Elton, Billy, & Barry – They Write the Songs

Featuring Craig A. Meyer

Turn on any radio from the 70’s to today, and you will hear the songs of Elton John, Billy Joel and Barry Manilow. Broadway, Television and Film veteran, Craig A Meyer skillfully wields his voice and piano chops in the celebration of them in ELTON BILLY & BARRY—THEY WRITE THE SONGS.

Having taught himself to play the piano with these iconic composers’ music, his attachment to their catalogs is deep. Add in the past fifteen years as America’s premiere Elton John Tribute artist, and two years touring with Barry Manilow, and you are in for an evening of dynamic songs and showmanship.

The hits include “Bennie & the Jets”, “Copacabana”, “Piano Man”, “Mandy”, “Tiny Dancer”, “You May Be Right”, “Crocodile Rock”, and “I Write the Songs”, to name a few.

Buckle up for a rollicking night honoring the undisputed Singer-Songwriter Kings of Pop Music in ELTON BILLY & BARRY—THEY WRITE THE SONGS.

Artists

Craig A. Meyer

For the past fifteen years, Craig A Meyer has toured the world wrapped in spandex and glitter as America’s premiere Elton John Tribute artist in REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG—THE ELTON JOHN EXPERIENCE. His latest venture has him shedding a bit of the glitz and adding a few names to the marquee.

Prior to taking on his portrayal of Sir Elton John, Meyer’s career spanned all areas of the entertainment industry. Beginning with his television debut on the original Gong Show, Meyer went on to appear on such staples as General Hospital, Will & Grace, Necessary Roughness, Good Morning Miami, Family Law, and Fernwood 2Nite. His films include Aladdin, The Lion King, Leatherheads, Joyful Noise, and Identity Thief.

Meyer made his Broadway debut in Meet Me In St Louis, and toured nationally in Cats, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, and Starlight Express.

For two years, he had the privilege of sharing the stage with the iconic Barry Manilow in his SHOWSTOPPERS tour.

Meyer continues his music journey honoring the iconic catalogs of the legendary Elton John, Billy Joel and Barry Manilow with this concert.

ELTON BILLY & BARRY-THEY WRITE THE SONGS is Meyer’s love letter to three of the greatest singer/songwriters of our generation.

Craig A. Meyer

For the past fifteen years, Craig A Meyer has toured the world wrapped in spandex and glitter as America’s premiere Elton John Tribute artist in REMEMBER WHEN ROCK WAS YOUNG—THE ELTON JOHN EXPERIENCE. His latest venture has him shedding a bit of the glitz and adding a few names to the marquee.

Prior to taking on his portrayal of Sir Elton John, Meyer’s career spanned all areas of the entertainment industry. Beginning with his television debut on the original Gong Show, Meyer went on to appear on such staples as General Hospital, Will & Grace, Necessary Roughness, Good Morning Miami, Family Law, and Fernwood 2Nite. His films include Aladdin, The Lion King, Leatherheads, Joyful Noise, and Identity Thief.

Meyer made his Broadway debut in Meet Me In St Louis, and toured nationally in Cats, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, and Starlight Express.

For two years, he had the privilege of sharing the stage with the iconic Barry Manilow in his SHOWSTOPPERS tour.

Meyer continues his music journey honoring the iconic catalogs of the legendary Elton John, Billy Joel and Barry Manilow with this concert.

ELTON BILLY & BARRY-THEY WRITE THE SONGS is Meyer’s love letter to three of the greatest singer/songwriters of our generation.

Reviews

“Barry Manilow”

“Craig A Meyer is one of the most talented people I have ever worked with. He can do ANYTHING!”

 

Barry Manilow

“Craig A Meyer is one of the most talented people I have ever worked with. He can do ANYTHING!”

“Variety”

“A top notch performer!”

 

Variety

“A top notch performer!”

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