"It's hard to let go of something that you want to stay tied to." - Chris Batten

Chris Batten is a New Jersey singer-songwriter whose songs have been grabbing listeners' attention for years. Seamlessly fusing the best aspects of his many influences into one unique sound, he combines the subtle complexities of Bruce Springsteen and the amplified folk of Bob Dylan with the nuanced hands-on approach of the likes of Prince and Tom Waits. Rather than steering toward popular musical norms, Chris relies on heartfelt lyrics and emotive singing and playing. While constantly recording, Chris continues to play live, building a strong fan base with each new show and constantly writing new material. His crowd pleasing shows feature intimate live performances in which he successfully translates his full band recording style into a powerful one man show, featuring his captivating work on both acoustic and electric guitar.

Visit Chris Batten's Web Site at www.chrisbatten.net.