Manuel Freire is a Portuguese singer-songwriter and pianist known for his involvement in the protest song movement in Portugal, especially during the politically tumultuous era leading up to the Carnation Revolution. Born in Vagos, Portugal, on April 25, 1942, Freire's music career gained prominence in the late 1960s and 1970s when his politically charged songs provided a voice for the opposition to the Estado Novo regime.

A revered figure in Portuguese music, Manuel Freire's body of work is characterized by its poetic lyricism and social commentary. He is possibly best known for his rendition of "Pedra Filosofal," a track based on a poem by António Gedeão, which has become an iconic piece within the canon of Portuguese music. Throughout his career, Freire continued to release albums that reflect his social consciousness and artistic integrity, including "Canta Versos Diversos de Vitorino Nemésio," where he interprets the works of the famed Portuguese writer, and "Devolta," an album that radiates with his ongoing commitment to social and political themes. His contribution to Portuguese music and culture remains influential, and his work continues to inspire both listeners and artists alike within the Lusophone world.

Genres

Fado

Musica De Intervencao

Portuguese Folk

Latest Release

Our Home is Under-Fire

Manuel Freire

Single - Released August 12, 2022