Frederick William Schneider III (born July 1, 1951) is an American singer, songwriter, arranger, and musician, best known as the frontman of the rock band The B-52’s, of which he is a founding member.
Schneider is well known for his sprechgesang, which he developed from reciting poetry over guitars.
instruments played
keyboards
percussion
Vocals
Associated Acts
The B-52's the Superions Sleater-Kinney Richard Barone Joe McIntyre Sophie Ellis-Bextor Bongwater Foo Fighters Captain Planet
Birth Name
Frederick William Schneider III
Genres
New wave post-punk pop rock alternative rock rockabilly
Labels
Warner Bros.
Occupations
Singer songwriter arranger musician
Website
Years Active
1975 present
Name
Fred Schneider
Nationality
United States of America