Born Name:  John R. Valby

Born Date:  November 22, 1944

Born Place:  Buffalo, New York

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Occupations:  Musician, singer, songwriter, comedian, producer

Brief Biography:  John Valby, known as "Dr. Dirty," is famous for his raunchy, bawdy piano-based performances. Born in Rochester, NY, and a 1966 Middlebury College graduate, Valby has toured for decades, performing explicit songs and limericks on college campuses and in clubs.

Background and Career:
Raised in Western New York, Valby learned piano from nuns at age seven. He attended McQuaid Jesuit High School and graduated from Middlebury College in Vermont, initially considering a career as a philosophy teacher.
"Dr. Dirty" Persona: Starting around 1975, while playing in the Buffalo, NY bar circuit, he moved from traditional tunes to explicit, filthy songs. He often performs in a white tailcoat and derby hat.
Style: His act blends classical piano skill with "dirty ditties," irreverent humor, and audience interaction, often poking fun at current events and popular figures.
Recordings: He has released over 30 albums, including Herniated Jingle Balls, The Old Fart Cuts Another One, and Operation F Iraq.