Đàm Vĩnh Hưng

Music ability

According to him, in some music shows, he tend to sings many genres, which some of them are not his best, in order to entertain the audiences, because "If I don't try many genres, I won't be able to have many fans and audiences, I won't be able to perform at plenty music shows. Meaning I'm able to sing different genres as being a talented singer"

2003: Trai Tim Hat (A Singing Heart)

A Singing Heart was his first liveshow. He released the album in April 2003 with a 680 million (VND) budget. At that time, this budget was considered to be huge, showing his determination and devotion for his music career. The guests were My Tam, Hong Ngoc, Hien Thuc, MTV boyband. In his first liveshow, he performed his own famous songs with guests such as: Say Tinh (Drunk on Love), Lac Mat Mua Xuan (Lost the Spring), Co Don Minh Anh (Lonely All By Myself), Goc Pho Reu Xanh (Green Moss Corner)...For this liveshow, he established strong foundation for his career.

2004: Gio H (Hour H)

After the success of the first liveshow, in 2004, due to the audience's support, he continued to hold a liveshow named Hour H. Addressing his thought on the strange name of the liveshow, he explained: "Hour H means my own hour, only me and music". The guests included Siu Black, Thanh Lam, Hong Ngoc, My Tam,... To prepare for 3 night liveshow, he invited well known people to be working on his liveshow such as director Huynh Phuc Dien, artist Le Truong Tieu (stage designer), Hang Anh Duong (martial art group), ABC (dance group). Being one of the most famous stars at that time, he made Hour H become another step to prove his own brand in music industry.

2007: Thuong Hoai Ngan Nam (Loving for Million Years)

At the end of July 2009, he held another liveshow named Thuong Hoai Ngan Nam as a present for middle aged audiences. For this liveshow, he had a whole Quoc Thanh Theater under innovation to adapt the vibe of 70s songs, with great approval from Phuoc Sang. In order to match the vibe of these songs, he invited many artists such as: Huong Lan, Thai Chai, Phuong Thanh, Xuan Phu, and Nam Dong Ke group. With this liveshow, he captured attention from middle aged audiences who own very delicate taste. Ever since, he was known as Mr. Vietnam Music. Other than that, his name guarantees the quality of liveshows made by himself.

2008: Da Tiec Trang (White Ball)

Early morning of October 2nd, 2008, he set two records by holding his White Ball liveshow: the longest duration liveshow and the biggest number of guests dressing in white. This is not only his own record but in Vietnam generally. Mentioning Dam Vinh Hung's White Ball, everyone is reminded of the most luxurious liveshow of all time: the dresscode is white along with all white decoration in also white mansion. White Ball is the origin for color theme party trend afterward. Thus, by this liveshow, he also set the record of the singer who sings the most songs with 54 songs. The guests of the liveshow included Le Quyen, Hong Ngoc, Thanh Thao, Ho Ngoc Ha, TV host Binh Minh. This unique liveshow marks his outstanding class among many singers in Vietnam.

2009: Nguoi Tinh (The Lover)

Despite low selling ticket of other liveshows in 2009, Dam Vinh Hung's The Lover liveshow, on the other hand, was a success. Before the liveshow, many doubtfully questioned whether or not the liveshow would be doing great. However, he briefly shared: "I believe in my own brand name". With the guest appearance of Thanh Lam, Le Quyen, Hong Ngoc, Hoai Linh, Cam Ly, My Le, Quang Dung,...he brought an extraordinary music show to the audience across Vietnam.

2010: Vu Khuc Mua Dong (Winter Waltz)

In 2010, Dam Vinh Hung's Winter Waltz liveshow which was unofficially known as White Ball 2 greatly satisfied the audience. Working on winter theme, the audience were led into a romantic winter themed space on the night of December 3rd, 2010 at White Palace (Ho Chi Minh City) and together joined in a glamorous gown ball. Also in this liveshow, he officially announced the establishment of his charity foundation named "Mr. Dam va Em" which is contributed for children living under unfortunate conditions, children diagnosed with dangerous defects and children abandoned at hospitals.

2011: Mr. Dam by Night 5-Buoc Chan Mien Trung (Mr. Dam by Night 5-Footprint on Middle Region)

In July 16th, 2011, Dam Vinh Hung and 30 artists officially launched an exclusive concert named Mr. Dam by Night 5-Footprint on Middle Region at Hoa Binh Theater. The special feature of this concert is all the featured artists are from Middle Region of Vietnam such as: actress Hong Van, Anh Tuyet, My Le, My Tam, Cam Ly, Quang Dung, Ho Ngoc Ha, Duong Trieu Vu, Le Cat Trong Ly, Nguyen Thao, My Hang, Ngoc Anh, Hoang Le Vi,...

