Episode 1. Chris Yates on Piano

Today we have Chris Yates, a dear friend who is a fantastic pianist and singer-songwriter. As a former band member of the Storm Chasers and various tribute bands, his work is diverse, drawing from influences such as Tim Minchin and Ben Folds, to personal tribulations such as a stuffed up computer. Chris candidly shares what his upcoming solo show at the Byron Bay Theatre means to him in this first episode of Spins & Takes. ----------------------------------------------------------------------Timestamps: 3:53: The piano being Chris' first instrument 8:28: What to expect from the upcoming show 13:03: Singer-songwriter preferences including writing about a fictitious murder17:55: Life as a session musician playing in bands & as a solo artist19:54: The challenging idea of self promotion 27:00: What is freeing can also be harder when playing certain instruments... 32:40: The effects of concussion on playing music 34:13: What would young Chris have done? 40:40: A song for a mood44:21: Self-plug for the upcoming show ----------------------------------------------------------------------Link to live show 'Chris Yates on Piano' Byron Bay Theatre, December 11th 7pm (AEDT/NSW time)/6pm (AEST/QLD time): https://www.byroncentre.com.au/theatre-events/chris-yates-on-piano ----------------------------------------------------------------------Chris' social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christopheryatespiano/?utm_source=qr&igsh=MWZ2ZXdnNW10bjZkZQ%3D%3DYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@chrisyates3294