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Remembering Fred Smith: Blondie, Television, and Beyond
7 Feb
Summary
- Fred Smith was a legendary bassist known for his work with Blondie and Television.
- His melodic bass lines were essential to songs, serving the music effortlessly.
- Smith also co-founded an artisanal winery named Cereghino Smith.
Fred Smith, a bassist celebrated for his indelible contributions to bands like Blondie and Television, has recently passed away. His musical prowess was characterized by melodic bass lines and a subtle, essential approach that always served the song.
Smith's career began with Angel and the Snake, which eventually became Blondie. In 1975, he departed Blondie to join Television. Following Television's initial disbandment, he contributed to solo projects by band members and other artists.
He rejoined Television in 1992, participating in numerous tours. Beyond music, Smith and his wife Paula Cereghino established Cereghino Smith, an artisanal winery. His bandmate Jimmy Rip fondly remembered Smith's dry humor and essential musicality.
