The Pearl Company

Lori Yates w Buckshot Bebee & Duane Rutter: Saturday, March 22. Doors: 7:30 Show: 8:00. $20. “She’s pulling herself up by the bra straps, out of the honky-tonks and into the soft-seaters!” ONE NIGHT ONLY! Veteran singer/songwriter Yates brings her contagious spirit, her finely crafted songs, her glorious voice, and her charismatic stage presence to her first appearance at the Pearl Company. Having written with such legendary songwriters as Guy Clark, Colin Linden, and Don Schlitz (among others), award-winning Yates has completely won the hearts of Hamilton audiences since her move here in 2002. She is joined by stellar musicians: Duane Rutter – acoustic guitar, Steve Wood – pedal steel, Michael Hickey – stand up bass, Andrew Aldridge and Nick Burson on percussion. She is also the creator of the new & wildly popular Creative Genius Songwriting Workshops. www.loriyates.com Listen: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wtwbAgRqbk&feature=em-share_video_user  As one of the pioneers of “alt-country” long before the phrase existed in Canada, Lori got her start in the Queen St. west scene that saw rise to Blue Rodeo, Cowboy Junkies etc.  She has 6 cd’s to her credit; she’s signed with major labels (Sony, Virgin) and been an indie artist. What defines her most is her total unwavering commitment to her craft, to keep learning and evolving. Lori is also a successful promoter & host for her sold out shows; “Johnny Cash – the Original Punk”, and “Your Good Girls Gonna Go Bad”.