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from upcoming EP "now" - 4 new videos
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"Obama Yes We Can".
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Andy Fraser, FREE's legendary bass-player/writer and founding member, completes transition to singer/songwriter - a musician who brings his love of blues, rock, african world music and soul to this latest contemporary music.
In his new album "Naked... and finally free", Andy conveys a rare honesty as he shares his darkest moments, and the inspiration which leads him into understanding and upliftment, his passionate vocals weaving through rolling grooves with guest appearances by some of todays top musicians.
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HE'S BACK AND HE'S FREE
One of the most important musicians in one of the most important bands of the 1970’s is back.
Legendary FREE bassist and songwriter of one of rock’s all-time anthems “All Right Now,” Andy Fraser breaks a decade-long since with “Naked…And Finally Free,” an album that could’ve only been by a man who has been through a lifetime of setbacks in the past several years. He has suffered from AIDS, cancer, painful neck surgery and crushing depression along with the struggle to accept his sexuality. Throughout it all, the only constants for him have been music and love; forces that imbue “Naked…And Finally Free” with a rare spiritual power – to inspire, to uplift, and to heal.
On the album’s single and lead-off track “Healing Hands,” in particular, you hear the same artist that worked with Paul Rodgers and Paul Kossoff to give the world FREE’s iconic “All Right Now” coming to grips with forces beyond his control and affirming what truly matters in life.
Anyone who has ever been in a similar situation or yearned for something more from contemporary music will be moved by the fearless honesty and courage it took Fraser to write such a song. Pressed to explain how he was able to achieve such an artistic achievement, Fraser is both telling and oracular: “Only the best things are done in love.”
Rather than a “comeback album,” Fraser describes “Naked…And Finally Free” as a “coming out” album: “coming out” of the shadows after a near decade-long silence, “coming out” about his sexuality and “coming out” with the unvarnished truth about himself and his place in the universe.
In terms of style, the album combines Fraser’s hard-rocking roots with Blues and African music – elements that bring Fraser to another level musically while not forgetting the past or what brought him to this moment as both a man and an artist.
Thank you Andy and best wishes. Hope you will participate in our celebration of learning and post a comment about a favorite teacher or memory from school.
Peace, John
“If I were not a physicist, I would probably be a musician. I often think in music. I live my daydreams in music. I see my life in terms of music. ... I get most joy in life out of music.”
Thanx so much Andy! There are some of your licks I am still working on after this time!... And I like all the music you produce. Bonne route, merci à bientôt, mon ami! Chris
Just a quick note (sort of a myspace round robin) to let people know there's a new song - Picturebook - on me profile. As always, any thoughts and comments are more than welcome.
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We’re very excited to tell you that soon you can see ‘When I Find the Ocean’ on the big screen!
Starting on May 11, 2009, Carmike Cinemas will be showing ‘When I Find the Ocean’ on over 90 screens nationwide. Check out our blog to see exactly where and to find out more info.
