KevOnStage Interviews: Fred Hammond |

[@bryantolbert8851]

I don't think Kev really knows how monumental this interview really is, at least for us 90s babies.

[@michellegaut1459]

Amen and Amen same here 🙏☺️👏❤️

[@djlarrysouldtd]

I remember when the Winans, Commissioned came out in the 80s

[@gqhall8791]

Big facts

[@lttlsweetteeful]

The 80's babies too

[@leopoldwhylie5076]

Speak these things!!!

[@TreniaP]

Fred's high school days should be turned into a movie or series. So many greats came out of that era. The amen corner, indeed.

[@christellefrancios2038]

✍🏾✍🏾✍🏾✍🏾📖📖

[@pamjacque8640]

Right!

[@JMSmithMusic]

No lie! That is the first thing I thought 💭

[@lorenzo5811]

Absolutely!!!!!

[@trueson5351]

For sure!!!

[@nikil.502]

I cannot imagine my life without Fred's music. I listen to his music almost everyday. So many songs that have made me cry over the years. So many songs that I've worshipped to. Thank you for this interview and thank you, Fred, for your music.

[@tamrichmondlr]

I remember sitting through rehearsals with The Winans and even went to Fred's house when I was a kid. My dad was a bass player for the Winans and Fred so this video was like walking down memory lane. I love it!!! Thank you Kev!

[@thetenthltr]

Friiieeeenndd!!! We need to be BFFs🤣 You lived my dream childhood ❣️❣️

[@King_Mic]

You need an unsung

[@jali276]

Fred's voice is everything! I need him to start narrating books his voice will be good for that also, so soothing!

[@glencro]

What a walk down memory lane. I remember those December concerts with The Testimonial Singers (aka Winans) and Winans Pt II (BeBe,CeCe,Vickie, Daniel & Marvie,who is Earl J Wright’s sister). The early days of Commissioned and that Detroit gospel era during those days was untouchable.

[@tylynn256]

That must have been a great experience being in that atmosphere

[@marquittamone]

Fred Hammond and Kirk Franklin’s music have been monumental in my faith walk. I so appreciate these interviews Kev! 👏🏾🙌🏾👏🏾

[@michellegaut1459]

Amen and Amen same here 🙏☺️👏❤️

[@prettysmile777]

Kev, there's no way you can truly understand how much of a jewel these moments will be to the history and culture of gospel music. Thank you. THIS was a PHENOMENAL interview...so rich!

[@miawoodsmm]

I know right!

[@BFFiong]

💯

[@michellegaut1459]

Blessings to you and your family ❤️🙂🙏👏 Love Faith and Hope as well.

[@michellegaut1459]

Amen and Amen same here say that please 🙏👏❤️🙂

[@ConcreteRose0219US]

I really enjoyed this interview with Fred Hammond!!! I got some of his CD’s, he was one of the first gospel artist CD I bought!!!😊🙏🏽❤️👍🏽

[@MsDeeAnn]

Kevin!!!! You have tapped into your sweet spot with these interviews. If you get Uncle John (P Kee) on...mannnnnnn!!! Don't stop these interviews because you taking us back. Spotify is going to be blowing up because of these interviews. ❤️ it!!!

[@beauphomasterpiece3795]

If he get John p kee .. I’m watching this on my big screen

[@MsDeeAnn]

@@beauphomasterpiece3795 listen though...me and you both sis.

[@AlieshiaTV]

Okay John p kee!!

[@CDM591]

Gotta get John P Kee.

[@joysgreenthumb]

A LIVE in STUDIO with JOHN P KEE!! Yes and we thank you Big God!

[@4knewt505]

This is how you know Kev is walking in his calling. His obedience is paying off to all of us who love our gospel heritage. God is faithful still 💚 Also Fred's COVID performance is like no others!

[@michellegaut1459]

Amen and Amen same here 🙏☺️👏❤️

[@michellegaut1459]

Amen and Amen 🙏👏❤️🙂 same here

[@loveherstuff]

LOL cracking up at him not being bothered at all by the repetitiveness of "Blessed" in church, because of those royalty checks. I love when he just busts into a song like it's nothing. Sidenote: I have been wanting to hear these types of interviews with our gospel legends, love, love, love #ComingtotheStage!!!

