Fred E. White (born Frederick Eugene Adams; January 13, 1955 – January 1, 2023) was an American musician and songwriter. He was one of the early members of Earth, Wind & Fire. He previously played drums on Donny Hathaway's Live album.[1]
Fred White | |
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Birth name | Frederick Eugene Adams |
Born | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | January 13, 1955
Died | January 1, 2023 Los Angeles, California, U.S. | (aged 67)
Genres | R&B, funk, disco, soul |
Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
Labels | Columbia, ARC |
Formerly of | Earth, Wind & Fire |
Earth, Wind & Fire consisting of Fred White along with half-brother Maurice White, brother Verdine White, and other members were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2000.[2][3]
White died in Los Angeles on January 1, 2023, at age 67.[4]