Fred again..: 'Actual Life 3', Boiler Room, and Creative Process | Apple Music
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.ค. 2024
- British singer, songwriter, and producer, Fred again.. sits down with Zane Lowe in Los Angeles for an in-depth and personal conversation about his third album, ‘Actual Life 3 (January 1 - September 9 2022)’.
In this hour, Fred provides an unprecedented peek into his creative process and signature production style.
Fred talks about the titling convention, explaining that his albums have functioned as personal journals for him. Fred also touches on the importance of family, particularly in his latest record. The conversation reflects on Fred's rising popularity during the pandemic and the experience of playing live. Fred and Zane also discuss Fred's relationship with Brian Eno, and how the pair have helped one another grow as artists.
Listen to Fred again.. on Apple Music: www.apple.co/FredAgainZLYT
00:00 - The Importance of Family
12:19 - Relationship with Brian Eno
22:09 - Creating Freely
29:12 - Live Show Experience
36:55 - His Creative Process
46:20 - Being Present in the Moment
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Zane was the voice of radio for me when I was growing up. So to do my first in depth interview like this wit him was a total honour. 🙏❤🙏❤🙏❤
What a wonderful hour this is.
You deserve it all Fred!
You're genius
Thank you for being you and showing that through your music.❤️
Fred you are an absolute magician , touching and changing so many peoples lives . Such a beautiful man you are , thank you so so much for everything you do and I hope we get to meet you again . Bumped into you in Glasgow outside Sub club 🥲🧡 will never forget that moment . Seen you perform 3 times now and will Again In Hamburg ! 🥰
Your music is on another level and we listen to it nearly every day since we found you 🙏🏼
When Zane says "Don't stop, don't stop!" @39:24. Phoof. Speaking for every viewer in every way. This whole thing was pure joy.
Yeah man ....!!!! Can we please get a kinda jungle remix of that track....that would be awesome
Could have listened to that for an hour
just a huge eargasm
Pls make a song
Song name?!
Fred is a literal genius and is completely changing the music scene.. he’s something special. Unbelievably excited for AL3
How is he changing the music scene? Love his music too by the way
@@lepythagore3288 the meaning behind his music and the quality of each and every song is something not that many modern artists have in my opinion. The way he delivers his live performances by mixing it in and playing so much of it actually live. I really think he’s going to inspire a whole new generation of artists with his creativity. But that’s just my opinion and I’m very biased towards him hahahaha
@@robsawyer8784 Fair, I do think he's making cool music and has a distinct sound but I'm not really seeing how he's bringing something radically new to the table personally
@@lepythagore3288 what stands out to me is how intimate and raw a lot of his work feels. In a world where so much music (and media in general) is processed and manufactured, he's creating something that feels genuine & authentic that you can connect to on a more human level like nothing I've heard before.
@@tomford7012 absolutely spot on this, couldn’t agree more mate🙏🏻
It’s hard to put into words why I’m so drawn to his art. His music is so captivating and somehow feels inclusive. The energy and sense of community is really palpable. On a personal level his music just ticked so many boxes for me… this level of recognition is beyond deserved.
I love all of what you have said here.. couldn't agree more
the way you put it is really beautiful
Totally agree. It feels nostalgic and surreal. It makes me long for a time long ago even though I can't place what exactly I'm even missing, probably because that distant memory isn't even real, just like a dream.
What you said bro greatly put it +100
It's the authenticity for me. A breath of fresh air in the world of pressure, keeping up appearances and superficial conversations.He really seems to be iiving his best life
Zane is like that conversation you have in a random kitchen at 4am, with a stranger, who's now your soulmate, after you've double dropped and are levelling out
I know those moments.
Amazing moments in life. Cherish them!
The best moments
Ah memories
Human traffic
Fred is that once in a generation kind of guy. The way he uses dead vocal space to heighten the message of what he’s trying to say takes talent. Fred saved my life and I’ll forever owe that to him.
How on earth could he save your life 😅
@@observermanj8904 music is a powerful tool
@@observermanj8904 no point anyone answering this because if you ask it in the first place you clearly lack understanding and/or experience, to say the least.
@@observermanj8904 fred gave him open heart surgery
@@blueowl5704 fred makes decent tunes bro he’s not a doctor
The second half with Fred actually touching the equipment and breaking down his music was sublime. Zane I’d love for you to do more interviews like this. Conversations but also space for them to share and explain their music.
