Mike Batt shares his fascinating journey from writing Wombles hits to collaborating with Justin Haywood of the Moody Blues on their new orchestral cover of "Like in a Northern Town."

His career spans decades of evolution as a songwriter, producer, composer, and arranger working with everyone from Art Garfunkel to the London Philharmonic Orchestra.

• Collaborated with Justin Haywood on a new recording using the London Philharmonic Orchestra

• First gained fame writing songs for The Wombles television show after negotiating for character rights instead of a one-time payment

• Wrote Art Garfunkel's hit "Bright Eyes" and has worked with numerous other artists

• Balances classical orchestral influences with contemporary music in his compositions

• Currently working on a symphonic project he calls "Symphony No. 9"

• Released his memoir titled "The Closest Thing to Crazy" about his music career and adventures

Visit mikebatt.com for more information about Mike's projects and to purchase signed copies of his memoir.

Mike Batt shares his fascinating journey from writing Wombles hits to collaborating with Justin Haywood of the Moody Blues on their new orchestral cover of &quot;Like in a Northern Town.&quot;
His career spans decades of evolution as a songwriter, producer, composer, and arranger working with everyone from Art Garfunkel to the London Philharmonic Orchestra.
• Collaborated with Justin Haywood on a new recording using the London Philharmonic Orchestra 
• First gained fame writing songs for The Wombles television show after negotiating for character rights instead of a one-time payment 
• Wrote Art Garfunkel&apos;s hit &quot;Bright Eyes&quot; and has worked with numerous other artists 
• Balances classical orchestral influences with contemporary music in his compositions 
• Currently working on a symphonic project he calls &quot;Symphony No. 9&quot; 
• Released his memoir titled &quot;The Closest Thing to Crazy&quot; about his music career and adventures
Visit mikebatt.com for more information about Mike&apos;s projects and to purchase signed copies of his memoir.

Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism & Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.

Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism &amp; Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.

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The Musical Journey of Mike Batt

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