Fred Chalenor

Fred Chalenor
Born(1955-12-29)December 29, 1955
Seattle, Washington, U.S.
DiedJune 23, 2018(2018-06-23) (aged 62)
GenresRock in Opposition, avant-prog, art rock
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s)Bass, electric guitar, banjo, keyboards, vocals
Years active1978–2018
LabelsC/Z, Tim/Kerr

Fred Chalenor (December 29, 1955 – June 23, 2018) was an American bassist, most recognized for his work in the bands Caveman Shoestore, Tone Dogs, and Face Ditch. He also collaborated on numerous occasions with composer and keyboardist Wayne Horvitz, recording with him in Pigpen and Zony Mash, and with composer and percussionist Robert Mike Mahaffay of Tres Gone.