Peter Alexander
30 records available
Peter Alexander
With “Die süßesten Früchte”, the Austrian entertainer reached the top of the German singles charts for the first time in 1958, shaping the post-war Schlager repertoire. From the 1950s onwards, his versatility was evident in countless film and music productions, regularly featuring German-language versions of international hits. His extensive body of work also includes English-language recordings and special editions for foreign markets.
Peter Alexander – Background & Discography
Active between the 1950s and the late 1980s, Peter Alexander released numerous singles and albums, including well-known titles such as “Die kleine Kneipe”, “Der letzte Walzer” and “Hier ist ein Mensch”. His releases appeared mainly on German labels such as Polydor. In addition to German-language Schlager, he also produced English versions and appeared on television shows several times. Demand for his recordings remains steady, as many of his songs are considered classics of German-language Schlager.
Peter Alexander on vinyl – the key releases in our shop
In our shop, the Isadora 7" Single SUNG IN ENGLISH/ DIFFERENT COVER SPAIN (7'' Vinyl) and the Isadora 7" Single SUNG IN ENGLISH (7'' Vinyl) are two rare English-language editions, particularly relevant for collectors of international pressings. With Oh Mister Swoboda/ Die süssesten Früchte (7'' Vinyl), one of his early hit singles is also available, which established Alexander’s popularity in German-speaking countries.
Even decades after his active years, these records offer an overview of the breadth of Peter Alexander’s repertoire.
- Genre: Schlager
- Origin: Austria
- Active: 1950s to 1980s
- Notable: Numerous international language versions and television appearances
