Fred Again.. Performs 'Actual Life' Songs on NPR's 'Tiny Desk'

If you're a music lover, you've undoubtedly heard of the renowned NPR Tiny Desk Concert series. 

The intimate performance showcase has become a staple for artists to share their talents in a stripped-down, raw setting,  and in the latest edition of the iconic series, British musician and producer Fred Again.. (aka Fred Gibson) delivered a mesmerising performance of seven songs from his Actual Life album trilogy.

A sonic journey that captivated listeners from start to finish, Fred Again.. brought his signature blend of soulful vocals, pulsating beats, and infectious melodies, in a performance that was both emotionally resonant and sonically adventurous.

More impressively, Gibson showcased his instrumental talents as he played the piano, marimba and vibraphone while singing and looping beats throughout the showcase.

Included in the Tiny Desk performance were Kyle (i found you), Me (heavy), and Adam (interlude) from 2021's Actual Life, Roze (forgive) and Faisal (envelops me) off of Actual Life 2 (2021) and Berwyn (interlude) and Delilah (pull me out of this) from Actual Life 3, which was released in 2022.

According to NPR Music, translating Fred Again..’s electronic music to the Tiny Desk stage was, initially, an intimidating prospect.

“How would an artist, whose performances take the form of DJ sets in front of massive audiences, curate an intimate and unique experience?” the video description reads. 

“But what the British songwriter and producer came up with is a reminder of what a Tiny Desk is at its best: an opportunity for artists to challenge themselves in such a way that it almost feels like they’re making new music, all while sticking to what feels true to them.”