Mike Batt

Michael Philip Batt, LVO (born 6 February 1949) is an English singer-songwriter, musician, arranger, record producer, director and conductor. He was formerly the Deputy Chairman of the British Phonographic Industry.

Mike Batt
LVO
Batt at Glastonbury in 2011.
Background information
Birth nameMichael Philip Batt
Born (1949-02-06) 6 February 1949
Southampton, England
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer-songwriter
  • musician
  • record producer
  • arranger
  • director
  • conductor
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • piano
  • guitar
  • keyboards
Years active1969–present
Labels
Websitewww.mikebatt.com

Having attained significant international recognition as a solo artist, his notable contributions in the UK include creating The Wombles pop act, writing many hits including the chart-topping "Bright Eyes", and the introduction of Katie Melua to the music scene.

He has also conducted several orchestras, including the London Symphony, Royal Philharmonic, London Philharmonic, Sydney Symphony and Stuttgart Philharmonic in both classical and pop recordings and performances.

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