CORK | KERRY 2000 -
OVERVIEW
Fred is an alternative rock band currently based in Cork. However, the group traces its roots back to Kerry. The band was formed by Jamie Hanrahan [Guitar], Emmett Christie [Bass Guitar] and a third member called Liam. Shortly afterwards, the band moved to Cork and enlisted 3 locals to complete the line up. The new members were Joseph O'Leary [Vocals & Guitar], Justin O'Mahony [Drums] and Eibhlín O'Gorman [Piano].

The band wasted no time in releasing an eponymously-titled debut EP in 2000. The band's debut album, 'Can't Stop I'm Being Timed' followed in 2001. Two further albums were released by the band - 'Making Music So You Don't Have To' [2005] and 'Go God Go' [2008].

In 2009, Fred was nominated in the 'Hope For 2009' category at the Meteor Music Awards. This category usually recognises new artists. However, this was reflective of how Fred's stock had risen since the release of the 'Go God Go' album.

The band returned in November 2010 with the release of the 'Trial By Fire' single. This was the first single plucked from the band's fourth album, 'Leaving My Empire' which was released on 15th April of that year.

2000
- Band formed
- Release of the 'Fred' E.P.
2001
- Release of 'Can't Stop I'm Being Timed' album
2004
- Release of 'Northern Soul' as a split single with Rulers Of The Planet
- Release of 'October' single
- Release of 'Summer's Coming' single
2005
- Release of 'Four Chords And The Truth / The Capital Song' single
- Release of 'Making Music So You Don't Have To' [February]
2007
- Release of 'Good One' single [15 June]
- Release of 'Damn You Hollywood' single [05 October]
2008
- Release of 'Skyscrapers' single [16 May]
- Release of 'Go God Go' album [30 May]
- Release of 'Running' single [08 August]
- Release of 'The Lights' single [14 November]
2009
- Band nominated in the 'Hope For 2009' category at the Meteor Ireland Music Awards.
- Re-release of 'Good One' single [27 March]
- Release of 'Fear' single [12 June]
2010
- Release of 'Trial By Fire' single [26 November]
2011
- Release of 'If Not Now When' single [01 April]
- Release of 'Leavin My Empire' album [15 April]
- Release of 'Eleven' single [17 June]
- Release of 'We Are The City Now' single [23 September]
2012
- Release of 'The Life Behind / Villains' single [08 June]