Gates McFadden Is The Solo Project Of Joel Schrauben Of Michigan-Based Bands Fields Of Industry And Bear Mountain Picnic. Schrauben's Solo Work Is Diverse And Can Range From Abrasive Noise To Light Electroacoustic Compositions. His Music Is Instrumental Often Loop-Based And Largely Informed By Experimentation With Recording Technique. In 2008 Gates McFadden's First Release From Arts Vs Entertainment 8 Tracks Showcased A Selection Of Schrauben's Guitar Driven Work. A Second Release Also In 2008 Get Out The Tape Consists Of Electronic Composition.