Joe Sikorra "Step Up"

Music Video for Joe Sikorra's "Step Up" Directed by Matthew Reithmayr

John Sikorra was diagnosed at a young age with Batten Disease, a debilitating neurological disease that leads to blindness, seizures and death in most of those who suffer from it...before they reach the age of 25.

John suited up for every game his high school's baseball team played. On the team's last game, John was given a chance to step up to the plate and earn his high school letter in his favorite sport.

This song is a challenge to all of us to take courage in the situations we face each day, just as John did, and to Step Up.

See Joe's music video for "Livin Large" at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5V2wfv7vbE&feature=channel

Learn more about Joe Sikorra's music at joesikorra.com. Find "Step Up" on iTunes http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/step-up-single/id459114611

See the LA Times coverage of the day that John got his "at bat" at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8EDgMzk_48

Learn more about Batten Disease at beyondbatten.org

Learn more about the director, Matthew Reithmayr at filmsurgeon.com.

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[starrlightkunnen]

This video is amazing!- just like "John"! Guy talks about you often Joe. Your family is always in our prayers....

[doyouLiving]

Thanks, Joe...BRILLIANT!!!! Thanks for stepping up and inspiring others. One of my fondest personal memories in life is playing catch with John!

[bikboo]

very sweet and touching video.

[katiehowesc]

Very much enjoyed. Very inspiring!

[UNLVPT2014]

Absolutely amazing!! Such a touching, heart warming song and video. What a great expression of love.

[scluke100]

Absolutely beautiful testament of love. Thank you for sharing.

[mgmceveety]

AWESOME!!! I HAVE WATCHED IT OVER AND OVER AGAIN! IT IS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SONG AND THE VIDEO IS PERFECT!

[joanluke]

I'm still smilin" and gigglin' with BIG FAT tears running all over my face.... Everything; the moment, the music, John's smile, Joe's beautiful voice and words....award worthy film quality...and the ability to make your heart burst.........watch father, Joe tell his and his sons' story, post on your FB! Help get hits on this!!! xoxo

[aligal1219]

LOVE THIS <3 absolutely made my day. most incredible family!!!!

[111bogey]

Amazing video, amazing kid, amazing dad!