Manfred Mann to Hit 28 German Stages at Age 85
He has been on stage for six decades. Now, the South African Jew will be back in the Federal Republic for an extensive tour in several parts. In a recent interview, he talked about the difference between musicians and used car salesmen as well as about his "tribal connection".
Manfred Sepse Lubowitz, born to Jewish Lithuanian parents in South Africa, overcame Apartheid-era obstacles to become a globally renowned musician at 85. Initially an Apartheid critic, his South African upbringing shaped his music career. After leaving for Britain in 1961, Lubowitz found success under the pseudonym Manfred Mann, responsible for hits such as Bruce Springsteen's "Blinded by the Light."
Despite commercial success, Lubowitz admitted to no nostalgia for his sixties experiences, criticizing musicians as no more interesting than used car salesmen. Throughout the decades, he formed multiple bands, including the Mann-Hugg Blues Brothers, Manfred Mann, and Manfred Mann Chapter Three. The band's experimental Jazz-Rock style kept Lubowitz engaged as he played solos and improvised on stage.
Manfred Mann's Earth Band, founded later, produced hits like "Spirit in the Night" and "Davy’s on the Road Again." While his German audience's clapping pattern differs from Americans, Lubowitz maintains focus on music quality and audience expectations. At 85, the Rock star continues performing in Germany, including a September 12th show in Hanau with 28 more gigs scheduled across the country.
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