Wayne Fontana

English pop singer and songwriter

Wayne Fontana - English pop singer and songwriter
Born

October 28th, 1945
79 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English pop singer and songwriter, rose to prominence in the mid-1960s. Achieved significant success with the band The Mindbenders, particularly noted for the hit single 'Game of Love.' Transitioned to a solo career and continued to release music throughout the following decades. Fontana was a prominent figure in the British pop music scene during the 1960s, contributing to the era’s vibrant cultural landscape. Participated in various television programs and performances, further increasing popularity.

Hit single 'Game of Love' with The Mindbenders

Solo career in pop music

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