Trailblazer Lori Yates is a renowned voice in Canadian Roots Music and an original pioneer of "Alternative Country" in Canada. Lori's 8th album - MATADOR - was recorded at Blue Rodeo's Woodshed Studios and co-produced by Tim Vesely of the Rheostatics. The title track, MATADOR, pays homage to the after-hours club made famous in Leonard Cohen's song

Trailblazer Lori Yates is a renowned voice in Canadian Roots Music and an original pioneer of "Alternative Country" in Canada. Lori's 8th album - MATADOR - was recorded at Blue Rodeo's Woodshed Studios and co-produced by Tim Vesely of the Rheostatics. The title track, MATADOR, pays homage to the after-hours club made famous in Leonard Cohen's song "Closing Time" and is a protest against gentrification with its infectious chorus "Tear it down, don't tear it down." MATADOR is a rich tapestry of melodic, roots/indie songs highlighting Yates' prowess as a songwriter and singer. Her songs wrap around you like your favourite sweater.

"Matador features the late David Baxter on guitar and members from Toronto supergroup Hey Stella and Blue Rodeo...it's pretty obvious that we're on mighty solid ground here. Lori Yates has performed and recorded with music legends, including Colin Linden, Jim Cuddy and Rick Danko (who described Lori Yates as having that desperate Canadian sound)". - Americana UK.

"The purist voice. The return of an overlooked gem." - Bob Mersereau, CBC, Top 100 Canadian Singles.

"Lori Yates at her absolute best as a songwriter and vocalist.". - Colette Baron-Reid, best-selling Hay House author and TV personality.

"Lori proves yet again the indelible impact of great writing and performing." - Earshot!

"Powerful" - Chris Diestler, KBAC, Santa Fe, NM

Electric Guitar - David Baxter Organ & Piano - Steve O'Connor Bass - Bazil Donovan Drums - Michelle Josef Mandolin, Pedal Steel, Banjo - Jimmy Bowskill Harmony Vocals - Kara Manovich Acoustic Bass, Organ, Piano, Harmony Vocals Electric Guitar, Percussion - Tim Vesely Rhythm Guitar, Lead Vocals - Lori Yates