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Freedy Johnston | |
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 Freedy Johnston in Wichita, Kansas (1998) | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Frederic John Fatzer |
| Born | 1961 |
| Origin | Kinsley, Kansas |
| Genres | Alternative rock, Americana |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, singer-songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Voice, guitar |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Labels | |
| Website | www |
Freedy Johnston (born Frederic John Fatzer[1] in 1961) is an American singer-songwriter based in New York City.
Originally from Kinsley, Kansas, Johnston's songs are often about troubled loners, and cover topics like heartbreak, alienation, and disappointment. Known for his songcraft, he has been described as a "songwriter's songwriter".[2]
- ^ Smith, Chris (March 10, 1997). "Freedy At Last". New York: 42. Retrieved January 9, 2015.
- ^ van Alstyne, Rob (October 8, 2003). "Freedy Johnston: Ready for Round Two". Pulse of the Twin Cities. Archived from the original on September 28, 2007.