Five months since the release of CD Lost Love, in July 26th 2011, he released the album which was produced by himself. The theme of the album was Xot Xa belonged to his classical music project Da Khuc Cho Tinh Nhan, including 14 long live songs from songwriters: Lam Phuong, Chau Ky, To Thanh Tung, Le Trong Nguyen, Hoang Thanh Tam, Truong Sa, Nguyen Vu,...presented by himself with the remix of Minh Man, Anh Khoa, Vinh Tam, Minh Vy,...The 5th album Xot Xa included many favorite songs by everyone such as: Xot Xa, Bien Tinh, Nguu Lang Chuc Nu, Mua Thu Chuc Nu,...were performed by his smoothly passionate voice, along with other singers such as Le Quyen, Cam Ly, Hong Ngoc and Hoai Lam.

2012: So Phan (Fate) - 15th Anniversary

June 26th 2012, he had a press release to introduce liveshow Fate - a liveshow to mark 15th anniversary of his singing career. In July 21st and 22nd 2012, he officially launched the liveshow at Lan Anh Stage (Ho Chi Minh City) with the participation of Le Quyen, Cam Ly, Thu Minh, Duong Trieu Vu, Kim Xuan, Tu Trinh, Ngoc Huyen, Huong Thao. July 28th 2012, he performed at National Conference Center along with Cam Ly, Thu Minh, My Dung, Duong Trieu Vu, Kim Xuan, Tu Trinh, Ngoc Huyen, Huong Thao. December 17th 2012, he released the DVD of the liveshow including 31 performances in different genres.

2013: Xoa Ten Nguoi Tinh - Cho Dong (Erasing The Name of The Lover - Awaiting for Winter)

August 8th 2013, he officially released the duo classical album from his long term project Da Khuc Cho Tinh Nhan, the theme of these 2 albums are Xoa Ten Nguoi Tinh (Erasing the Name of the Lover) and Cho Dong (Awaiting for Winter). Beside, 1,000 limited editions that were designed with velvety cover and golden imprint with a special booklet of the old Saigon was also released at the same time.

2014: Thuong Hoai Ngan Nam 2 (Loving for Million Years 2)

March 18th 2014, he released a pop album "Sad Love of H". The album included 8 songs which were composed by Minh Khang, Phu Quang, Nguyen Hoang Duy,...singer Duong Trieu Vu was featured in the song "Con Yeu".

October 15th 2014, he continued to releasing a pop album named Lam Sao Anh Biet (How Do I Know?). The album included 10 songs composed by Phuong Uyen, Hoang Nha, Nguyen Minh Anh, Ho Hoai Anh,... the head single was composed by himself. Especially, the album was released in traditional way but in smart card method.

November 27th 2014, the press release for his liveshow Thuong Hoai Ngan Nam 2 (Loving for Million Years 2) was held at Gem Center (Ho Chi Minh City) and JW Marriot Hotel; the ticket price ranged from 2 to 5 million (VND). However according to the director's technical request, the liveshow location was moved from Gem Center to SECC Saigon. Liveshow had guest appearance of Bao Yen, Le Quyen, Hong Ngoc, Ho Ngoc Ha, Pham Thu Ha, Duong Trieu Vu, Giang Hong Ngoc, Quach Ngoc Ngoan. The 600mq stage was uniquely designed along with 3D technology. The liveshow Thuong Hoai Ngan Nam made great attention back in 2007 which was directed by director Huynh Phuc Dien, Thuong Hoai Ngan Nam became a hit of his career. After 7 years, he finally held Thuong Hoai Ngan Nam 2 with the assistance of director Tran Vi My.

2015: Khac, Tinh Ca Mua Dong and Loi Con Dang Chua (Oppose, Winter Love Song & Prayers to God)

November 3rd 2015, he released an album titled Khac (Oppose) included 5 songs composed by Truong Le Son, Thai Thinh, Duy Manh. November 13th 2015, another Christian theme album was released titled Loi Con Dang Chua (Prayers to God) at the local church in District 10, Ho Chi Minh City.

2016: Diamond Show

September 13th 2016, he had a press release as the introduction for first project from a multiple project for his 20th anniversary named Diamond Show. October 1st and 2nd 2016, he launched Diamond Show at Hoa Binh Theater. In the second night of Diamond Show, Le Quyen, Thanh Thao, Hong Ngoc, Ho Ngoc Ha together celebrated his birthday on stage. In October 15th 2016, he performed Diamond Show at National Conference Center in Ha Noi. Many artists and colleagues came to the show to support his show such as Le Quyen and husband, Vu Ha, Quach Tuan Du, Han Thai Tu, Miss Thu Hoai, Binh Minh and his wife, Trang Tran, Kim Cuong, actress Ngoc Thanh Tam, Hien Mai, La Quoc Hung, Gia Bao.

