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 John Batdorf's Profile |
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Music is a powerful healer. Embrace it! |
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| Location: | WEST HILLS, CA |
| Country: |  United States |
| Last Login: | May 7, 2008 (578 days back) |
About Me |
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| ----------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- John Batdorf/BiographyJohn Batdorfs’ uniquely passionate vocals and guitar playing landed him his first major record deal back in the 70s with Atlantic Records, and he’s continued to develop and grow as an artist to this day. As the song writing and lead vocal half of Batdorf and Rodney, John began honing his craft and developing his own style back in the early 70s. After the breakup with Rodney, John did an album with a group called Silver and toured the country promoting their album at venues with the likes of America, Doobie Brothers, Poco and Hall and Oats. Fans devoted to his sound recognized Johns voice on several radio and television projects in the 80s when he worked as a top LA studio session singer. When he wasn’t touring with bands, or producing music for a variety of clients, he never stopped writing songs. In the early 90s he partnered with fellow songwriter Michael McLean and released a handful of albums that captured a personal resonance John found with his universal songs of hope and inspiration. It’s as if with each stage in his artistic journey, he developed a greater understanding of the power of music to impact our daily lives. Never one to stagnate creatively, John expanded his artistic palette from acoustic driven pop/rock to story driven melodies. From 1996 to 2002 he worked as a TV composer for the hit series Touched by an Angel and Promised Land. Now into the second half of the new millennium, John has recorded a new CD with James Lee Stanley "All Wood And Stones" (a highly original take on early Rolling Stones songs, done acoustically with tight harmonies) along with his first solo EP, "Side One." Johns’ first full-length solo CD, "Home Again", is comprised of seven new originals and three songs from the Batdorf and Rodney days. "Home Again" is an acoustic guitar and vocal enthusiasts dream come true! John’s latest CD, "Still Burnin’", teams him up again with Mark Rodney. The duo recorded a live show at XM Studios in Washington D.C. revisiting many of their great songs from the 70s. Also, John and Mark have recorded two brand new songs in LA that are also included in the package. This marks the first new Batdorf and Rodney recording since 1975! When you listen to John sing songs about things that really matter to him, you’ll understand why they mean so much to his fans that have spanned three decades. See my profile at All Music Guide. Discography Batdorf and Rodney "Off The Shelf" 1971 Batdorf and Rodney "Batdorf and Rodney" 1972 Batdorf and Rodney "Life Is You" 1975 Silver "Silver" 1976 Batdorf and McLean "Look Inside" 1992 Batdorf and McLean "Don’t You Know" 1997 Batdorf and Stanley "All Wood and Stones" 2005 John Batdorf "Side One" EP 2005 John Batdorf "Home Again" 2007 Batdorf and Rodney "Still Burnin’" 2008 ----------------------------------------- |
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Music:Member Since: 3/27/2006Band Website: johnbatdorfmusic.com Band Members: ----------------------------------------- Book John Batdorf for a House Concert in Your Home! ----------------------------------------- View John Batdorf's EPK View Batdorf and Rodney's EPK ----------------------------------------- !!!!ATTENTION RADIO!!!! John Batdorf is attracting excellent critical (and fan!) attention to his music from all quarters. John's latest CD, STILL BURNIN: ': , teams him up again with Mark Rodney. The duo recorded a live show at XM Radio Studios in Washington D.C., revisiting many of their great songs from the '70s. John and Mark also recorded two brand new studio songs in LA. This marks the first new Batdorf and Rodney recording since 1975! Since February '07, 9 out of 10 tracks from HOME AGAIN (Johns' first full-length solo CD) are being played on XM Radio, Deep Tracks and The Loft. Various XM stations are also continuously playing selections from Johns' entire career -- from Batdorf & Rodney to ALL WOOD AND STONES with James Lee Stanley and HOME AGAIN. HOME AGAIN has just been named "one of the best CDs of 2007" by Indie Music Project (IAP). Selections from Johns' entire musical catalog are available for broadcast quality download and radio play from Airplay Direct.Radio Stations can register for free at and then go to John Batdorfs' Airplay Direct page to get free broadcast-quality downloads for instant - and continued - radio play. ----------------------------------------- Buy Johns' CDs online now OR Download through It's About Music! OR iTunes ----------------------------------------- Click to join the Official John Batdorf YahooGroup ----------------------------------------- Create your own visitor map! ----------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- Want to hear more John Batdorf tunes? Check out his profile on Facebook , and if you're a Facebook member, please friend him there too! ----------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- Influences: The Beatles were the first band that really got me to thinking. Music could really be a fun way to make a living! I loved many bands from that era like the Kinks, Hollies, Searchers, Gerry and The Pacemakers, Yardbirds and on and on. I later became a huge fan of a new "West Coast" sound which included my faves, The Buffalo Springfield as well as others like The Byrds, Poco and later Crosby Stills and Nash and Young. I have always been a huge fan of Stephen Stills. He played acoustic guitar like no other person that I had ever heard before. The first time I heard the solo on Blue Bird, I was hooked for life. I also love Peter Gabriel's brilliant writing and fantastic vocals not to mention some of the most innovative sounding tracks ever recorded. I love listening to Paul McCartney's and Neil Young's new CD. I also enjoy the latest Nickel Creek CD and would love to tour with them. XM Radio is what influences me today. It turns me on to music that I probably would have never heard if I hadn't subscribed! By the way, The Loft and Deep Tracks at XM were the first stations to play my new CD with James Lee Stanley, "All Wood And Stones" not to mention the heavy airplay that my solo CD,"Home Again" has received. Thanks a ton!!!! Sounds Like: Someone who believes in what he is singing about ! Record Label: BatMac Music Type of Label: Indie |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist (Acoustic / Folk Rock / Folk) |
