Braden Gates’ writing is much like that of singer-songwriters Guy Clark and John Prine. Layered songs on “Kitchen Days” bounce from emotional depth and stark imagery to find humour in everyday life. With his unique take on life and love, Braden introduces us to the characters he meets while working in a restaurant’s kitchen. Like great writers before him he delivers honest portraits of everyday working men and women.

Recorded and mixed by Harry Gregg at Riverdale Recorders in Edmonton, Alberta. Mastered by Mr. Smith of Mr. Smith Productions. Joining Braden on this album are: Gord Matthews (lap slide),

Anh Phung (harmony vocal, piano, piccolo), Dan Stadnicki (percussion), and Celeigh Cardinal (harmony vocals).