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New Orleans Halloween With Strangers
- Fred spent one Halloween in New Orleans and joined two elderly couples for chaotic celebrations, which he fondly remembers.
- That brief, unplanned night captured the kind of small magic his 'Actual Life' work seeks to preserve.
Early Mentorship With Brian Eno
- Fred met Brian Eno as a teenager and helped run his weekly singing groups for years.
- That relationship led to direct collaboration and mentorship on records and creative approach.
Curiosity Powers Lasting Creativity
- Fred says Brian retained a childlike curiosity, which fuels sustained creativity even after decades.
- That innocence keeps music-making focused on play and discovery rather than industry metrics.