Fred Below
American musician (1926-1988) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 61
Frederick Below Jr. was an American blues drummer who worked with Little Walter and Chess Records in the 1950s. According to Tony Russell, Below was a creator of much of the rhythmic structure of Chicago blues, especially its backbeat. He was the drummer on Chuck Berry's song "Johnny B. Goode".
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About this person
He also recorded with J. B. Lenoir.
Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1926 to 1988 · aged 61
