Fred Gerlach | |
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| Born | Fred Gerlach August 26, 1925 Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | December 31, 2009 (aged 84) San Diego, California, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, 12 string guitarist, luthier |
| Children | David Gerlach |
| Relatives | Jesse Lee Kincaid (Nephew) |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1962–2006 |
| Labels | Folkways Records, Eyrie Records, Takoma Records |
Fred Gerlach (August 26, 1925 – December 31, 2009) was an American folk musician and luthier. Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page credited his recording of the traditional song "Gallows Pole" with inspiring his own band's version.