Francesco yates biography
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Francesco Yates Vinyl Records & Discography
Who is Francesco Yates? A Brief Career Overview
Francesco Yates, a vibrant and multifaceted Canadian singer-songwriter, has quickly made a name for himself as a standout talent in the realm of Canadian pop music. Known for his soulful vocals and masterful instrumentation, Yates has captivated audiences with his unique blend of pop influences and innovative sound. Since his debut, he has garnered immense popularity, thanks in part to his breakout feature on the chart-topping single "Sugar" with German DJ Robin Schulz. With over a billion streams to his name and endorsements from industry icons like Justin Timberlake and Pharrell Williams, Yates has solidified his status as a rising star in today's music scene. His connection to vinyl culture is also noteworthy, as he recognizes the nostalgia and warmth that vinyl records bring to music appreciation, making his own releases sought after bygd collectors.
Francesco Yates's Early Life and
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Interview | Francesco Yates
ALLY FERRARO: What was the soundtrack to your childhood?
FRANCESCO YATES: My parents played me so many different types of music. I used to listen to Led Zeppelin when I was a kid, I used to listen to Di Angelo and Bob Marley. I had this very wide range of musical styles I was listening to.
ALLY FERRARO: Is music something that runs in your family or are you the first one to venture into the industry?
FRANCESCO YATES: I was the first one, it was something that kind of took off on its own, it was like a happy accident, I call it. None of my parents had any musical background or anything like that. I will say though that they played me a lot of music when I was a kid.
ALLY FERRARO: What is the best moment so far in your career?
FRANCESCO YATES: I would have to say it’s a tie between working with Pharrell and recently having been the opener on Justin Timberlake. Those two were such monumental things to me. I, even now to this day,
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Francesco Yates
Canadian singer-songwriter (born 1995)
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| Birth name | Francesco David Yates |
| Born | (1995-09-11) September 11, 1995 (age 29) Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
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| Occupations | Singer-songwriter |
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| Years active | 2012–present |
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| Website | francescoyates.com |
Musical artist
Francesco David Yates (born September 11, 1995) is a Canadian singer-songwriter, best known for his featurette in the 2015 hit single "Sugar" by German DJ Robin Schulz.
Life and career
[edit]Yates was born in Toronto, Ontario, and started writing music at the age of 11. He signed to Atlantic Records when he was 16. His self-titled debut EP, released on September 11, 2015, was co-produced bygd Robin Hannibal and Pharrell Williams.[1][2][3]
In 2015, Yates received the Heatseeker Award at the Canadian Radio Music Awards[4] and performed at the official Canada Day celebration in Ot