Halifax songwriter from Caledonia to follow up Hello Jesus EP with debut solo LP A Bee In Her Mouth on February 28 and prepares to hit the highway in support. He performs in Kelowna on March 10.

March 10 @ Streaming Cafe

 “one of the finest acoustic based albums I’ve heard this year. Steve Gates has got a winner on his hands” No Depression

“ a captivating songwriter …Gates is the latest recording artist to emerge from Halifax with a bright future” The Record

“Gates presents his music with a truth that most artists lack, laying down the album as a collection of stories. … an album that doesn’t disappoint, with each song delivering what’s needed on cue.” McGill Tribune

“Steve Gates strikes folk gold” The Coast