[@4knewt505]

My 18 year old just sung Blessed for Praise and Worship last Sunday😆

[@EbonynoIvory]

"What do you want?" "Don't call me no mo'" 😭😂😂😂

[@damiaw78]

That took me out!!! I can hear him saying it, and I can see Marvin's sarcastic facial expressions.😂😂😂

[@melissaholmes8445]

The fact that Kev is fan girling on the low and Fred is so excited he wanted to hear all the thing and totally indulged the fan girl Is the best thing I have seen in year.

[@williamgolston5399]

*Fanboy

[@melissaholmes8445]

@@williamgolston5399 meh. He is a fanboy HOWEVER he was fangirling the verb. Lol

[@d33kg9]

“Fan girling “ is a bit much…

[@melissaholmes8445]

@@d33kg9 honestly it's the actual term. I'm not one to ever mean offense. I made a funny comment. That was my only intention. Thanks.

[@msmilesftw]

@melissa Holmes so true! This was GREAT! 😊

[@rhondavargas1574]

This is one of the greatest things I have ever seen! Fred Hammond is EVERYTHING!!! Thank you so much for this interview!!!

[@melliemel32]

JESUS is everything, but yes! Fred is my booooy!

[@MrJuanno42]

‘Running Back To You’ will forever be my favorite song! Fred’s music will never die!

[@camillewinfield-newton2418]

Oh man, just thinking about that song made me want to just bust out and cry. Lol

[@camillewinfield-newton2418]

That’s one of them songs you do not listen to when you’re driving… You gone mess around and have a wreck. Lol

[@MrJuanno42]

@@camillewinfield-newton2418 haha I’ve gotten pulled over by the police listening to that song a time or two! That song and Andy Mineo’s ‘Clarity’ speaks to me like no other song in existence!

[@DeloneyCunningham]

He blew my mind when he said what it was about 😳🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bolumstar]

Still plays it till date... ❤

[@EbonynoIvory]

Fred: Keith and Carl were clean, very clean. Mitchell and I we're heathens we had to speak it into existence. 😭😂💀

[@DeloneyCunningham]

I was dead when Fred said: you know it's about fornication! 😳💀🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@DRLEWIS]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😳😳😳

[@breeskilove4817]

Fred Hammond is probably the one Gospel artist that has impacted my praise and worship more than any other! Fred and RFC came to Fort Wayne to my home church, shifted me forever. Then his Mom Mildred came and ministered the Word. My walk with Christ has never been the same. The anointing on his life has cost him but we are all better because he said yes to God. Thanks Kev. This was a fantastic interview.

[@Rashaadthegr8]

What's RFC?

[@ArlisaSThomas]

@@Rashaadthegr8 Radical For Christ I believe and his choir

[@NayRich]

Kev sitting down with gospel legends. Keep ‘em coming! Sooo dope! Fred’s music got me through and encouraged me in some of my lowest points. Thank you so much Sir for your contribution to music and for sharing your amazing gift with the world.

[@LaughforDays]

This is the best interview ever. I feel like a little kid full of excitement with some popcorn.🍿I know Kev is screaming inside. 😅

[@loriwalker3265]

totally agree...I said this the entire interview

[@BeesOnMars]

Yes!!!

[@Shes_a_Jordan]

I had nooooo idea Fred Hammond was this funny!!! It was also so nice to hear his story.

[@camillewinfield-newton2418]

I have really enjoyed hearing the gospel singers on coming to the stage. I grew up listening to Fred Hammond, it would be amazing if we had Pastor John P Kee on here. :-)

[@4knewt505]

Then they could make some grits together

[@camillewinfield-newton2418]

@@4knewt505 lol right? Because you know, sugar don’t go on grits… If you ask Pastor John P Kee. But personally, I like grits either way, either with sugar, or with just butter. Or butter and sugar…

[@BeesOnMars]

YES PLEASE!!!

