Engelbert Humperdinck

His name comes from the 19th century Austrian composer who wrote “Hansel & Gretel,” and his voice comes from heaven.   He’s recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to the theme song from the Beavis and Butthead movie.  His remarkable voice and extraordinary talent has endeared him to millions of fans around the globe, with younger generations also discovering what a magnificent musician the rest of the world has been celebrating for decades.

Few people realize that several of the major forces in the world of rock n’ roll, including Jimi Hendrix and The Carpenters, started out as opening acts for Humperdinck in the late ‘60’s, ‘70’s and ‘80’s.  Humperdinck has also had successes when favorites such as “Quando, Quando, Quando” and “Release Me” were set to infectious dance beats by dance producers/remixers Chris Cox and Barry Harris.

With four Grammy nominations, a Golden Globe for “Entertainer of the Year,” 63 Gold and 24 Platinum records, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Humperdinck might rest easy on his laurels.  Hardly.  In the past few years, he has joined an elite group of musical artists, such as Tony Bennett and Burt Bacharach, who have crossed over successfully to strike a new chord with a younger generation in addition to their core audiences.

Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Luhrs Center
8:00 p.m.
 

www.engelbert.com 

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