You’d do a beautiful job with a doc on Fred
^ this! Yes!
Tape Notes is where you wanna go.
I agree but most of the artists wouldn’t be able to articulate the production and compositional aspects of creating the sonics that goes into the creation process because they are not the ones performing and they have to maximize the person who’s names are on the marquee/selling tickets strengths.
@@TheRHSmanwhat’s tape notes? This comment piqued my interest
I don't want to be overly dramatic but I truly feel like this is one of the more important interviews in music.
If you don't want to be overly dramatic than why are you being overly dramatic
That's a bit over dramatic
Haha nah I’m good, I’ll stick with that statement.
@@lukemaclean4606 He makes mediocre dance music how is this the one of the most important interviews in music
@@zoid3515 mediocre? The only people that accuse others of that tend to be mediocre at best
We must protect this man at all costs
Yes we do🎉
And you by the looks of things 😍
what u gon do haillie
@@ilck-ym-blals7385 no kidding
@@Lgo559 ur mom
It’s crazy cos when he talks about himself he’s quiet tense and gets quiet nervous (judging from his body language) but the second he speaks about music the cups down and he’s regains that confidence and you can tell music does a lot of good for him and really helps him just as much as his music helps everyone else ❤️
That look at 41:55 is pure admiration and Zane knowing how special this moment right there is and what this beautiful human is creating right in front of him. What an incredible conversation (cause this is no ordinary interview, don't be mistaken!)
this moment was so beautiful!
It's just Lowe doing his usual David Brent schtick
@@alisa2650 fred again - Kyle ( i found you)
such a beautiful moment
I cried so hard in this moment, to be able to experience somebody like Fred and this gift that he has makes me so appreciative
That legendary moment starts at 38:46
Is the first beat he performs a real song or was that freestyles?
@@916bidness A bit of both. It's essentially remixing his song "Lights Out".
Plot twist. The entire video is legendary for music haha
Is this a track
This man is a wordly treasure. How lucky are we to live at the same time as him and his music? Went from not knowing who he was 2 months ago to listening to him for at least a half hour a day every day since the boiler room set went live.
That Boiler Room set was absolute fire!
Same!!
same
same same
Same. It was such pure joy set and a *much* more interesting crowd in the front for sure. Those Kiwis tho ...lol
crying because of the joy he feels when he does this. THIS IS WHAT MUSIC SHOULD MAKE YOU FEEL. pure love, pure emotion. He embodies passion more than anyone I’ve ever witnessed in this industry.
Fred is pure and the environment he creates exudes nothing but that: Purity and ecstatic connection. He's given us hope and a galvanizing sonic community during such a time of reckoning, personally and collectively. Weirdly enough, last night I had a dream I hung out with him. He sat me down and played some of his new music and asked what I thought. I woke up aching that it wasn't "actual life". Glad I have this video to pretend I'm Zane Lowe to haha See you guys at Fred's next NYC party!
He’s like the polar opposite of artists who write a song and hardly ever listen to/ play them again. He constantly revisits and re works pieces. Truly unique and intriguing!
You can't not love this dude. Thank you for coming into our lives Fred!
41:50 just seeing zane absolutely mesmerized by fred's talent is such a beautiful thing to see, when he looks at fred you can tell he really is looking at a masterpiece.
Fred again - Kyle ( i found you)
41:54, the way Zane looks at you is some pure appreciation and admiration of watching you play❤
You can see at 41:58 when Zane realizes just how special Fred is and what amazing creative prowess he is bringing to the music scene
"you can't make projects called 'Actual Life,' and then get mad when actual life presents itself" 👏👏👏❤❤❤
beautiful quote and the perfect summation of the Boiler Room set. Part of the magic that is Fred again..
this entire interview was so inspiring and moving. i discovered Fred around last year and have been so incredibly in love with the way he produces and samples his songs. hearing him explain this entire thing and the different stories behind his music was beautiful. i could tell he was a bit nervous in the beginning, probably because he's never done such a big interview before but he did such a great job and i loved every bit of this conversation. i'm now taking in all the things he said. thank you Zane for interviewing Fred. i cannot wait to see him live in berlin this november. this show will probably be a very emotional one for me! much love
Have loved Fred Again.. for some time now. Love to see him getting the recognition he deserves. Truly an insanely talented artist.