[@ArlisaSThomas]

@@4knewt505 only salt no sugar lol

[@CrownedByDNA]

Omg 🥹❤️ thank you so much for this.

[@MsLavelle76]

I have 3 sons and I played Fred Hammond during my pregnancies. And Jesus be a fence was my delivery song. Thank you for blessing me with your words. I so loved this interview. Omg. I am googling every song. I can hear the hooks and all from the songs.

[@CultivatingSAM]

I have 2 sons and I played Fred Hammond albums for both pregnancies❤❤❤

[@Keturah-Abigail1]

😂😂😂😂 @16:32 His whole family fasting and praying for him to play with The Winans 😂😂😂😂

[@jonidantzler6052]

“I don’t wanna hear nothing bout the Lord right now”- I’ve been there. Real statement

[@Christian80806]

You’re journalism skills are flourishing. These videos are ingenious to let the artists tell their stories without limits. These will be award winning some day

[@jodeemapoe9032]

He has grown in leaps and bounds with his interviewing skills.

[@florellbrown5099]

This was so informative this man is a genius I love this I am such a huge fan of his music my gawddddd today Kevin Frederick's this was a boss move I love this interview Mr Hammond you are hilarious and still a genius at the same time thank you for blessing us with your anointing your talents gifts Kevin you and your family stay blessed💜🙏

[@kennethderrickson8840]

“Don’t call me no more.” Cold blooded 😂🤣😂

[@BBT609]

FRED 🔥🔥🔥🔥 I now see why RFC was so FIYAAAA This was such a RICH and solid interview. Kev you REALLY swinging hard with these vids 🔥🔥

[@patriciagordon7706]

Since thou hast walked uprightly as a light in a dark land. Since thou hast placed in thine heart all the Lord's commands. He set thee above nations and cast thy enemies away. He's standing up within thee, so let me hear you say... We're blessed in the city 🙂

[@shawnyarbrough2642]

Another one of my all time favorite gospel artists. Kev these Coming to the Stage interviews are wonderful 💜

[@LADYDIVAful]

OMG! Fred Hammond is the culture’s heartstring. I used to work in THE HOOD, and on every street, COMMISSIONED sounds were plugged into America. Tis So Sweet was the JAM!🤍🤍🤍 Big ups to Fred for confirming; there’s NOTHING new under the sun. We simply HIJACK & BORROW from others.

[@claireadekanye]

This interview was so EPIC! I listened the whole way through! The backstories were gold! I didn’t want it to end! Fred really is a great musician, writer, composer etc!! It’s amazing to hear how God orchestrated his steps from high school, to Commission and to his solo ministry.

[@vc9732]

My heart was softened to God and Love through Fred’s music. The ordinary just won’t do! In spirit and and in heart

[@mayacrosby8145]

C'mon and connect them dots Uncle Fred!!! He is killing with the R&B bridges!!

[@eri_nique]

No Weapon was a freestyle!? Woooow. This entire interview is 🤌🏽.

[@nettas5437]

"Let's tell our problems about Jesus." Fred Hammond. Wow 🙌🏾!!! Another awesome interview!

[@hesroygolden]

@KevOnStage keep them coming! I love these! Between Terrell, Kirk and now Fred I’m gonna get more blessing that I done got from church all pandemic!

[@deloresjonestv972]

I prayed and asked God to cover and protect and connect with my son, who was turned off by church folks. Recently, my son told me that he remembered when he was a little boy, and I always played Fred Hammond. The song "My Heart is For You Lord" ministered to my son, and he had an encounter with God. Hallelujah!!! Seeing the smile on my son's face, hearing the excitement in his voice, and witnessing the joy of the Lord in his testimony and conversation moved me to tears and gratitude! My son believes and knows that God loves him and that he has given his heart to God! Thank God for Fred Hammond and his ministy.

[@Melanated.Royal.Queen24]

Fred Hammond has been my all time favorite singer since I can remember so THIS. WAS. EVERYTHING!!!!

[@MarcClarke]

YO! This is the BEST! Great job Kev Great job Fred! that kiss, lol....

