NEWS
Dec 2011: Faith & Sexuality
2011 I went full-time into music. A glorious year. New doors opened, ones I did not expect.
2012 will be a
year of developing as a writer/commentator on faith & sexuality. I
will draw from my personal & artistic experiences, my familiarity
with the evangelical landscape and my long-standing passion to discover
God's heart for the gay community. Though there are differing beliefs
on the subject, most are eager to trade debates for dialogues, for the
sake of healing and reconciliation, with each other and with God. I'm
pretty fired up to see what new role I will play. No worries - I won't give up on music. Not possible.
April 2011: "I Will Return" Goes To Radio
With six Billboard Top 30 singles since 2006, "I Will Return" was released to multiple radio genres. Veteran promoter Kyle Fenton is steering the campaign to the Christian AC market. Early fan and station response is positive. A mainstream release is being considered.
Jan 2011: Stockbroker No More!
Brian has had a successful career as an investment professional, while pursuing music increasingly since 2004. Thanks to radio, media, churches, venues and fans, there is now opportunity to go full-time! Congrats to Brian for the leap, and looking forward to new things ahead.
Great CD reviews
Here's what the critics say about "Worlds Collide"...
- Christianity Today, 4 out of 5 stars, Editor's Choice: "Strong vocals and thoughtful production values help distinguish Bates' from the typical AC pop artist."
- CBN, 4 out of 5 stars: "...Brian’s insight and heart will easily keep you listening"
- Phantom Tollbooth, 4 out of 5 stars: "...My most pleasant musical surprise of the year."