I wonder do you watch 'The Voice'? Here in the UK the show started on TV back in 2012, and it's still going strong. Back in 2014 "the nation gasped in shock, (me included), when The Voice judges failed to turn round for Bob Blakeley’s spine-tingling performance of Cry Me A River. The Granddad from Stockport then won the hearts of millions when he cheerfully shook hands with the judges before graciously leaving the stage. However, the story did not end there for the 56 year old warehouse worker. Appearing on BBC Breakfast the following week Bob was offered a deal by music producer and record company boss Mike Batt." I waited patiently and when Bob's CD Album 'Performance' was released bought it - to this day it remains a favourite play. I hope you enjoy Bob's 'Performance' as he sings the classic 'Cry Me A River'. All the best Jan
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I haven't heard that song in a long while.
ReplyDeleteIs that Mike Batt of the Wombles?
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
A wonderful performance and singer.
ReplyDeleteVictor S E Moubarak said...
ReplyDeleteIs that Mike Batt of the Wombles?
God bless.
Hello Victor, many thanks for your comment/question.
Yes, it is Mike Batt of the Wombles.
Here is a little more information about him ...
Michael Philip Batt, LVO (born 6 February 1949) is an English singer-songwriter, musician, record producer, director, conductor and former Deputy Chairman of the British Phonographic Industry. He is best known for creating The Wombles pop act, writing many hits including the chart-topping "Bright Eyes", and discovering Katie Melua. He has also conducted many of the world's great orchestras, including the London Symphony, Royal Philharmonic, London Philharmonic, Sydney Symphony and Stuttgart Philharmonic in both classical and pop recordings and performances.
More to read here
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Batt
Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
All the best Jan
We do watch the Voice and sometimes we just can't believe the talent they pass up and the 'talent' they accept.
ReplyDeleteWonderful voice, and great accompanying orchestra!
ReplyDelete...great tune!
ReplyDeleteHe has a really nice voice.
ReplyDeleteHOOOOW did they not turn round?!?!??!! He has an amazing voice. They obviously didn't have a clue!!!
ReplyDeleteThat's interesting read.
ReplyDeleteOften happens that the winner doesn't take it all.
He has a nice voice.
we recently started watching the voice, the contestants are so talented. more so than american idol which we also watch!!!
ReplyDeleteVery nicely done!
ReplyDeletewow, to me at first he sounded like frank sinatra. gotta go back and finish listening to him. really nice!
ReplyDeleteI don't watch very much television, but I watched your video, and boy, that guy can sing. I think it proves that the judges on these shows don't always get it right.
ReplyDeleteBom dia, muito bem....é assim que se classifica a boa voz, o despenho de Bob Blakeley é excelente.
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ReplyDeleteThe Voice in America is one of my favorite shows. I am glad Bob is a success story even without the help of the Voice. Happy Sunday, enjoy your day, have a great new week ahead!
He's so talented, wow. Stunning! Thank Jan for introducing me to Bob. I rarely watch Voice, only on YouTube.
ReplyDeleteThis guy is fantastic! One of my favorite standards. I occasionally tune into the Voice here in the US. It amazes me how much talent is out there.
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing voice, I'm glad his story has a happy ending! have a great week, Sue x
ReplyDeleteI am a huge fan of The Voice. Thanks for introducing us to this talented man. What a great song! Have a nice week.
ReplyDeleteI love this story...I cannot listen right now as we are watching TV but want to come back and listen.
ReplyDeleteWow! I had not heard this. His voice is amazing! I was preparing for Joe Cocker's gravelly rendition, but I like this one much better.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting!
That is really good! I watch The Voice in the U.S.
ReplyDeleteWe have Voice of Finland competition every winter according to your format. It has been running for many, many years and I like to watch it.
ReplyDeleteWow, this guy can sing, I'm so glad he got a chance to prove it without the help of the Voice judges.
ReplyDeleteI had goosebumps listening to him.
Wow! He can really sing. His voice brings me back to singers from the 30s, 40s and 50s. :)
ReplyDelete~Jess