Boris Blank

Swiss singer-songwriter with Yello

Boris Blank - Swiss singer-songwriter with Yello
Born

January 15th, 1952
73 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Switzerland

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A prominent figure in electronic music, contributions included being one half of the band Yello. The musical partnership established a unique style that blended elements of pop, techno, and avant-garde. Yello achieved international recognition with the hit 'Oh Yeah,' which garnered widespread acclaim and was featured in numerous films and commercials. The innovative sound and production techniques helped define a genre, influencing many artists in electronic music. Through the years, the collaboration produced several influential albums, contributing to the legacy of electronic music in the 1980s and beyond.

Co-founded the band Yello

Released the hit song 'Oh Yeah'

Produced acclaimed albums in electronic music

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