41:29 As someone who has been fortunate to see him live… this part gives me chills. You can just tell by Zanes reaction…
I can only wish everyone who is a fan of his music gets the chance to. This guy is something special.
Biiiiig big love.
Thank you Fred!
one of the greatest interviews ive ever witnessed honestly, zane lowe is a gift to the collective creative community. such a compassionate and empathetic guide on conversations that can only be had when you really feel like what you're sharing is being understood, appreciated, and unjudged. love this man so much
I literally only stumbled across Fred in the last few weeks and it's blowing my mind seeing how much thought and introspection he has for the music and his way of creative thinking. Fascinating and inspiring!
Don't know why, but this video made me cry. I adore it when I see people so passionate about their craft and go the extra mile to inspire others, like Fred does.
Needed this video, truly
I loved when Fred talked about making music in a club using headphones with noise cancellation and then shutting everything out yet being able to observe everything so beautifully.
I did this at a festival I attended a few weeks ago. I was honestly not having the best night. I was trying to find my friends in a different camp but being too drunk and tired I ultimately just gave up and thought to myself I had to head home for the night and come back tomorrow. So for the first time ever during a festival I put on my headphones, pumped the volume all the way up, and put on Delilah (pull me out of this). Ironically that was probably the moment I remember the most from that 7-day festival. I felt like I became one with the music and my whole body just wanted to move. Walking through that festival alone and observing my surroundings while listening to Fred was just so incredibly beautiful - like I felt like I was in a movie.
Thank you Fred for blessing us with your art
This has to be one of the best interviews I’ve seen in a long time. I was left in tears at the end. Thank you Fred and Zane.
I come back just to listen to 55:40 whenever I am having a rough day. Thank you Fred.
My AL3 vinyl just shipped today, so excited for it.
This man is really drawing me in, I love the vibes, I love the depth, the titles "Actual Life" really summarises what all those samples are about, it's emotional, it's reflective, it makes you fall into it. Fred man, you're a star dude, loving your work!
The way Zane looks at Fred 41:56 speaks volumes of the levels of astonishment and respect he has for him
I love Fred so so so much. He’s so authentic and emotionally tapped in. His music truly highlights what it means to be a human experiencing life
He makes ZERO sense and COMPLETE sense at the same time! Legend!
17:08 I am obsessed with the thought of keeping that childlike enthusiasm alive. The world has many unique and unknown things that invoke emotions in us. A kid is not thinking about how x will help me to do y. A kid is just experiencing that moment and emotion in its full glory. I can definitely feel this captured and expressed in Fred's music.
Fred has taken the most pivotal step of his life by owning his music & unleashing his talent as his own. I think he clearly has a unique personality and he probably recently understood that this fact, in fact, does well for an artist’s public image.
Good ol Fred. One of the true gems of our generation of music. I think a lot of people can relate with this, but both your albums helped me through some really, really rough times. What a great human and musician. We cherish the gift you have given us.
Those 58 minutes felt like another world, especially those last 2 mins. Thankyou Zane and thankyou Fred.
When I listen to Fred, he pulls the most intense emotions out of my soul. Always releasing, enlightening and purifying. Such authenticity and substance. Around 6:15 he puts into words exactly how his music makes me feel- “Taking life’s fleeting moments and trying to expose as much beauty as is -in them. Like watching a hummingbird in slow motion, a whole new emotional framing.”
How perfect to have you two sitting down together - Fred, your music changed my life❤
i listened to the last speech twice because i couldn't believe what i was listening to. all of this interview is pure magic. i started to listen and know about fred this last two months and he is making me feels thing about music that i've never felt. this guy is literally changing the industry
For those who understand what your witnessing, we’re so lucky to have this magician in our life time
No words can accurately describe the love I have for this man, his mind and music. Nothing has provoked such a variety of emotions in me as Fred’s music and energy has. The best part about it all is that I don’t think he even realises how good he is and why he is so loved, he’s just doing what he enjoys. 💙
Spot on! Feel the same… the emotion, the connection you feel… he’s really got something special. I’m blown away by him as a person too. I just want to have a few beers with him for an hour! Actual Life complete ❤️💛💙
We are immeasurably grateful for you. I can't possibly put in to words how much your music has helped me, life's been tough recently, it's helped lift my spirits.