2017: Than Tuong Bolero 2017, Sai Gon Bolero & Hung, Tinh Bo Vo (Bolero Idol 2017, Sai Gon Bolero & Hung, Lonely Love)

February 22nd 2017, he was confirmed to be the coach of the reality show Bolero Idol 2nd season, the rest of the jury were Ngoc Son, Le Quyen and Quang Le. In 15 episodes of the show, he recruited 8 excellent contestants for his team: Hellen Thuy, Hoang Oanh, Chu Hoang Tuan, Truong Diem, Hung Cuong, Vo Duy Thang, Sy Hieu and Van Quoc. In the final show on June 16th 2017, one of his team member Hellen Thuy won the first prize of Bolero Idol 2017.

July 6th 2017, he introduced his new project in a press release named Saigon Bolero & Hung. This was the second project from his 20th anniversary project. The liveshow was invested with more than 10 billion (VND) budget, it recreated the golden age of bolero - a music genres which was directed by director Tran Vi My. Huong Lan, Le Quyen, Quang Le, Duong Trieu Vu, Hoai Lam and Thu Hang Bolero were the guests of the liveshow. August 5th 2017, he performed at Hoa Binh Theater and another show at National Conference Center in August 26th 2017.

Beside from that, on August 15th 2017, the 8th album named Tinh Bo Vo (Lonely Love) from Da Khuc Tinh Nhan project was officially released. 20.000 copies were made for the first sale, as he shared though it wasn't officially distributed, 4.000 copies were already pre ordered in foreign countries. In December 19th 2017, he released the DVD of Saigon Bolero & Hung liveshow including 40 performances from the liveshow.

2018: Guong Mat Than Quen, Giong Ca Bat Bai, Tuyet Dinh Song Ca (Familiar Face, Undefeatable Voice, Top Duet)

April 17th 2018, he held a press release at his own house to introduce a pop album, including 5 songs from the theme: Love to the Fullest, Hurt to the Fullest. The album included songs composed by Hung Quan. In August 1st 2018, he launched the music video title Hello at Van Hanh Mall, Ho Chi Minh City. The launch had guest appearance from Le Quyen, Quang Linh, Duong Trieu Vu, Ho Ngoc Ha, Quoc Thien, Huong Giang Idol, God of Catwalk Simon and hundred audiences.

Wrong songs

In his Vol. 8 album, Tinh Ca Hoai Niem (also known as Tinh Ca 50) including love songs from 1954-1975, Pho Dem (Night Town) was also one of the chosen songs in the album, on the cover it was said to be one of Nguyen Tuan Kiet's songs, however the song in the album was another song with same title from songwriter Tam Anh, that song was banned due to be thought as songs from old regime before 1975. He explained that he had badly misunderstood, but still got 30 million Vietnamdong fine, the production company was fined 23 million Vietnamdong and the album was withdrawn from the shelf.

In the album Mr. Dam (2005), the song "Em da quen mot dong song" was printed on the cover to be allegedly composed by songwriter Hai Trieu, actually this is a song by Vietnamese-American songwriter Truc Ho. Thuy Nga Center was the official representative for the release of this album, but "Em da quen mot dong song" was cut out. Also in this album, "Bac Tinh" was a song by Vietnamese-American songwriter Huynh Nhat Tan, but it was printed to belong to songwriter Nhat Dang Khoa on the cover.

Feud with singer Phuong Thanh

Before the news which singer Phuong Thanh was blackmailed, he'd had a close friendship with Phuong Thanh. After this incident, Phuong Thanh came to meet him in person and said: "In this case, I only doubt Ngoc and Hung". Dam Vinh Hung also confirmed this news however he'd falsely assumed that Phuong Thanh was talking about singer Hong Ngoc and Tuan Hung.

In 2007, when the feud between Phuong Thanh and journalist Huong Tra was sent to the court, it was reported that Dam Vinh Hung sent his lawyer to assist Huong Tra.

In 2008, both admitted to haven't talked for more than 1 year. During this time, Phuong Thanh shared that there must be someone close to her, had sold out her personal life to the press to write many tabloids regarding her life. Other than that, the news about Dam Vinh Hung were published at the same time of Phuong Thanh's saying constantly added more tensions to their friendship.

Answering many speculations, he addressed that there were only misunderstanding and hopefully everything would be rightfully revealed. However, Phuong Thanh accused that the friendship "was doomed". In Green Waves Award 2012, both made up.

Attack in America (2010)

July 18th 2010, he was attacked by Ly Tong while performing at Santa Clara Conference Center, California, USA. Afterward, middle aged and elder audiences didn't approve his appearance at the music show, there were protests and many plans put out in order to pressure the organizers to cancel any show that Dam Ving Hung involved.

According to Mercurynews, many supported Ly Tong, even local politicians, demanded to release him immediately. Ly Tong hoped that the jury wouldn't accuse him of having violent intention, based on his excuse as he "protected Vietnamese community from the representative of the Communist regime". However, he was still accused of being guilty and had to serve 6 months in jail and another 3 years under control.