Earth, Wind & Fire drummer Fred White has died at the age of 67, his brother Verdine announced Monday on Instagram.
“Dear family, friends and fans… Our family is saddened today by the loss of an incredibly talented family member, our loving brother Frederick Eugene “Freddie” White,” the band’s bassist wrote.
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Fred began his career in 1972, playing with Donny Hathaway and, two years later, he joined the brothers’ band, Earth, Wind & Fire, having participated in the recording of several of the band’s hits, such as “September and “Shining Star”. “. .
Fred White is the fourth of the White brothers to join the Pop/Disco group, joining in 1974 when he was just 19 years old.
Born on January 13, 1955 in Chicago, United States, Fred White is one of nine members of Earth, Wind & Fire who are part of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Source: TSF
