Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond Daryl Hall
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May 8, 2025 Daryl Hall, the legendary half of Hall & Oates, shares his journey as a pop songwriting icon. He reminisces about his early days with Gulliver and the creative process behind hits like 'She's Gone'. The discussion dives into his latest album, a collaboration with Dave Stewart, showcasing his versatility. Hall reflects on the emotional depth in songwriting, the importance of vocal partnerships, and balancing ambition with creativity. He also touches on the art of crafting setlists that honor his musical legacy while embracing new sounds.
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Elektra Days and Gulliver
- Daryl Hall shared his early experience working on Elektra Records with the project Gulliver, which was more a collection of songs than a real band.
- He described it as a "phony situation" where his heart wasn't truly in the project, done mainly to get his foot in the industry.
Arif Mardin’s Musical Influence
- Working with producer Arif Mardin taught Daryl to speak multiple musical languages fluently.
- Mardin encouraged him and gave him confidence in his songwriting abilities.
Writing "She's Gone" Collaboration
- Daryl Hall and John Oates organically collaborated while sharing an apartment and wrote "She's Gone" together.
- The song was a true joint effort, including lyrics and music.