The HAMBURG BLUES BAND and Inga Rumpf

Inga Rumpf, born in Hamburg, was a leading German R&B singer, praised for her unique style akin to Janis Joplin. She gained fame in the '70s with Frumpy and released acclaimed solo works in the '80s and '90s. Known for hits like "How the Gipsy Was Born," Rumpf was deemed the greatest vocal talent in German rock. She founded bands like Atlantis and collaborated with Udo Lindenberg. Her diverse career included jazz, gospel, and teaching, with key albums like Reality and In the 25th Hour. Rumpf has inspired many with her enduring artistic integrity.