Greg Kihn

Singer-songwriter with 'The Breakup Song'

Greg Kihn - Singer-songwriter with 'The Breakup Song'
Born

July 10th, 1949
75 years ago

Died

August 13th, 2024
0 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Active in the music industry since the 1970s, this singer-songwriter gained significant popularity with his hit 'The Breakup Song' in 1981. Kihn began his career in the San Francisco Bay Area, where he established a loyal fan base. Throughout the 1980s, multiple albums were released, charting on Billboard. In addition to his music career, Kihn hosted a radio show and ventured into writing, publishing a series of novels and engaging in various creative projects. His contributions to rock music and radio have shaped his trajectory in the entertainment industry.

Released hit single 'The Breakup Song'

Hosted a radio show in the San Francisco area

Published a series of novels

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