[@Passion84GodAlways]

THE ONE & ONLY FRED HAMMOND!!! 🎬👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@fromfeartofaith8491]

As a 59 year old commissioned fan from waaay back, this is the best and most meaningful interview I’ve seen. The music history and personal testimony behind this brother is past impressive. The music of commissioned brought me through a many days and the living legend still inspires. Keep up the work.

[@Theo-xh3nt]

The Winans, Commissioned, and Fred Hammond RFC among others was a tremendous blessing to me back in the day. Thank GOD all of those groups were obedient to GOD. I still listen to those groups today, it takes me down memory lane. Their songs, I will forever be grateful for their spiritual gifts.

[@monicaw.3384]

This was such a good interview. Mind blown by the history and process shared in making his hit songs 🤯🙆🏽‍♀️😳

[@jodeemapoe9032]

As a child my mom was the youth choir mistress and she LOVED Fred Hammond's music. Such good memories come up when I hear his older songs

[@mtb6069]

This interview was EVERYTHING! Commissioned and Fred Hammond were my favorite since I was 11 years old! I listened to "No Way, You Won't Lose" walking around campus to my finals in college. I love Fred's music❤ Thanks for this!

[@Keturah-Abigail1]

Y’all this was hands down my absolute favorite interview!! Not taking away from all the interviews Kev did with others, but this was so rich and intriguing! My jaws hurt from cheesing the entire time! No skipping forward because the interview was dry or boring.. none of that! Commissioned has always been my favorite singing group and from them came Dawkins and Dawkins another favorite of mines…. You nailed this one Kevonstage…THANK YOU🙏🏾

[@kameronloftman4807]

This is so great Kev. I'm loving these interviews. "Don't worry bout us We listening!!!"

[@deidreej]

My first gospel concert was Fred Hammond and Kirk Franklin. I didn't know Fred by name but knew him from Commission. The first song he sang, this is back in the 90's was Glory to Glory. I fell in love then and I'm still in love now. His voice has always been so pure. I'm just a fan. And to hear the stories on how the songs came about; and how he left Commission, WOW! 🙌🙌🙌🙌 Kevin, this is my favorite interview you have done next to Kirk Franklin! Thanks for sharing. 💐🦋🌹

[@peytonwright5346]

Good evening Kev, I almost bypassed this interview, but I'm so thankful that I didn't. Thank you for such an insightful and informative session. And, Fred, thank you so much for allowing us to peep behind the curtain and learn more about how you've learned to trust in God. I'm a big fan of your music and look forward to hearing more. May God continue to bless both of you. ❤

[@realestaterhonda663]

Fred is absolutely my favorite gospel artist. Thanks Kev!

[@kanitamcgahee3080]

Thank you for the interview, Fred was in his bag for years and all those albums were it for me!! 90's and early 2000's...

[@mjgary6959]

Him saying he didn’t like music theory just made me so happy, one of the greats understand 😭

[@samuelmilord9719]

Meant to play this in the background while cleaning and ended up sitting down caught up in every story and moment. Amazing interview! Fred is one of my inspirations! Thanks for bringing another great one to us Kevi! Time to finish cleaning, now with some Fred Hammond tunes 🎶🎶

[@shondafinley5502]

This INTERVIEW is BOMB 🔥 🔥! Fred knows how to truly tell a GREAT story and express himself. And his memory is AMAZING. God bless YOU both!

[@Rize_Inn]

"statute of limitations" 😃 Great stories and life lessons.

[@saintc7790]

Kev, I happen to love gospel music and k-pop, have for most of my life. And, that comparison you made about the outfits/fashion is so cool and thoughtful- I have several k-pop album covers that I thought of to compare to the first Commissioned cover. Fred Hammond's music had an influence on church in South Korea, so, that could've very well manifested inspiration! Beautiful interview.

[@kaunagora6656]

Fred Hammond is a wonderful story teller. I could listen to his stories all day.

[@sistersinthenameofchristin8463]

I look forward to these Coming to the Stage interviews!!!! Kev, you have started something now! We can’t get enough…. Keep bringing us the best of the best !

