Spencer Bates Music

spencer bates is a solo artist in the most literal sense. performing regularly, he often relies upon only his voice and piano. he is also entirely self-taught. some might interpret his lack of formal training as a disadvantage. but, to the contrary, it’s one of his greatest assets: his melodies are clear, direct, and indelible - refreshingly devoid of any overstudied pretense. spencer’s latest recording, goodnight rosebud, is the work of a young musician beginning to hit his stride. spencer chooses his words and melodies with a wisdom beyond his years. mature lyrics and intricate arrangements take his songs to previously unseen heights. with a palette that includes melancholy strings, crisp horns, and emphatic cymbals, spencer offers satirical musings on pop culture and reflections on the complications of finding one’s place in a confusing, sometimes chaotic, world. spencer guides us through this world not only with his unique piano performance, but also with exceptionally versatile vo