I am an accomplished musician with over 15 years of experience in performance, songwriting, and production. As a multi-instrumentalist, I primarily play drums and percussion, but I am also proficient on the tenor horn, keyboards, ukulele, and vocals. I have performed with legendary artists including the Buzzcocks, The Undertones, and Half Man Half Biscuit, and at iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and Manchester Academy. I have toured Spain with the acclaimed Latin artist Depedro in Summer 2024 and regularly perform with Mexican Latin artist HAAL. I also produce electronic music under my alias uncle and have experience producing indie and alternative pop. I am skilled with music production software such as Ableton Live and Logic Pro X, and have participated in extended production sessions with Fred Again.. I am passionate, adaptable, and thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments.

Oliver Bates

I am an accomplished musician with over 15 years of experience in performance, songwriting, and production. As a multi-instrumentalist, I primarily play drums and percussion, but I am also proficient on the tenor horn, keyboards, ukulele, and vocals. I have performed with legendary artists including the Buzzcocks, The Undertones, and Half Man Half Biscuit, and at iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and Manchester Academy. I have toured Spain with the acclaimed Latin artist Depedro in Summer 2024 and regularly perform with Mexican Latin artist HAAL. I also produce electronic music under my alias uncle and have experience producing indie and alternative pop. I am skilled with music production software such as Ableton Live and Logic Pro X, and have participated in extended production sessions with Fred Again.. I am passionate, adaptable, and thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments.

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I am an accomplished musician with over 15 years of experience in performance, songwriting, and production. As a multi-instrumentalist, I primarily play drums and percussion, but I am also proficient on the tenor horn, keyboards, ukulele, and vocals. I have performed with legendary artists including the Buzzcocks, The Undertones, and Half Man Half Biscuit, and at iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and Manchester Academy.

I have toured Spain with the acclaimed Latin artist Depedro in Summer 2024 and regularly perform with Mexican Latin artist HAAL. I also produce electronic music under my alias uncle and have experience producing indie and alternative pop. I am skilled with music production software such as Ableton Live and Logic Pro X, and have participated in extended production sessions with Fred Again… I am passionate, adaptable, and thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Drum Teacher at Moozik Academy
January 1, 2025 - Present
Deliver engaging drum lessons to young children and beginners, maintain clear communication with parents and management, and manage lesson schedules and commuting reliably.
Bartender & Barback at White Lion Pub
September 30, 2024 - August 10, 2025
Independently and collaboratively served a variety of drinks, maintained cleanliness and service standards, replenished stock efficiently, and handled end-of-day cashing up and securing the premises.
Bar Staff (Live Music Venue) at Arts Club Liverpool
September 1, 2024 - Present
Operate in a high-pressure, fast-paced nightclub and concert setting, managing late-night shifts and responding calmly to challenging customer interactions.
Server / Kitchen Hand at Diggle Lock Café
September 30, 2022 - August 10, 2025
Provided table service, operated tills, handled customer feedback, performed kitchen duties including dishwashing and cleaning, and liaised between front-of-house and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
Work Experience Placement at Oldham Music Centre
April 30, 2019 - August 10, 2025
Assisted with setup for rehearsals and events, managed equipment, reception tasks, and cleaning duties, gaining insight into daily operations of a busy music institution.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at The Liverpool Institute For Performing Arts
September 1, 2022 - July 29, 2025

Qualifications

Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award
November 30, 2018 - October 2, 2018
Silver Duke of Edinburgh Award
November 30, 2020 - October 4, 2020

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality