The Wynners
| Company type | Pop group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1973 |
| Founder | Pato Leung (manager) |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong , Hong Kong |
| Products | Music albums, concerts, television specials, films |
The Wynners are a pop group from Hong Kong that emerged in the 1970s, consisting of Alan Tam (lead singer), Kenny Bee (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, keyboards), Bennett Pang (lead guitar), Danny Yip (bass guitar), and Anthony Chan (drums).
History
Formed in 1973 by manager Pato Leung, The Wynners originated as a Hong Kong English pop ensemble, evolving from an earlier band called the Loosers. Among the members, Kenny Bee, who had previously played with the Sergeant Majors, was the only individual not part of the initial group.
They rapidly rose to prominence as one of Hong Kong’s leading teen idol bands. Their first album, Listen to the Wynners (1974), achieved commercial success and included the popular track Sha-La-La-La-La. Later releases, such as the 1976 album Some Kind of Magic, featured well-received covers like Save Your Kisses For Me, originally performed by British pop group Brotherhood of Man.
Expanding beyond music, The Wynners ventured into television with their TVB program the Wynners Specials in 1975 and appeared in three movies: Let's Rock (1975), Gonna Get You (1976), and Making It (1978).
In 1978, the band members embarked on individual pursuits, with Alan Tam and Kenny Bee emerging as prominent solo artists in Hong Kong during the 1980s.
Although the band never officially dissolved, they have periodically reunited every five years for highly attended concerts. Significant reunion events include their participation in the 2011 Artistes 311 Love Beyond Borders charity organized by Jackie Chan and a 2014 fundraising concert for Family Bridges held at the Oracle Arena.
In 2023, The Wynners declared their final concert in Hong Kong to commemorate their 50th anniversary and subsequently announced their formal disbandment.
Music
Initially focusing on English-language performances featuring covers such as the Beatles' "Hey Jude", The Wynners transitioned in 1975 when they collaborated with songwriter James Wong to create original Cantonese songs for the film Let's Rock. These compositions, characterized by playful and conversational lyrics reminiscent of Sam Hui, helped define their early signature Cantopop sound.
Awards and honours
- RTHK Top 10 Gold Songs Awards
- 1988 RTHK Golden Needle Award