Hans Blum (musician)
German singer (1928–2024)
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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]
Hans Blum | |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Henry Valentino |
| Born | 23 May 1928 Hannover, Germany |
| Origin | Linden, Hannover |
| Died | 15 March 2024 (aged 95) Overath, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany |
| Genres | Pop music, schlager |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instruments | Vocals, piano |
| Years active | 1948–2024 |
| Labels | Sony Music, Zett |
Career
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).
He had a hit in 1977 with "Im Wagen vor mir" which was a duet with Uschi.[2] Uschi died and Valentino re-recorded the song with Daffi Cramer.[3][4]
Death
Blum died on 15 March 2024, at the age of 95.[5]
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 has enjoyed an extensive international recognition for the hit single "Im Wagen vor mir".[citation needed]
