Fred Erskine
Fred Erskine is an American bass guitarist best known as a member of the band Hoover.[1] In addition to being a member of multiple groups from the D.C. area, such as The Crownhate Ruin and The Sorts, he also played with the Louisville band, June of 44.[2][3]
Fred Erskine | |
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| Birth name | Frederick T. Erskine |
| Genres | Math rock, post-hardcore |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Bass guitar, trumpet, vocals |
| Years active | 1987–present |
| Associated acts | Abilene, The Boom, The Crownhate Ruin, HiM, Hoover, June of 44, Just a Fire, The Sorts |
Biography
Frederick T. Erskine began his foray into music at the age of four when he started learning to play violin. He began expanding his musical palette and soon picked up playing the piano until he settled on learning the trumpet when he was eight. In November 1987, Erskine had begun performing vocals for a punk band which led to him picking up the bass.[4]
References
- Bourgeois, Alec; Records, Dischord (2011). "Hoover". Dischord.com. Retrieved April 14, 2016.
- Sprague, David (2007). "June of 44". Trouser Press. Retrieved April 14, 2016.
- "Fred Erskine > Credits". Allmusic. Retrieved April 14, 2016.
- Mestdag, Kris (2000). "Interview with Fred Erskine". Utopia. Retrieved April 14, 2016.
External links
- Fred Erskine discography at Discogs
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