song or album right off the top of my head.

[@jbtor1]

Let the guests speak more. Bill is not the music expert that Daryl is.

[@Stella101]

There is always something to learn in Bill Maher's Club Random! I just finished the synopsis on the book, " Wet Panties." My urban vocabulary is expanding!

[@Stella101]

My research is always thorough. My goodness! There is more than just a book. Its a whole world out there. For those interested, Etsy is selling worn wet panties as souvenirs. Looks like a very popular item for men. Hurry, limited stock.

[@staynstyle]

Why are they dissing Oats!!! Wow he acts like he was a solo artist!!! Give the man his credit at least for being part of the most successful duo of all time. Daryl’s tone says it all!

[@MegaTempo22]

I agree and many others have commented that Daryl is putting down John Oates more than he ever has in an interview. John is very much a huge part of the duos legacy. John co-wrote most of their hits and you wouldn't have those smooth harmonies without John as evidenced by their live shows as well as the records. Daryl's solo work is decent enough, but didn't have the huge and lasting impact as his work with John. And that could be why he is a little more bitter in his old age. Daryl Hall isn't Jeff Lynne. He can't do it all.

[@staynstyle]

Wow didn’t think about it in that way! True he really didn’t have the success as a solo artist as he did with oats. Completely thought so highly of him on every level until this interview. Really saw him the real him and instead of saying “ the brand” he should just show love and respect for their history creativity and overall brotherhood.

[@kuntalsarma5106]

Loved it, one of the best episodes hands down. Bill is such a diverse human, to be able to take conversation to equal depth with a football player and a Rockstar is a talent.

[@rcbutera8071]

Great episode! I’m Bill’s age, and what attracted me to him, was his unwavering ability to call everyone out equally, on their bullshit. The people who have a hard time with him, are the ones that he calls out.

[@WISDOMvsKnowledge22]

Lol he's stoned!

[@johnrwalker53]

Bill talks too much. Hard to learn more about the guest when that happens.

[@joshuaturnage5243]

Agreed. I wonder what exactly Daryl meant by him and John are separate. I'm just speculating but possible he means who owns the creative rights to the songs, band naming rights etc. I thought it was a harsh thing to say. It sounded like a real sore spot for Daryl but Bill didn't press him on it. I wish he would have asked him more as bout what he meant.

[@AUGUSTALLEN28]

@@johnrwalker53 He just kept talking over Daryl and interrupting. What was that about?

[@SamVecchio]

Daryl “I do like John, oh no no no it’s not acrimonious” 😂 Slapped him with a RESTRAINING order? Is this real life??

[@maryannlockwood7806]

I know right?😢

[@TammyDacascos]

Business

[@jessebishop5239]

Great interview! I love Daryl and it was great hearing some down to earth questions for him. Daryl dropping the F bomb doesn’t get old either. I wish it would have went on for another hour.

[@svavacushing7748]

I Love this and I Love Daryl Hall and am a Diehard fan of his since 1980! Love these intimate interviews with him. I Love All of his songs!!!!!!!! He is The Best Musician in my opinion!!!!!!!

[@tcaabr]

Romeo Is Bleeding (1997) - Hall & Oates Wow! How did I miss this song growing up? Loved it from the first measure. (I'm 53.)

[@pproferes]

Daryl Hall...amazing voice with so much soul...his solo work is sooo much better than the more commercial H&O stuff. Listen to Cab Driver for a masterclass in soulful bliss. His collaborations on Daryl's House are all so perfect and satisfying. What a cool dude.

[@shannonnickoloff6138]

Love can driver

[@susanbezio6708]

Cab driver is a remake of an old classic.

[@lolodee3528]

Cab Driver is written by Daryl, Alan Gorrie & Louis Brown. It's from the Can't Stop Dreaming disc of 1996. Rereleased in the states in 2003.

[@toms4442]

​@@shannonnickoloff6138 ditto!

[@guylarsen4568]

Thank you so much bill for doing this random with Daryl he's amazing long story short I'm 57 and kinda a late bloomer I've listened to music all my life you could say I'm hinged on it laugh cry remember it does it all for me the thing I missed coming up was knowing the artist for years the song was all I heard them one night at my table enjoying a few ok 😏a lot of cocktails I found Daryl's house it opened up a whole new world to me the music and the artist what a setting and Daryl he is so way way beyond talent wise then I ever knew so to Daryl thanks so much for bringing everything full circle to me love your pod cast bill again thank you

[@k.k.rydersrockshotzshownte9406]

We appreciate content like this Bill- this world is crazy so your show is such a breath of fresh tequila 😅

[@consciously73]

Growing up listening to Benny Goodman sounds amazing to me. The 20th century is notable, and will eventually be an historical landmark, insanely rich and varied in the development of music, with the advent of recording to the ubiquitous availability we now have.... Music is life

[@africkinamerican]

Music It's My Life And I got it in me But isn't it a bit like oxygen Too much will make you high And not enough will make you die. . .

[@gratefuldeadchords2872]

Maher interviews Maher again. And when Maher has enough pot and tequila the interview is over.

[@can72287]

It’s not an interview

[@cathleenwilliamson6668]

Yes. Just like his talk show it's all about him hearing his own voice.

[@AliceInPantera]

He’s a slight prick and loves to cut people off, but it’s a conversation and there isn’t an ounce of bullshit in it. I personally find this show really refreshing and entertaining, but can see why others may not….thank god you have 14 million other podcasters to choose from.

[@ruthblack3676]

Addled ADHD? This is Bill. Accept him and enjoy or move on. I'm staying. It's like when his friend Woody Harrelson was on. Woody comes back with: I don't mean to interrupt your interruption but...

