About Kingo Hamada
Born 1953. Kingo Hamada is a Japanese singer, composer and bassist.
(born January 17, 1953) is a Japanese singer-songwriter.
Life and career Hamada was a member of the folk group Craft before pursuing a solo career.
At one point, when Shōgo Hamada, who was not related to Kingo, was becoming popular, the latter's agency and record label gave him the tagline .
Impact In 2017, "Crystal Dolphin" by Engelwood sampled "Machi no Dorufin" from Hamada's 1982 midnight cruisin' album. "Crystal Dolphin" later became a popular Internet meme. The original song, Machi No Dorufin, gained widespread prominence as a result of Engelwood's sample.
Discography
Singles TitleB-Side Details MAY SICK"SUNRISE-SUNSET" Released: January 21, 1980 Label: Air Records Format: EP HOTEL SURF-RIDER"LONELY WIND" Released: June 21, 1981 Label: Air Records Format: EP Portrait Woman"Ondine" Released: February 2, 1981 Label: Air Records Format: LP N.Y.CITY MARATHON"SENTIMENTAL MOMENT" Released: November 5, 1981 Label: Air Records Format: EP GATSBY WOMAN"SO, I LOVE YOU" Released: August 10, 1983 Label: Alfa Moon Format: EP Kokoro no mama ni Once Again"Cool Heart" Released: August 22, 1985 Label: Toshiba EMI/Eastworld Formats: EP
Studio albums Title Details Manhattan in the Rain Released: January 21, 1980 Label: Air Records Format: LP Gentle Travelin''' Released: February 21, 1981 Label: Air Records Format: LP Feel the Night| Released: November 5, 1981 Label: Air Records Format: LP midnight cruisin'| Released: October 21, 1982 Label: Alfa Moon Format: LP Mugshot| Released: August 24, 1983 Label: Alfa Moon Format: LP Heart Cocktail| LP Released: March 1, 1985 CD Released: March 21, 1985 Label: Toshiba EMI/Eastworld Formats: LP, CD Fall in Love'' LP Released: October 19, 1985 CD Released: December 21, 1985 Label: Toshiba EMI/Eastworld Formats: LP, CD
Compilation albums
Title Details From NY to LA Released: March 5, 1986 Label: Air Records Format: LP Best Collection ~Moon Years~ Released: February 27, 2002 Label: East West Japan Format: CD Kingo Hamada Golden☆Best Released: July 26, 2006 Label: BMG Japan Format: CD
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Kingo Hamada?
Japanese singer and composer (1953-)
When was Kingo Hamada born?
Kingo Hamada was born on 17 January 1953 in Shinjuku.
What is Kingo Hamada's occupation?
Kingo Hamada is a singer, composer and bassist.
What nationality is Kingo Hamada?
Kingo Hamada is Japanese.
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