Brooklyn, NY – Our exclusive three part video interview with Avraham Fried concludes with Avremel discussing his father’s reaction to his becoming a singer and his thoughts on having his own children, who have been featured on a few of his CDs, follow in his footsteps. Fried seems humbled by his success, which has taken him all over the world, and is perhaps the only Jewish singer who has ever sung in a Las Vegas showroom. He marvels at the notion that he has been given the privilege to inspire people and is clearly grateful that he has been given this amazing opportunity.
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After releasing his first DVD last year, Fried confesses to wanting to do another. Looking ahead to the future, Fried is hard at work on both a conventional album and a Yiddish/English album. As a final treat for Vos Iz Neias readers, Fried offers just a taste of a song from his upcoming album, which is due out this Tishrei.
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Rare footage below, was shown at a Fried concert in 2005 in Belgium upon his 25th anniversary showing photos and audio of Avramel when he was a child.
In case you missed the interviews Part 1 here Part 2 here
unreal wow when can we expect the album
Thank-you VIN for a great interview,
one thing Avremel said I strongly disagree with – he doesn’t like listening to his first album “No Jew” because he feels his voice is inexperienced, I couldn’t disagree more, I love that album – each song is a gem, his voice is pure & emotion-laden.
As great as the subsequent albums are, that first one was a powerful start & propelled him to his well-deserved position today!
such geshmake words for a song only avremel is an expert on
Why are you coming out so late???
Avrohom fried was great at the great parade and then rocked baltimore with the EvanAl Orchestra! Well done!
when he was in las vegas, was he on shlichos from the rebba?
I am absolutely sure that “No Jew” was released in 1981 not 1980. That would make this year rthe 29th anniversary. Someone is making a mistake!!!!
Avremel,
I enjoy your singing very much however to me I especially love when you sing for the organization Matnas Michoel I look forward to that every year.
the fact is he is the singer with the sweetest voice
he is the best singer still after all those tears he is the orogneal also good job yossi
You are my favorite singer… your cds are great and original u always have different ideas !!its amazing that your voice is still young and sharp …listening to you all the time………hatzlacha raba to your future releases (hopefully)
You are the greatest singer and its amazing that your voice is still young… we are always excited to your cds and concerts!! Cant wait for next release … still waiting for the fire song!!!!!!! Hatzlacha Raba in your future!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
“and is perhaps the only Jewish singer who has ever sung in a Las Vegas showroom”
I doubt that. Here is a partial list of Jewish singers who sang in a Vegas showroom:
Bob Dylan
Barry Manilow
Bette Midler
Billy Joel
KISS
Lenny Kravitz
Barbara Streisand
Pink
Joey Ramone
Simon & Garfunkel
Neil Diamond
Paula Abdul
Michael Bolton
I could keep going …
kein yirbu and keep it up look yo see you at my sons chasuna
Thank you for this very poignant, intimate interview. It is a singular opportunity to get a personal glance into Avraham Fried -the man, instead of his better known persona as an entertainer. As is evident, he is an extraordinary man with a unique character and great sensitivity. I have always said anyone who has the ability to inspire and move so many, (Carlebach, MBD) must have a special soul.
To Reb Avremel:
You requested some audience feedback so I’d like to offer a suggestion. You mention running out of “Moshiach-themed” English songs. However, not all your English songs are in fact “Moshiach-themed”. “Forever One” or “My Fellow Jew” for example speak to Achdus in Klal Yisroel or the “specialness” of Klal Yisroel. Both Ideas are instrumental in the brining of Moshiach. Perhaps more songs in that vein would be an idea.
Also, in recent years “Chazzanus” has seen a resurgence of sorts, (due perhaps, in a large part, to Chazan Helfgot’s popularity). You, however, have always had Chazzanus mixed into some songs on your albums. I’d like to hear a little more Chazzanus. Maybe a whole “shtickle” instead of short clips. Please let me know what you think.
Anyway, Hatzlacha Rabba in all your endeavors and may you continue to go “Mi’chayil L’chayil” in inspiring and being Me’sameach Klal Yisroel “Ad Bi’as Go’el.
Thank You!
I’d like to hear about the training that went into making R’ Avremel’s voice what it is today.
Avremel,
From No Jew will be left behind to the present every album and every song you sing is truly a gem. Your music and voice are always with me and always inspire me.
Wishing you Bracha V’Hatzlacha in everything you do.
Thank you
M
Hi Avraham Fried,
I think you are doing a fantastic job with all your cd’s your recording,
Your very rite that you’re not suppose to sing non Jewish songs,
I can’t wait for the upcoming album to be in the stores !!
Have lots of Hatslachah and I wish you to get the best songs in the feature to be misameach kllal yisroel and ME
Kol Tuv
Avremel,
There would be nothing for me to listen to if there was no Avraham Fried. Thank you for 30 amazing years and mazel tov on your anniversary. I am another one of those people who don’t care for chazonos but love Avraham Fried chazonos.
You are the best and always will be.
Bracha V’hatzlacha!!!!