Fred White

Fred (Freddy) White (born January 13, 1955, Memphis, Tennessee) is an American soul, funk, and R&B; drummer and percussionist. White is best known for his tenure with the R&B; band Earth, Wind & Fire, which was co-founded by his older brothers Maurice and Verdine White. He has also performed and recorded with many prominent funk, soul, R&B;, jazz and rock artists including Donny Hathaway, Ramsey Lewis, Willie Hutch, The Emotions, Deniece Williams... more

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  • Jan 13, 1955 (age 54 years)
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