
Full name: Frederick John Philip Gibson
Date of birth: July 19, 1993
Place of birth: London, United Kingdom
Genres: Electronic music, house, pop, ambient
Occupation: Producer, DJ, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist
Early life and musical background
Fred Gibson, known professionally as Fred Again.., grew up in southwest London. From an early age, he was deeply involved in music, mastering piano and drums, and receiving a classical education. As a teenager, Fred became fascinated with production, combining his academic foundation with electronic experimentation.
At the age of 16, he met the legendary producer Brian Eno and became his assistant. Eno became Fred’s mentor, teaching him to use music as a means of emotional communication. This mentorship laid the foundation for Fred’s signature style — deeply personal and emotionally charged electronic music where every sound has meaning.
Producer career and rise to recognition
Before launching his solo career, Fred Gibson made his name as a gifted songwriter and producer. He co-wrote and produced hits for major global artists, including:
- Ed Sheeran — co-writer of “Shape of You” and “Bad Habits”.
- Stormzy — producer of the album “Gang Signs & Prayer”, which won the Mercury Prize.
- George Ezra — co-writer of “Shotgun”.
- Halsey, Charli XCX, Clean Bandit — various collaborations and remixes.
In 2020, Fred won the BRIT Award for “Producer of the Year.” Critics called him “the new face of British sound,” and his name appeared in the credits of more than 30 chart-topping releases.
Solo career
In 2019, Fred launched his own project, Fred Again.., blending personal stories, voice memos, and fragments of daily life into emotional compositions. His music merges melancholy, ambient soundscapes, and dancefloor energy. Instead of traditional vocals, Fred often samples real conversations and social media recordings, making his work feel deeply human and intimate.
In 2021, he released his debut album “Actual Life (April 14 – December 17 2020)”, to widespread critical acclaim. It became the first in a conceptual trilogy:
- “Actual Life” (2021)
- “Actual Life 2” (2021)
- “Actual Life 3” (2022)
This trilogy established Fred Again as one of the leading innovators of emotional electronic music.
Key tracks and collaborations
Among Fred Again’s most acclaimed works:
- “Marea (We’ve Lost Dancing)” — a pandemic-era anthem symbolizing hope and the return of joy.
- “Billie (Loving Arms)” — a heartfelt song about warmth and human connection.
- “Turn On The Lights Again..” — a massive collaboration with Swedish House Mafia and Future.
- “Rumble” (with Skrillex and Flowdan) — an explosive club hit that went viral in 2023.
Fred also co-founded the creative collective Pangbourne House Mafia with Skrillex and Four Tet. Their spontaneous performances, including the iconic closing set at Coachella 2023, became milestones in modern electronic music history.
Live performances and visual aesthetic
Fred Again is celebrated for his immersive live shows, blending samples, live instrumentation, and improvisation with an intimate atmosphere. His performances at Boiler Room, Glastonbury, Coachella, and Primavera Sound have gone viral — his Boiler Room 2022 set alone has over 30 million views.
Philosophy and artistry
Fred Again’s music is an emotional diary — a reflection of life, loss, and love. He transforms real experiences into sound, merging authenticity with world-class production. As he says himself: “I just record life — and turn it into music.”
Recent years and influence
By 2025, Fred Again had become a symbol of a new generation of electronic music — one that fuses human emotion and digital precision. His collaborations with Swedish House Mafia, Skrillex, Four Tet, Obongjayar, and Dermot Kennedy showcase a modern, genre-blending approach to sound and storytelling.
Interesting facts
- Fred has played piano since the age of three and still incorporates live acoustic elements into his shows.
- In 2023, he entered the Billboard Top 100 Artists list and received a Grammy nomination.
- Many of his songs feature the real voices of friends and collaborators recorded on phones or voice memos.
- He has over 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify and more than a billion total streams.
Conclusion
Fred Again is one of the most emotionally open and forward-thinking artists of his generation. His music is not just a soundtrack to life — it’s a reflection of the human experience itself. By merging the intimacy of songwriting with the innovation of electronic production, Fred Again has proven that in the digital age, emotion still leads the way.