Fred Frith Trio

About the Artist

Fred Frith Trio delivers a compelling blend of experimental improvisation and avant-garde jazz, showcasing a nuanced interplay between guitar, bass, and drums that pushes the boundaries of conventional trio performances. The trio’s songs, with titles like "In the Grip of It" and "Bones to Pick with Graveyards," hint at a haunting, exploratory atmosphere that envelops their live shows, often leaving audiences in a state of thoughtful intrigue rather than mere background noise. Drawing on decades of influence from Fred Frith’s storied career as an experimental musician and composer, the group artfully balances structured composition with spontaneous creativity. Their soundscape embodies an adventurous spirit — a sort of sonic map to the bewildering and beautiful complexity of human emotion and experience, with a dash of intellectual humor lurking beneath the surface. Fans often note the trio’s ability to craft music that feels both deeply cerebral and viscerally raw, making each performance an unpredictable yet rewarding journey.