His ability to draw from his own emotional experiences, all of it, and communicate that in such a life affirming way through his music, is unparalelled. Beautiful Stephen Colbert quote at the end, to feel gratitude for *all* of life’s experiences … this guy is wise beyond his years, like a Buddha ✨✨✨
been obsessed with music since forever, have used it as a mental lifeline as much as a career path, and I've never come across works that have moved me as much as Fred again's have.. truly life changing for me
I believe, someone should write a book about Fred’s technicalities for future generations to understanding Music Integration
Still riding the high on life from getting to see/meet him earlier this month. This man and his work are true treasures of our time and I'm grateful to be a part of it.
Thank you for all your beautiful contributions Fred, may you shine in greatness as bright as you deserve.
Is that him in ur pfp?
Fred is a breath of fresh air in modern music 🙌🙏
fred is what it means to immortalize a person, place, and thing into the sound of music. incredible soul.
That Stephen Colbert speech at the end with the Brian Eno drones in the background was utterly mesmerizing.
do you know where to find the one he's playing? can't find this only whole speech without this music
@@eofvib3 I am also looking, and can't find it on TH-cam. Maybe it was a TikTok? Please let me know if you find it.
@@eofvib3 I'm late to the question, but I recognised the other voice was Anderson Cooper and found it by searching "Stephen Colbert Anderson Cooper Suffering"
As a person who discovered Fred Again via the boiler room set, it’s talked about in the last part of the video. Around 46:00 in the “Being Present in the Moment” part. 👍🏽👍🏽
That two minute speech at the end is exactly what I think when I’m in the supermarket ( weirdly specific) going down the escalator and I can’t put it into words. It’s like I’m greatful those things happened around me and to me because it means I can understand people more so than others and you have a more deeper connection to life even though it comes with stress like anxieties- it is counteracted with the ability to relate to others and see through people and read how they are feeling( emphasise) quite easily.
Zane, it is a true gift for you to have captured something so special through this interview. The way you both interacted through conversation on the couch is something I search for everyday. It wasn’t only an interview. It wasn’t hard to see the emotions bouncing off the walls through every next question you presented. More than conversation, what you were able to put into just 1 hour of time has me deep in thought and inspired…almost as much as when I listen to the newest drop from Fred. 😂 the way you and Fred interact makes me desire so much to share that kind of interaction but I know those times are to come in my own life. Thank you for creating this piece of art, I’m sure I will be viewing it over and over again!
The greatest. Grateful to have been on this journey and to witness this magic!! Love you Fred
This guy man.
So unique. So talented. I’ve never felt emotion the way I do when I hear his music
58 mins of being speechless, having goosebumps and feeling inspired. Thanks Fred and Zane! LOVE! ❤️💙🙏🏼
He’s so down to earth which is so refreshing for someone so talented to be. One of the worlds best producers
I’ve never smiled so much watching two people talk. Thank you both.
One of the most inspiring talks I've ever heard. I now realise why Fred has resonated with me ever since I first started picking up his songs and performances... thank you for being such an inspiration and thank you Zane for creating such an intimate atmosphere.
Didn’t want the creative process part to end. The story telling and music is incredible
Actual Life 1 literally changed my life. There’s just something different about Fred’s music. Something we can’t quite explain but are all aware of
that boiler room set is so beautiful.. the amazing songs and having the people so close + fred performing, i love it.. its love in a video, wish i was there.
One of the best interviews I have watched to-date. Felt like I was in the room with them. The conversation beautifully flows and I feel that sense of connection, and for once I totally understand the emotions from other side of the screen. Grateful to be living in a time as Fred, to not just know his music but to also know his character and his love for the craft. To know tiny details of his life has definitely been a life changing experience for me. He inspires me to love what I do without being hard on myself but to only enjoy and grow.
moves me to tears this guy is so pure
Zane’s facial expression at 41:55 captures everything you need to know about this interview
This is the comment I was looking for! 💯
Fred again - Kyle (I found you)
so grateful we get to have these amazing interviews available to us for free
Two artists speak to my soul. Ben Howard, and now luckily Fred Again has added to that list. I don't even want it explaining, I just enjoy it beyond belief. What a man!
Didn’t expect to see Benny boi’s name here! On the same page my man
Fred you are so talented! I’m so grateful for you and for the music 💙
Fred is such a gift, his music is something that i needed my whole life and im glad to have discovered him in the beginning. good things are happening here
Watching this, then rewatching the epic boiler room set makes you appreciate how amazing this guy is. Unreal, literally feel the journey even more now… legend.
