Fendrich's 70th birthday: A homage to Vienna's multiculture in Favoriten!

Fendrich's 70th birthday: A homage to Vienna's multiculture in Favoriten!

Rainhard Fendrich, the well-known Austropop star, turns 70 on February 27th and is celebrating another remarkable chapter in his career. In an interview with oe24 Fendrich highlights his home district of Favoriten, where he has lived for years. "I haven't had a knife attack. And I have to be honest, the foreigners who are there are sometimes friendlier than the Viennese," he explains, describing his environment as "earthy" and multicultural. He even makes a comparison and describes the 10th district as the “Bronx of Vienna”, thereby showing his connection to the district.

Fendrich, known for his hits such as “I Am from Austria”, also continues to be musically active. His new album “Wimpernschlag” has been available since the end of January and will be celebrated with two concerts in the Wiener Stadthalle on April 25th and May 16th. A discussion about his person and his role in the Austrian music scene takes place at The Gap where various cultural workers share their thoughts on his work. At the same time, his influence on national culture and the challenges he has had to endure as a public figure in the past are highlighted.

With his unmistakable style, Fendrich has shaped the Austrian music landscape since the 1980s. His lyrics are often profound and reflect both personal and social issues, which has kept him involved in discussions about his artistic integrity and the value of his music. His upcoming 70th birthday is therefore seen not only as a celebration of his musical achievements, but also as an opportunity to honor Fendrich's legacy and impact in Austrian culture.