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Hans Blum
Also known asHenry Valentino
Born(1928-05-23)23 May 1928
Hannover, Germany
OriginLinden, Hannover
Died15 March 2024(2024-03-15) (aged 95)
Overath, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
GenresPop music, schlager
Occupation(s)Musician
Instrument(s)Vocals, piano
Years active1948–2024
LabelsSony Music, Zett

Hans Blum (23 May 1928 – 15 March 2024), also known as Henry Valentino, was a German singer-songwriter known for his distinctive musical style, which has been the inspiration of a generation of German musicians. His recordings include the hit single "Im Wagen vor mir."[1] He wrote and conducted three entries that represented Germany in the Eurovision Song Contest: "Anouschka" (performed by Inge Brück in 1967), "Primaballerina" (performed by Siw Malmkvist in 1969), and "Über die Brücke geh'n" (performed by Ingrid Peters in 1986).

Blum died on 15 March 2024, at the age of 95.[2]

Discography

Main article: Henry Valentino discography

Major studio albums:

Influence

Hans Blum has been a major inspiration for a long range of German musicians and has enjoyed an extensive international recognition for the hit single "Im Wagen vor mir".[citation needed]

See also

References

  1. ^ "German Label in MIDEM Launch". Billboard. 11 February 1978. p. 56.
  2. ^ "Henry Valentino: Der "Im Wagen vor mir"-Sänger ist tot". Bunte. 18 March 2024. Retrieved 18 March 2024.

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