The way he describes his approach, trying to capture those fleeting special moments and stretch them out for as long as possible is so accurate. The inexplicable feeling you get when you hear his music is so rare yet happens every time I play it. Beautiful, special talent.
What a kind soul
The way Fred uses these “drones” notes an voices makes it feel so familiar, relatable, and in some way intrusive to your feelings the songs feel part of you in the moment, I got lost in my thoughts, kind of like in the chaos I found you, I’ve been lost, put you loving arms around me and in the end I adore you (me)
Powerful interview. Don't usually feel emotions beyond inspiration when watching one but this was different. Thank you Fred for the vulnerability and Zane for creating that space 🙏
this almost feels like free therapy in a weird way, these two are incredible
Fred took me to one of the worst months of my life. I thank him for all he's done and I hope I will sometime in the future him live!
Zane interviews never fail because he connects with the artist on a different level it doesn’t feel like an interview just a chilled out conversation between two people! I would love to see Fred again live❤ I’ve only discovered him recently and I am so lucky that I did. He brings my faith in house/ dance music back. He is incredible! ❤
I love this interview! I genuinely feel so connected to his music and what he expresses. Fred Again's music hits me deeply, It's like he's speaking right to your soul through the speakers, making his music more than just a sound - it's an experience. What an amazing artist, I'm so glad I get to live his development and upcoming tracks!!!
Legit one of the best artists to come out in years. The relaxed power he transmits is heartblowing
Zane's facial expressions at 39:10 lol. yeah bro, that's how we all feel.
Need a full version of that dayum
tell me about it!!!! sounds like jungle drum and bass and it’s filthy face hard 🔥🔥
This man is a genuine talent. Combine that with his dedication to his craft and you've got someone who comes along once in a generation.
Not only that, he is humble, kind and a great listener - which i think informs his music.
People like him (not just musicians) can change people's lives.
They radiate kindness and their energy is revitalising.
Watching him talk with Zane inspires me to keep creating and to be kind and humble wherever I go.
Thank you Fred and Zane, for this absolute belter of an interview.
Zane's face at 39:07 is a mixture of astonishment and euphoria and shock
The way he takes vocal samples and merges them into a track he writes from scratch is insane
Absolutely loved this. Thank you for bringing it to us.
What an artist. The bit where he started playing Romi. I just closed my eyes and listened on. I didn’t want it to end. Hoping to see Fred Again love some day. It’s going to be epic!
protect this boy at all costs
Jamming out/finger drumming is so much fun. The pure bliss of finding the little parts of vocals that just hit that pocket, and give you a dopamine release 🥴
Fred Again has been one of my most fav artist this year. Please keep up the great work!
The interview was mesmerizing from one end to another! So was I when I first heard about Fred, got so much on mu ethical criteria and also about sensitive creativity! All attention is well deserved, Fred! And the feeling that I knew you and there is some common values was just confirmed. It feels great to find that amount of passion. Lovely interview!
Love this guy, so talented
Fred again ist music from the people for the people.
I am so grateful to have found this. Fred again is not only a genius but an incredible human💕
Hadn't finished the interview yet and the interview he played at the end got me...wow!!! ❤
Fred you are an absolute magician , touching and changing so many peoples lives . Such a beautiful man you are , thank you so so much for everything you do and I hope we get to meet you again .
We Bumped into you in Glasgow outside the Sub club 🥲🧡 will never forget that moment . Seen you perform 3 times now and will Again In Hamburg ! 🥰 your music is on another level and we listen to it nearly every day since we found you 🙏🏼
Love this series Zane and Fred again is so so sick i have his boiler room on repeat daily!
It's amazing when he first starts playing. And Zane let's out a little smile. Because Zane knows this guy is something very special. But he also doesn't realize he is a musical genius
These 2 have such great chemistry, I could listen to them both for days
I love you Fred !
I fully expect a song called "Zane (how much of it is for us)" from Fred next.
When zane says that in a strange way rappers or singers are manifesting there reality through song, it’s because they are seeing and feeling what they are channeling at that moment and in that moment there hearts are open and their energy field is open to receive so that’s a message sent out into the universe amplified with emotion and speech 🙏🏼 beautiful