Herma Keil along with brothers Olaf, Klaus, Rudolf and cousin Freddie Keil formed The Keil Isles in the 1950s which proved to be a popular hit making band.
He along with sister Eliza left the band to pursue solo careers.
He released records under his own name as a solo artist and he and sister Eliza appeared in the musical comedy film Don't Let It Get To You.
[2] In later years Herma Keil moved to Australia and retired there.
[3] The Aotearoa Music Awards (previously known as New Zealand Music Awards (NZMA)) are an annual awards night celebrating excellence in New Zealand music and have been presented annually since 1965.