[@omarjones7415]

This is crazy. I have been waiting since 1990 to hear this story. If they ever do 1 last tour, I'm in at least 3 cities!!!!!!! Good job, KEV!!!!!!

[@EdMcCraeMusic]

I have already watched this at least 4 times on Patreon, and I'm about to watch it again. Amazing interview with my favorite artist!

[@LCtrugrit]

Excellent conversation. "What up doe!" Sending Love from Detroit.

[@Awnfire4God]

This was one of the best interviews with Fred so real and raw and he gave so many shocking ways he made music😂😂😂

[@betterthanyaaverage...1036]

Fred is on my list of ALL TIME GOATS of music period! To hear these back stories of the songs... Kev can you talk to Fred about doing a deeper dive on some of the songs? The production, writing, vocal arrangement for us music nerds...

[@Tr3pleDosesD]

I am Kevin in this interview, mind blown and fascinated about how these songs came about! Loved this interview!!!

[@amethyst3139]

To hear the story behind No Weapon had me in awe & amazement! This song has ministered me though many a tribulation. Thank you so much Fred for your anointing & thank you Kev for another awesome interview 💜

[@eri_nique]

My favorite gospel musician ever! My favorite song of all time is "You are the living word!

[@carltonwest4313]

Absolutely awesome session with Uncle Fred! God bless you all

[@ashahawker8508]

I remember as a saved teenager listening to Commissioned and our Pastor saying that's not gospel music. We kept on listening and choreographed 2 liturgical dance to " Running back to you" and " The Ordinary just won't do" which was another fight we were dealing with at the time with our elders. Lol!

[@Victoria1996-]

I thoroughly enjoyed this interview. Every time he sung, my heart couldn’t stop smiling 😭😭😭Someone should do an interview about the gospel greats that came out of Detroit during that time with Kirk Franklin as a special guest….or a book with several volumes describing their individual early beginnings and come up to now

[@lisatoban4213]

The history in this interview is AMAZING! This is so good!

[@hybridnotes]

Such a great storyteller. This was such a treat!

[@keaubreysumpter2731]

i grew up listening to him my parents were obsessed with this man and i became the same way too his music has got me through rough times just like all gospel music but its something bout Fred's voice that just kept me calm

[@vonneyailify]

@kevonstage Does such a great job making his guests feel at home. They share all the details. Great job!

[@TamzTable]

Wow!!! This video took me way back! I grew up on Fred’s entire catalog. Best interview I’ve seen in a long time 💯✨🏆

[@libertychinoda8573]

One of the best interviews I have heard. Thanks Kev for asking the questions we always wanted to know. Fred was so open!

[@michaellee3522]

Singer say “ G-d gone give it to you elder” has me weak every time. Fred says it. 😂😂😂

[@mj11222]

Exactly !!😂😂😂

[@KellBailey]

Fred Hammond is a legend !!! The best interview I’ve seen in a while

[@thesinglemomsummit2618]

This was soooooooooooo rich! I grew up on his music and this is GOLDEN.

[@iamtranyceproductions]

I don't know why but when Kev said, "I wanna take a quick break to..." I thought he was about to talk about Blue Chew!!!! I hollered at the break like, "Kev, don't do it on the sanctified episode!" 😆

[@msmilesftw]

😄😄😄😄

[@monniedee1999]

😂😂😂

[@fegrace_1]

Kev this interview was great👍🏾 . Fred is an awesome story teller, I could both see or hear what happened as he was describing each story. This was was like his version of Unsung The Fred Hammond Story! Also, I had no idea about the background stories and secular samples that many of notable songs came from. Not only will I be watching this interview again. I am also going to be listing to all of Fred Hammond music from Commission to present day! Kev I hope you do more interviews with church and gospel pioneers, they have so many gems to share with us. Thanks for sharing this interview, it was a treat!

[@DarionCherise]

Omg these testimonies are just ministering to me, it's like sitting with your anointed grandma and she's just telling you about her life and it's nothing but favor over favor and encouragement! Thank you 😢

[@Me-xn6tz]

THIS was PHENOMENAL ‼️‼️ His honesty to tell them, “I don’t know what I’m doing” is soooooo amazing. Then God dropped Gems on them 🤯🙌🏽 #believers💪🏽💪🏽💃🏽

[@joshuasmith4979]

This made my WHOLE DAY!! Grew up with Fred and Commissioned and this was so funny and revealing…. Fire content!!!

