Tommy Hunt
American singer with notable hits
Born
June 18th, 1933
92 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent American singer gained recognition in the 1960s with the group The Flamingos. The singer's most popular solo work, "Human", reached number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1968. The influential sound incorporated elements of soul and R&B, contributing to the musical landscape of the time. Performed as a part of The Flamingos and also pursued a solo career, releasing several singles throughout the decades. The impact on the doo-wop and R&B genres illustrated a commitment to vocal performance and songwriting.
Hit single 'Human' reached number 15 on Billboard
Member of the doo-wop group The Flamingos
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