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What The World Needs Now brings Burt Bacharach’s iconic songbook to life with fresh, orchestrated arrangements. Featuring a powerhouse lineup anchored by Todd Rundgren, with Rob Shirakbari at the helm as arranger/music director and Wendy Moten as a premier touring vocalist, this show blends Easy Listening and Adult Standards with Baroque pop influences. Expect lush strings, sophisticated harmonies, and a live experience that honors Bacharach’s enduring legacy while delivering contemporary vitality. Below you’ll find a detailed biography, discography highlights, and the latest tour information so you can secure your seats with confidence.

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The essentials

Quick Facts About What The World Needs Now - The Burt Bacharach Songbook In Concert

  • Biographies: Todd Rundgren is a Rock Hall of Fame inductee (2021) and a prolific singer‑songwriter/producer with a career spanning Bearsville solo albums to high‑profile productions (e.g., Bat Out of Hell). Rob Shirakbari is Bacharach’s longtime arranger/music director and has worked with Dionne Warwick and Burt Bacharach; Wendy Moten is a noted vocalist from The Voice who fronts the touring ensemble.
  • Genre/musical style: The show centers on Burt Bacharach’s songbook performed in contemporary, orchestrated arrangements; audiences and press categorize the material as Easy Listening/Adult Standards with pop/Baroque pop influences. (See official show page and concert coverage.)
  • Awards/achievements: Todd Rundgren’s career milestones anchor the show’s pedigree (Rock Hall of Fame induction in 2021; longtime producer/artist). Rob Shirakbari is recognized for his orchestral arrangements and long‑time work with Bacharach and Warwick. The Ventura show coverage highlights the collaboration’s prestige and guests; see coverage for context.
  • Social media presence: Todd Rundgren maintains active social channels and tour hubs; Wendy Moten maintains a public artist site and social accounts; Rob Shirakbari is associated with shirakbari.com and public‑facing credits. (See official pages and artist profiles.)

The records

What The World Needs Now - The Burt Bacharach Songbook In Concert Discography

  • Space Force
    2022 · Cleopatra
  • White Knight
    2017 · Cleopatra
  • Runddans
    2015 · Smalltown Supersound
  • Global
    2015 · Esoteric Antenna
  • State
    2013 · Esoteric Antenna
  • Todd Rundgren's Johnson
    2011 · MPCA
  • (re)Production
    2011 · MRI
  • Arena
    2008 · Hi Fi / Cooking Vinyl
  • Liars
    2004 · Sanctuary / Earmark
  • One Long Year
    2000 · Artemis / Sheridan Square / Epic
  • Up Against It
    1997 · Pid
  • With a Twist...
    1997 · Guardian
  • The Individualist
    1995 · Digital Entertainment
  • No World Order
    1993 · Rhino / Forward / BMG
  • 2nd Wind
    1991 · Warner Bros.
  • Nearly Human
    1989 · Warner Bros.
  • The Ever Popular Tortured Artist Effect
    1982 · Bearsville
  • A Cappella
    1985 · Warner Bros. / Rhino
  • Healing
    1981 · Bearsville / Avatar / Island
  • Hermit of Mink Hollow
    1978 · Bearsville

The hits

Top What The World Needs Now - The Burt Bacharach Songbook In Concert Songs

  • Time Heals
    1981 · US AC #18
  • Can We Still Be Friends
    1978 · US #29; UK #37
  • Hello It's Me
    1973 · US #5; UK #17
  • I Saw the Light
    1972 · US #16; UK #36
  • We Gotta Get You a Woman
    1970 · US #20

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