Robert Gay

A subtle, rich, and mellow toffee of an album from Bryan Cates. Known initially as a beloved server at a burger joint in Nashville, his coworkers encouraged him to share his songs. The city stopped and listened. “any way you are” became a cult favorite album among Nashville’s indie/americana songwriters, shared by word of mouth. Give it a listen, preferably on repeat. It’ll reward you with rich character studies, emotive vocals, and evocative plucked guitar. You will feel alive. You may want to slow-dance and fall in love again. This is all part of experiencing the music of Bryan Cates. Favorite songs: Nothing Can Separate Us Now, Any Way You Are, Jim and Ann, Lose a Lot