“I wouldn’t do that,” jokes Vojta, when asked about his father’s health, setting the tone for a rare joint interview detailing how the musical legacy of the Nedvěd family continues across generations. Honza Nedvěd mladší and Vojtěch Nedvěd are each pursuing distinct musical careers, but they united this year for their own festival, “Nedvědi u stánků,” and performed together in the original lineup of the band Příbuzní.
The cousins are also preparing for a major milestone. Vojtěch Dyk and Jakub Prachař have invited them to take part in the “Nedvědi 27” concerts scheduled for May 14 and 15, 2027, at the O2 arena. Honza Nedvěd mladší shared that his father, Jan Nedvěd, is mentally well, in great spirits, and has promised to attend a joint concert or even the O2 arena shows if his health permits.
Family Legacy and the Nedvědi 27 Concerts
Jan Nedvěd turns eighty, prompting his family to value every moment. “My father is already eighty and at this age, as he says, you don’t know what will happen in an hour,” Honza Nedvěd the younger said, noting that his father sacrificed everything for music, which helped shape his unique talent.
The first O2 arena date sold out its seating sections quickly, leading organizers to add a second night. Honza Nedvěd mladší noted that the target audience spans multiple generations, aiming to prove that classic Czech folk and acoustic music retains a massive following alongside modern genres.
Festival Success and Touring Realities
This year, the brothers launched the “Nedvědi u stánků” festival, stopping in Ostrava, Slavkov u Brna, Ústí nad Labem, and Mikulov. According to Vojtěch Nedvěd, the festival arose spontaneously to mark thirty years since the Strahov concert and to honor the songs created during his father’s and uncle’s era.
Honza Nedvěd mladší and Vojtěch Nedvěd discuss their approaches to performing at festivals and cultural venues, as well as their shared musical heritage.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where are the Nedvědi 27 concerts taking place?
The tribute concerts are scheduled for May 14 and 15, 2027, at the O2 arena, organized by Vojtěch Dyk and Jakub Prachař.
Which cities hosted the Nedvědi u štánků festival?
The festival stopped in Ostrava, Slavkov u Brna, Ústí nad Labem, and Mikulov to mark thirty years since the Strahov concert.
What band reunited for this year’s performances?
The cousins performed together in the original lineup of the band Příbuzní, reviving hits from Brontosaurs and Spirituál Kvintet.
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