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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