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Bob Blakeley Gets Record Deal
The nation gasped in shock 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.
But 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. Mike, who discovered Katie Melua and has written many chart-topping hits including Bright Eyes, had watched Bob’s performance and told him “You must not let this chance go by and I would like to help you.” Moved to tears Bob later took to Twitter saying “Wow what an incredibly morning… I can’t thank you all enough for your support! I hope to bring you some great music.”
Now signed to Mike’s record label, Dramatico Entertainment – who recently celebrated a number 1 album with Caro Emerald – Bob’s dreams are set to come true with the release of his debut album ‘Performance’. Produced by Mike, and recorded with an orchestra at the legendary Air Studios in London, ‘Performance’ will showcase Bob’s extraordinary voice. Featuring his signature song ‘Cry Me A River’, the album will also include Bob’s renditions of classic standards as well as inspired covers of contemporary songs.
‘Performance’ will be released on May 19th 2014 on Dramatico Entertainment