[@victoriawilliamson1822]

That was soooo good!! I grew up listening (and still do) to Fred. It blew my mind with all of the stories he told about how songs were written and how everyone knew each other. It’s always a good time hearing good stories.

[@vanessadh3939]

What a great interview!! These Coming to the Stage interviews are changing the game! In an hour, you get so much info that you could never get in a little 10 minute segment. Thanks Kev! This was golden!!

[@laquinne]

OMG this is the. BEST interview I have ever seen… This is as good as his lives…. Great Job KevonStage…..

[@ocbfdog]

Noel Hall-music director Tommy Walker(R.I.P.)-keyboards Daryll Dixon(R.I.P.)-guitar Terrance Palmer-bass Marvin McQuitty(R.I.P.)-drums This was the band that created Fred Hammond’s sound (Edit) Israel Houghton Aaron Lindsey

[@jmiguelsimpkins]

Facts!!!

[@sspann11]

Plus Fred on bass

[@beetbeatbosszeek8766]

Mark played drums like a wild animal fr .. I don’t believe in jail but Terrence Palmer gotta pay for how he murdered that pages of life live album.

[@heyimfizzy7188]

This interview was so good that I may have to watch it again! This is an A1 interview Kev! Fred Hammond is not only an icon, but truly an uncle. Plus I felt like this was a mini concert, so good!❤❤❤

[@manb4war]

Wow, I was at the concert when the Elder Fred Hammond recorded Purpose By Design in Houston. From Commision to those solo albums were the literal anthem to my life then. Listening to Commissioned brings back moments when I literally had no one to lean on and this music kept me encouraged to not faint. The music definitely changed lives. I'm glad to hear him tell the full testimony. Only the real ones know about having to walk away from things not knowing what your next step is going to be. This truly blessed.

[@LadyGraham]

I love Fred Hammond I was listening to him sing this morning on the way to work this morning and I was so encouraged praising and singing along

[@denardjones7077]

I LOVED this interview!!!! (BTW--- Fred is still COLD, even in his older age! Ice cold!!!)

[@Char-m5m]

Straight Facts

[@ninafernando2289]

Oh how I love the humbleness in Fred Hammond!!! You are one of the greatest gospel artist there is!! God gave you a gift....Wow I never here the song " Be magnified " But oh was a mighty Gid we serve!!! We love you in CHICAGO

[@ivorymcdonald2314]

This is why Fred is THE GOAT! This was phenomenal

[@mystysenchantedeats]

KEV YOU DID IT WITH THIS ONE! I grew up praise dancing to Fred, since COMMISSIONED! his music was that Saturday morning.. incense burning… time to clean up music… my FAVORITE GOSPEL artist of ALL TIME! Thank you for doing this interview.

[@earthenvessel28]

This was AMAZING!!! I could listen to Fred and the stories behind the music all day!!! Such a blessing to not just the body of Christ but to the world!! Thanks Kev for this interview!!!

[@jadamsjr_]

This was a great interview!! Love Fred’s testimony! Great content Kev!

[@sphamlet]

My nightly prayer before bed when I was a kid was me singing Jesus be a fence. I absolutely loved and still love me some Fred Hammond!!

[@gigi4love990]

Kev's side eye when he mentioned Anita Baker lol!

[@sweett84]

I literally shed tears watching this. So much history shared here!! So interesting to hear how the music we love and cherish actually came to be. Fred Hammond is a TREASURE! ❤️

[@denishajoyful]

This is the best gospel interview I have ever watched in my life I'm from Detroit was raised up with The Clark Sisters all them my mom grew up in church with them just to hear him speak so annoyed it you can really feel the presence of God many times when he's speaking how God had to step in and anoint him with the sons that bring us so much Joy! thank you Fred Hammond I love you thank you Kevin stage

[@thechef525]

Great interview, Fred is one of my favorite artists.