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My Blog |
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ATTN RADIO: John Batdorf is a Featured Airplay Direct Artist for May ’08! |
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| John Batdorf's uniquely passionate vocals and guitar playing landed him his first major record deal back in the 70's with Atlantic Records, and he has continued to develop and grow as an artist to thi... Posted by John Batdorf on Sun, 04 May 2008 04:20:00 PST |
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Next Sat - May 10th - Kulaks Woodshed: John Batdorf, Michael McLean, Lily WIlson |
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| Saturday, 10 May 2008 @ 8pm John Batdorf, Michael McLean and Lily WilsonKulaks Woodshed5230 1/2 Laurel Canyon BlvdNorth Hollywood, CA 91607818-766-9913http://www.kulakswoodshed.com/Price: free/donatio... Posted by John Batdorf on Sat, 03 May 2008 09:23:00 PST |
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Testimonials from Venues and House Concert Series |
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| "John Batdorf puts on a truly phenomenal show. You are brought way up and back again into your own heart, riding on the depth of his lyrics. His musicianship puts the final touch on an... Posted by John Batdorf on Sat, 19 Apr 2008 08:43:00 PST |
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What the Fans are saying about STILL BURNIN (an on-going blog) |
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| from Scott Seavers, first posted to the John Batdorf YahooGroup 4-9-08 I received my Still Burnin' CD today and all I can say is WOW! It so amazes me how a song can freeze you in time to the moment t... Posted by John Batdorf on Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:21:00 PST |
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new JOHN BATDORF 2008 poster |
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| ... Posted by John Batdorf on Thu, 24 Apr 2008 11:20:00 PST |
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Radio Stations that are Playing John Batdorf songs (an on-going blog) |
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| Fans & Friends: Call or email any of these stations and request the songs!Radio Stations: If you are playing any of Johns' music and are not listed here, please email meetmepresents@gm... Posted by John Batdorf on Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:29:00 PST |
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What the Reviewers are saying about STILL BURNIN’ |
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| JOHN BATDORF MUSIC BATDORF & RODNEY/Still Burnin': And we see once again that the deconstruction of everything does have it's advantages. Spurred by Collectors Choice reissues of the o... Posted by John Batdorf on Tue, 22 Apr 2008 09:14:00 PST |
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from the April 20th BackStage Los Angeles email-newsletter |
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| John Batdorf: from the April 20th online newsletter from BackStage Los Angeles(click the link for the article)... Posted by John Batdorf on Tue, 22 Apr 2008 04:21:00 PST |
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Sunday 4/20/08 - JOHN BATDORF SOLO in Miamisburg Ohio |
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Posted by John Batdorf on Sat, 19 Apr 2008 09:03:00 PST |
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Facility is Showcase for Miamisburg arts (published 4/18/08) |
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| from "Active Dayton" in the GO section of Dayton Daily News, Friday 18 April 2008advertising the venue and the show John played solo on Sunday, 4-20-08 in Miamisburg, Ohio Facility ... Posted by John Batdorf on Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:46:00 PST |
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Melanie, Bill Batstone, All Wood and Stones, NovaTunes, Ahmet Ertegün, James Lee Stanley, Mark Rodney, Far-West, Russ & Julie's House Concerts, Concerts At The Bodie House, TrueWind Music, Canal Street Tavern, FolkAlley.com, Acoustic Music San Diego, The Kent Stage, Eddie’s Attic, Mother Hen Promotions, RMJ Productions, FolkScene, Mike Marrone, Bob Kivi, Ioana, Kelpie, Time Warp Radio KDHX, Mark Hyken, BackStage: Los Angeles, RadioIndy Acoustic/Folk, Live365, Charlette, Jackie, Andrew Jackson, Acoustic Pie Gal, Lily Wilson, E Ho Music, Gen, Greg Collier, The Refugees, Canyonfolk, Front Porch Music, The Official John Batdorf Fan Page, scott, Mary~Louise / Soprano, Stay (Kashmir Reflection:New EP Free Now!), Joe Rathburn, Richard Brooke, Woody - Pop Go The Beatles - Lifton, Greg, Your Darkside News, DUB 90, Jackie Generic [tHe hEaVy MeTaL GrAnNy], Deirdre Hughes, Orl/FHR, Mellow Yellow, Dave, Teresa, The Official 95.5 KLOS-FM MySpace Page, Moss Agate, Amy, Rob, Chris Lynch, Scott Silletta ORANGE CRUSH STUDIO, Smilin’ Gray, Brian, Cal, Reviver, Howard Pattow, Joe Palen (Singer / Songwriter), Forever Vinyl, Section 8 Fan Site, ~MLJ Promotions~, Bill Lauderbach - Songwriter, Haziken, BILLY D, Cricket Chattanooga, Cooney & Eliot, Las Vegas Sign, Penny Priest with Martin Thomas
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