Flight 9 is an alternative rock artist based in Lehi, Utah. The music is written, recorded and produced by Chris Coates, and the songs of Flight 9 are sung by various talented vocalists.

 

Chris was born and raised in Orlando, Florida. His biggest musical influences over the years have been The Smashing Pumpkins, Angels & Airwaves, Better Than Ezra, Everclear, Blink 182, Weezer, 311, Nirvana, Counting Crows, Paramore, Jack's Mannequin, Veruca Salt, Rage Against the Machine, Our Lady Peace, Metric, MXPX, and Silversun Pickups. The music of Flight 9 is inspired by events and experiences in the life of Chris Coates.