Mike Batt

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Born 6 February 1949.

Mike Batt, producer Katie Melua, Heineken Music Hall, Amsterdam, 21-02-2006, Foto Rob Verh

Biography

Michael Philip Batt LVO (born 6 February 1949) is a British songwriter, musician, producer and Deputy Chairman of the British Phonographic Industry. He is best known for creating The Wombles pop act, writing the chart-topping "Bright Eyes," and discovering Katie Melua.

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