Hans Blum (musician)

Hans Blum (born 23 May 1928), also known as Henry Valentino, is 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).

Hans Blum
Also known asHenry Valentino
Born (1928-05-23) 23 May 1928
OriginLinden, Hannover
GenresPop music, schlager
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsVocals, piano
Years active1948–present
LabelsSony Music, Zett
For the journalist, see Hans Blum (journalist).

Discography

Major studio albums:

  • 1991: Im Wagen vor mir
  • 1997: ...Etwas für Liebhaber
  • 1999: Zu Zweit Macht's Mehr Spass
  • 2001: Henry Valentino's Hitbox
  • 2004: Ich Hab' Dein Knie Geseh'n
  • 2006: Eine Liebe Ist Wie ein Lied

Influence

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

See also
  • List of best selling music artists

References
  1. "German Label in MIDEM Launch". Billboard. 11 February 1978. p. 56.
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