Born on July 1, 1951, Frederick William Schneider III is a renowned American singer-songwriter and the iconic frontman of the groundbreaking rock band, the B-52's, which he co-founded. Notably, Schneider is widely recognized for his unique and innovative singing style, known as sprechgesang, which he pioneered by incorporating spoken word elements over guitar accompaniment, originally inspired by his recitation of poetry. In addition to his work with the B-52's, Schneider has also ventured into solo projects, releasing two solo albums that showcase his versatility and artistic range.
Fred Schneider
73 · Born: Jul 1, 1951