A leading pop star of the 80’s and 90s with over 125 million records sold worldwide, George Michael is recognized as a true creative force in songwriting, vocal performance and visual presentation.   His dance-pop music – with his first band WHAM! or during his solo career – made him a superstar in the 1980’s and 90’s with TEN #1 Songs on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 charts, 2 Grammy Awards, 4 MTV Video Music Awards, 3 American Music Awards and more.  He was ranked 45th on Billboard’s list of the Greatest Hot 100 Artists of All Time and was posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2023.

GEORGE MICHAEL REBORN is Robert Bartko’s incredible tribute to the late, great George Michael & WHAM! With his live vocals (NO LIP-SYNCING here), Robert exudes the energy and passion of George in the 80’s and 90’s… getting the crowd out of their seats for “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” and prompting standing ovations for his performances of timeless hits from “I Want Your Sex”, “Father Figure” , “Last Christmas” and “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me”, to “Faith” and  “Careless Whisper.”  Robert’s spot-on looks, vocal range, dance moves, crowd interaction, and charisma will leave you cheering for an encore. Even his numerous costume changes are authentic George Michael.   Close your eyes and you’ll swear you’re experiencing the real deal.   

For venues who are desperately trying to find shows that truly appeal to that elusive “younger demographic” -- without disenfranchising the core Baby Boomer crowd – GEORGE MICHAEL REBORN is your ticket to success! 

About The Artist:

A life-long fan of George Michael & Wham, Robert Bartko is honored to celebrate the songbook of his music idol.   It was during Robert’s early high school years that many began to point out an incredible resemblance between George and Robert.  A singer in the drama club, Robert had a voice that amazingly sounded exactly like George Michael’s. Throughout the following years, Robert began imitating the star’s signature vocal stylings and dance moves. Over the years, Robert has had a successful career as a solo recording artist & producer. Soon after the passing of his idol, Robert began dedicating his talents to pay tribute to the late Superstar with an electrifying live Tribute show complete with an extensive George Michael wardrobe, dancing and live vocals (no lip-syncing here!). Robert has thrilled audiences at clubs, concerts, private and corporate events, festivals and tribute shows throughout the country, including his recent sold out performance at the famed “House of Blues”.