Fredl Fesl, a cherished figure in the Bavarian folksong tradition, is renowned for his distinctive blend of music, comedy, and yarn spinning. Born on July 7, 1947, in Straubing but raised in Niederbayern (Lower Bavaria), Alfred "Fredl" Fesl's journey into the limelight began with victories in German singing contests during the 1970s, including the renowned "Kleinkunstbühne Obernburg" competition.

He is best known for his witty and often tongue-in-cheek songs that draw heavily on the Bavarian dialect and culture. Fredl's allure lies not just in his musical prowess but also in his humor and ability to playfully address complex emotions in his work. His albums, often sequentially titled "Die Erste," "Die Zweite," "Die Dritte," and so forth, effortlessly combine traditional folk melodies with his own clever lyrical twists, resonating with audiences in Bavaria and beyond.

Throughout his discography, including works like "Die Zweite," "Die Fünfte von Fredl Fesl," and "Der bayerische Stier - Seine schönsten melankomischen Lieder," Fesl has curated an affectionate, melancholic, yet light-hearted oeuvre that captures the idiosyncrasies of Bavarian life. His ability to mix melodious alpine tunes with satirical and sometimes melancholic lyrics is showcased in songs such as "Ritter, Wirtsleut, Preiss'n und i" and the humorous "Der Anlass Jodler." Despite dealing with Parkinson's disease in his later life, Fredl Fesl remains a beloved figure in the genre, his music a lasting tribute to the folk traditions he has personified and preserved throughout his career.

Genres

Austropop

Kabarett

Latest Release

Ritter, Wirtsleut, Preiss'n und i

Fredl Fesl

Album - 33 Tracks - Released August 31, 2007