[@nancykane8680]

Foe real

[@Unity1975]

You’re not the only one whose bubble was burst, Bill. Damn, you could tell Daryl would rather erase the “Oates” from the entire catalog. 🤷‍♂️

[@himoragenma6416]

What if you and two other people built the pyramids and EVERYONE thought it was ALIENS???? That's what OATS IS, AN ALIEN!!!!😭🤣😂😆

[@dranderson6071]

That's the impression I got also. Odd

[@samnero387]

It's like a marriage where the husband or wife takes every opportunity to tell everyone how THEY are the ones who make all the money for the relationship. It's very strange.

[@himoragenma6416]

@@samnero387 Almost, it's like Picasso did a painting of a BEAUTIFUL WOMAN, and the woman gets credit for the painting looking good TOO!!!!😭🤣😂😆

[@IrnBruNYC]

He seemed really resentful about his "brother" Oates, which is weird. If you are a true fan, you know that Hall wrote, or was the primary writer, of most of their hits. And there are songs credited only to Oates which are great too. I have to say, I am a big fan, but this interview made me like him a bit less.

[@cookiehill2549]

Daryl is the greatest and always will be in my mind, pure talent and lifestyle. Love you!!

[@effielarkin3044]

Daryl Hall still looks great and is very smart. He is highly educated ..attended Temple University and has devoted his life to music. While other Artists got involved in the drug booze scene he had the brains to keep on making good music while keeping his feet on the ground. Seems to me that he is a product of his environment..good family with sensible values. I think he is the greatest voice of our generation and loves to perform. What a treat for all of us. Years and years of great music

[@mattyb808]

What a legend… I still jam Hall and Oates it doesn’t get much more classic then them!

[@johnh4881]

The more I watch this show the more I like Bill...never thought I would say that. lol Daryl PLEASE do some more Daryl's House stuff...IMO the best stuff on YT.

[@himoragenma6416]

INDEED, to BOTH points!!!!

[@Simon-talks]

Bill's a douche sometimes though

[@Koyotesucks]

This podcast is making a lot more sense now

[@j2times2006]

God damn did John not flush the toliet at Daryls house or what?

[@CryptoMike747]

Bill Maher must be credited as the man who gave Daryl Hall his next big hit, "Thank You Younger Me".

[@SenderismoUtah]

@12:45 The controversy

[@SidewalkDreamsRecords]

So...i have always been a fan so it was a thrill to have the opportunity to work with John setting up co writing sessions in Nashville, John co wrote If a Promise Ain't Enough with 2 members of Little Texas. That song had a huge impact on their careers. D was not in the room. If JO wrote more with the A team writers, he would have many more hits.

[@4409eliot]

Love this. Love Darryl. Thank you.

[@godnah]

I want more Live From Daryl's house!!!!

[@jillybear6007]

Me too!!!!

[@himoragenma6416]

INDEED!!!!

[@Bren_JJ]

It's coming!!

[@heroesandicons425]

I want to be IN Darryl’s house

[@himoragenma6416]

@@heroesandicons425 😮🤔🤑😭🤣😂😂

[@karenmossbryan7932]

Soundtracks fill my bored mind at work. And songs that I know are triggered by a sound, a vice, an anything. At 53 years of age, the lyrics of my youth are suddenly deeply meaningful.

[@1317bubbles]

Great interview! Loved hearing about Daryl’s take on the business and life? Adore his talent!

[@CoolAce1]

Hall had a #5 hit in 1986 as a solo artist. Oates had a #7 hit in 1987 as a solo artist. And Oates' song was actually more popular worldwide. So it's clear Oates was equally as effective as Hall.

[@samesource]

Love John Oates, but no, he had no such hit as a solo artist ever. It was never an equal partnership in terms of talent, but that doesn't mean they were not equally important. Oates did a lot to ground Hall and without him, Hall may have gone down artistic holes that would have derailed his success. The main reason Hall and Oates lasted for a lifetime as a commercial act is because John Oates knew his role and did not let his ego prevent him from being in that role.

[@Paulcitomusic]

What exactly is the name of is that mysterious 1987 hit from John Oates? There's no reference to it on his Wikipedia page. Did you make this up? There's no excuse for someone fabricating a "fact" out of thin air simply to support a belief or theory. Although we live in a world where a lot of people do such things, because there is often money to be made by lying. If you can reply to my comment with the name of this mysterious hit song, I will stand corrected.

[@samesource]

@@Paulcitomusic I suspect the original poster, misguided as the claim is, must be referring to the Icehouse track, "Electric Blue" which was an international hit in 1987, including hitting #7 on the US Billboard charts. Oates sang backup on the track, and received a co-writing credit. Obviously this is far from it qualifying as a solo hit.

[@Paulcitomusic]

@@samesource Ah ok, thanks for the reply. I guess that is something truth-ish he wrote then. But he's still in this case misrepresenting something factual and being at least a little disingenuous. Maybe he should get into politics.

[@karmafrog1]

@@Paulcitomusic Would have been better to say Oates "had a hit without Hall" for sure. It wasn't an Oates solo hit...but he did have a major role in it as songwriter/vocalist/arranger in collaboration with Icehouse (and just to keep apples to apples, ""Dreamtime" was produced with David Stewart and cowritten with John Beeby...so it was poorly stated, but the main point isn't far off). Interestingly, they both each had minor hits after that...Hall with "Foolish Pride" and Oates dueting with Canadian band The Parachute Club with "Love Is Fire."