Yamaha | My Guitar Breakthrough with Jack Bates (The Smashing Pumpkins / Peter Hook & The Light)

Join us for episode six of “My Guitar Breakthrough,” a Facebook and YouTube live stream series in which we connect with Yamaha artists to talk guitars, gear, and musical projects. We’ll also learn about the artists’ backgrounds and the defining “breakthrough” moments in their musical journey. Today’s special guest is Jack Bates, hosted by Yamaha Guitar Group Artist Relations Manager Scott Marceau. Jack Bates is a 33-year-old professional musician from Manchester, England. Jack has played bass for his father Peter Hook (of Joy Division/New Order) in his band The Light since 2010, and is also the touring bass player for The Smashing Pumpkins. If you have any questions for Jack, comment below to have them answered live!