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Meet Freddy...
A Chicago-born guitarist and songwriter blending rock, reggae, and jam vibes with jazz and blues roots. His music evokes a sun-filled escape.
Raised on 60's / 70's vinyl from Pete Townshend to Paul Simon, he sharpened his craft in the Appalachian foothills before hitting Tampa.
There, he rocked with Rich Allen's reggae-rock band Facility and later co-formed F. R. Music Project.
In 2021, Freddy partnered with Mark Duvall in Nashville and has since recorded another 15 original songs - four of which anchor an EP slated for release in 2026.
This EP, featuring Chris West on horns and a crew of stellar musicians, is now in post-production, promising soulful, sun-soaked vibes. Get ready for the beach!
From a 2022 Frequency Spot / SoundSpace feature to a 2024 Instrument Barn sponsorship, Freddy's journey is just heating up.
Catch him performing live in the Tampa Bay area or crafting tunes under the Florida sun.
In 2022 Freddy performed with Jerry Navarro and Friends as part of the launch of Frequency Spot & SoundSpace.
Soundspace is network of membership-based music networking, rehearsal, producing, and recording facilities and you can check them out HERE!
In 2025, the Instrument Barn sponsored Freddy and now provide all of Freddy's instrument needs while serving musicians around the country.
Find your next music instrument or get lessons via Zoom by clicking HERE!
Here is Freddy's new Martin D-X2E from The Instrument Barn -
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Song Requests
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Contact for Booking
Facebook Messenger: Fred Matthew Schmid
Cell Phone: (708) 525-4653 (Text is best at first)
Email: FreddyMatthewsMusic@gmail.com