Spencer is once again preparing for a busy spring and summer. He'll be performing in Washington, DC, Maryland, Virgina, Ohio, Iowa, Georgia, Michigan, Kansas, and beyond! Spencer continues to perform his regular Sunday-Tuesday sing-a-long piano bar gig at Mr. Smith's of Georgetown in Washington, DC. Other gigs this spring and summer will include Luckie's Dueling Pianos in Hampton, VA, Bobby McKey's Dueling Piano Bar at the National Harbor, MD, Fat Cats in Cincinnati, OH, Blue Moon Dueling Piano Bar in Des Moines, Iowa, and The Barrel House Dueling Piano Bar in Lawrence, KS. Spencer showcases his eclectic repertoire of over 1500 cover songs combined with comedy and crowd-interaction, at each of his piano bar performances. To hear his original music visit Mr. Smith's or check his website for bookings at colleges, festivals, and other events throughout the country. Upcoming highlights, in addition to Spencer's regular gigs, include an all original performance at Strathmore Center for the Arts in Bethesda, MD on Wednesday, June 9, as well as performances throughout the summer at Haagen Dazs Amphitheater in Bethesda, MD.

Be sure to stop by Spencer's shows to hear brand new original songs, in addition to your favorite older originals and covers. Also, check the website regularly for updated performance dates and venue information. In the meantime, to see broadcasts of Spencer's performances at the 2008 Takoma Park Street Festival, the 2008 Takoma Park Folk Festival, the 2009 Tastes of Takoma, and the 2007 Takoma Park Folk Festival (where he won the emerging artist showcase competition), view the City of Takoma Park's cable schedule for dates and times.

Spencer's most recent original album,Goodnight Rosebud, continues to receive accolades. Goodnight Rosebud features Spencer as songwriter, vocalist, and pianist, and spans the genres of Pop, Rock, and Folk. Copies of Goodnight Rosebud are on sale at Spencer's nightly shows. For online album purchasing, please click here or visit cdbaby.com/spencerbates3. To hear clips of the songs from Goodnight Rosebud, as well as from Spencer's previous DEMOs, please click here.

As you explore the site, look for photos in the gallery, an updated bio, and album reviews. Additionally, visit Spencer's Spencer's myspace and facebook personal and fan pages! Become his friend, add your comments, and listen to or download his music at www.myspace.com/spencerbates, and www.facebook.com/spencerbatesmusic.

Please see the live page, or email management@spencerbates.com for exact show dates and times, and for venue information. In addition to holiday events, Spencer is always booking for private and corporate parties and events. Please email or call 410.370.2192. Performance footage, song lists, and pricing are available upon request.