At first glance, it seems extremely strange, even a little disconcerting, what a project the young musician Christoph Enderlein has created with his first album, "My Friend." But a closer look reveals a great deal of passion and a long history behind this project. The 24-year-old from Potsdam dedicates his record to the actor, dubbing artist, and radio play speaker Edgar Ott, whose voice had a decisive influence not only on Enderlein's childhood, but on the entire generation. Ott voiced countless cartoon and radio play characters that are still well-known and loved by children, adolescents, and the young at heart. One of these served as the catalyst for Christoph Enderlein's album's core message when creating "My Friend": Whatever is important to you, keep it alive and pursue your passion.
With a total of nine songs, which he recorded in his parents' house and in his bedroom at home, Enderlein, using Edgar Ott as an example, draws attention to the underestimated role of the speaker's guild in Germany and the often forgotten emotional component of the human voice. Musically, he follows the established path of the singer/songwriter - his pieces are carried by guitar, piano and vocals. But classic folk elements, such as the banjo, also appear in his music. He calls the style of music he plays "Singing and Playing", and thus always keeps new paths open for future projects. But one thing is certain - Christoph Enderlein will not stray from the path of passion and dedication that he undoubtedly embarked on with his debut album, even in his future musical journeys.
01 Waited For You
02 Arouse Me
03 Devil's Oak
04 Fly With Me
05 Steady Like You
06 Deep Blue Water
07 Summer Swing
08 Leila
09 Guide Us Home