ANDY, THERE WAS MENTION ON YOUR PAGE HERE ABOUT A COUPLE OF CONSTANTS IN YOUR LIFE DURING TOUGH TIMES AND SO ON. WELL NEVER FORGET THAT YOU ARE CONSTATNLY APPRECIATED FOR YOUR WORK OVER THE YEARS. YOU ARE A PROLIFIC CREATOR AND AS A PERSON THAT HAS BEEN AROUND FOR A GOOD DEAL OF TIME AND ONE THAT HAS BEEN TRYING TO MASTER THE BLUES ROCK BASS AND THE ART OF ENTERTAINING, LET ME SAY THAT YOU ARE IN THE TOP THREE BASSMEN OF OUR ERA ALONG WITH MARTIN TURNER AND JACK BRUCE. THERE WERE OTHER GREATS TO BE CERTAIN, BUT IN MY BOOK, YOU ARE THE BEST. I SINCERELY HOPE THAT THIS MISSIVE FINDS YOU WELL AND FEELING POSITIVE. I TELL YOU SINCERELY THAT AS BAD AS THINGS MAY HAVE BEEN FOR YOU, THAT YOU BROUGHT LIGHT AND POSITIVITY INTO MY WORLD ON SO MANY OCCASIONS. YOU AND YOUR BAND MATES, ESPECIALLY IN FREE, WERE A CONSTANT SOURCE OF ENERGY, AND GOOD VIBES FOR ME WHEN THINGS WEREN'T SO GREAT FOR ME EITHER. YOU ARE LOVED ANDY AND I AM GRATEFUL FOR YOUR COURAGE AND DETERMINATION. YOU DON'T GET THROUGH THE HARD TIMES THAT YOU ENDURED WITHOUT COURAGE AND DETERMINATION. WELL, I'M THANKFUL THAT YOU ARE EXACTLY WHO YOU ARE MY FRIEND. KEEP ROCKING AND CREATING. YOUR LEGIONS OF FANS ARE A CONSTANT THAT YOU MAY CHOOSE TO REMEMBER NOW AND AGAIN IF YOU FEEL DOWN. YOU'VE GIVEN A GREAT DEAL TO AN AWFUL LOT OF PEOPLE THAT YOU MAY NEVER MEET. IT DOESN'T MAKE THE CONTRIBUTION ANY LESS IMPORTANT THOUGH MATE. THANKS ON BEHALF OF YOUR SUPPORTERS AND FOLLOWERS EVERYWHERE. YOU ARE A GREAT PLAYER AND AN INSPIRATIONAL WRITER. CHEERS, - THE FOGMAN, ZED HEAD.
Ever wondered what to do in the event of a nuclear threat?
A while ago I found stuff that inspired me to make this film:
Living Under the Shadow of the Nuclear Umbrella
Both artistic (ensure you get the background music!) and educational, it primarily comprises official British government civil defence advice.
Though source materials are quite aged, much remains relevant today.
I encourage all to visit the YouTube page to learn more (Show support! Rate! Comment!) and responsibly circulate as widely as possible, here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaIim3Rj7L4
Andy Fraser, FREE's legendary bass-player/writer and founding member, completes transition to singer/songwriter - a musician who brings his love of blues, rock, african world music and soul to this latest contemporary music.
In his new album "Naked... and finally free", Andy conveys a rare honesty as he shares his darkest moments, and the inspiration which leads him into understanding and upliftment, his passionate vocals weaving through rolling grooves with guest appearances by some of todays top musicians.
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HE'S BACK AND HE'S FREE
One of the most important musicians in one of the most important bands of the 1970’s is back.
Legendary FREE bassist and songwriter of one of rock’s all-time anthems “All Right Now,” Andy Fraser breaks a decade-long since with “Naked…And Finally Free,” an album that could’ve only been by a man who has been through a lifetime of setbacks in the past several years. He has suffered from AIDS, cancer, painful neck surgery and crushing depression along with the struggle to accept his sexuality. Throughout it all, the only constants for him have been music and love; forces that imbue “Naked…And Finally Free” with a rare spiritual power – to inspire, to uplift, and to heal.
On the album’s single and lead-off track “Healing Hands,” in particular, you hear the same artist that worked with Paul Rodgers and Paul Kossoff to give the world FREE’s iconic “All Right Now” coming to grips with forces beyond his control and affirming what truly matters in life.
Anyone who has ever been in a similar situation or yearned for something more from contemporary music will be moved by the fearless honesty and courage it took Fraser to write such a song. Pressed to explain how he was able to achieve such an artistic achievement, Fraser is both telling and oracular: “Only the best things are done in love.”
Rather than a “comeback album,” Fraser describes “Naked…And Finally Free” as a “coming out” album: “coming out” of the shadows after a near decade-long silence, “coming out” about his sexuality and “coming out” with the unvarnished truth about himself and his place in the universe.
In terms of style, the album combines Fraser’s hard-rocking roots with Blues and African music – elements that bring Fraser to another level musically while not forgetting the past or what brought him to this moment as both a man and an artist.
