John Oates Releases Arkansas – New Album Today

The new album Arkansas is out today.  Oates’ love for roots music from the Delta shines through on his latest 11-song solo album. Originally inspired by the music the late blues legend Mississippi John Hurt, the collection grew to celebrate other styles and architects from the start of American popular music. Described as stylistically diverse and eclectic, the album features a full band that was meticulously arranged to bring to life the full flavors of classic American musical styles. “I really believe this is the most vital and satisfying solo project I’ve ever embarked upon,” Oates says of Arkansas. “Of all the music I have ever made with anyone, for me, this album sits right up there.”