Interview: End of year chat with - Ian Yates

Jan 02 2018

Over the Christmas and New Year period, we're catching up with some of our favourite artists for a quick fire interview about their highlights of 2017 and plans for 2018. Check out the latest episode below, and keep checking back for more interviews this festive season.

We caught up with the legend that is worship leader Ian Yates to talk all things music.

What was you favourite part of 2017

Spending time with family and friends, I also got to go out Cambodia with the Elim Sound project, that was life changing in many ways

What was your favourite album of 2017

So many, I think Mercury & Lighting - John Mark McMillan just about wins

Are you looking forward to any new releases from artists in 2018

I hope Sigrid releases an album, her EP is amazing.

Who would you love to see release new music in 2018.

Sigrid, Lifehouse,

What does 2018 hold for you?

We’re releasing the new Elim Sound album around April time, looking forward to serving at various conferences, especially Spring Harvest with Elim Sound, really looking forward to that. I have a few ideas for some new projects with 7Core, which is exciting. Also just want to enjoy everyday with my family.

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