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He is best known for his songwriting contribution to "Forget Me Nots" by Patrice Rushen, which heavily features his bass work and was later sampled by Will Smith for "Men in Black". During the 1990s, Washington and Rushen were part of a popular rhythm section known as "The Meeting".
Fredericka Carolyn "Fredi" Washington (December 23, 1903 – June 28, 1994) was an American stage and film actress, civil rights activist, performer, and writer. Washington was of African American descent.
Nov 1, 2023 · How “Ready” Freddie Washington conceived the dance-funk classic that later became a massive hit as Will Smith's Men In Black. By Chris Jisi. ( Bass Player ) published 1 November 2023.
Jul 21, 2023 · They all recorded with legendary bassist "Ready" Freddie Washington! To pay tribute to Freddie's amazing career, I've compiled a list of his top 10 most iconic bass lines ever recorded in...
Sep 6, 2018 · Fredi Washington, 1937. Washington knew that regardless of her looks, the era’s construction of Black race as belonging to anyone who had even a drop of Black heritage meant she would always be...
Apr 25, 2023 · This documentary explores the change-maker Fredi Washington, who was a black actress, writer, dancer, and singer, best known for her acting roles in the films The Imitation of Life...
Jul 19, 2012 · Freddie Washington, BassIn the music industry, there are bass players and then there’s “Ready Freddie,” the first call studio musician, the songwriter and live performance player who brings uniquely pertinent credentials to his role.
