New Single “I Know You Rider” Showcases Les Fradkin’s Rock Revival Style
“I Know You Rider” delivers melodic power, tight rhythm, and standout solos
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Les Fradkin is a guitarist, composer, and producer whose career bridges classic rock heritage with forward-thinking innovation. A longtime champion of MIDI guitar technology, Les has redefined what it means to be a solo instrumentalist in the digital age, using the Starr Labs Ztar to perform and compose with orchestral range and progressive ambition.
First known to many as George Harrison in the original Broadway cast of Beatlemania, Les quickly established himself as more than a tribute artist. His collaborations have included performances with surf rock pioneers The Ventures and songwriting credits for globally recognised artists such as Mireille Mathieu and Roberto Jordan. His ability to move fluidly between performance and composition has been a hallmark of his decades-long career.
Whether scoring sixteen chart-topping tracks on mp3.com during the early days of digital music or pushing the boundaries of modern progressive rock, Les Fradkin continues to evolve. His work reflects a rare combination of technical mastery, historical grounding, and a restless creative drive that keeps him at the edge of what’s possible in instrumental music.
'I Know You Rider' by Les Fradkin
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'I Know You Rider' by Les Fradkin 〰️
FEATURED RELEASE
I Know You Rider by Les Fradkin is out now and streaming on Bandcamp. Clocking in at just over three minutes and set at 134 bpm, the track opens with a 30-second instrumental section that sets a crisp, driving tone. Fradkin’s layered electric guitar work leads the way, supported by a tight rhythm section and a deep, melodic bass line that anchors the track from the outset.
Les’s confident and expressive vocal performance is front and centre, subtly enhanced by harmonised backing vocals that appear at key moments to elevate the dynamic range. A standout moment arrives at 2:03 with a harmonica solo by Greg Witchel, injecting a burst of raw, bluesy energy that plays off the guitar with fluid precision. As the single progresses, the arrangement remains focused and uncluttered, giving each instrument space to breathe.
Produced and arranged by Fradkin, the track features contributions from Paul Harris on Yamaha DX5 and Warren Odze on drums, rounding out a lineup that gives the traditional song a polished, modern edge. Originally a traditional composition, I Know You Rider is reimagined here through Fradkin’s signature lens, part retro revival, part forward momentum.
Released on May 8, 2025, by RRO Entertainment LLC, the single showcases the kind of meticulous production and performance that has defined Les Fradkin’s career. Stream it now on Bandcamp, and follow him for more upcoming releases.
