Canadian rapper/producer Freddie Dredd went from being an underground Soundcloud rapper to a popular TikTok celebrity in just a few years, with several tracks that went viral on the popular social media platform one after the other in a way that was unprecedented at the time.

After working independently for several years, the Ontario, Canada native signed to RCA Records to release his debut album, Freddie's Inferno, in 2022. He's become known for combining gritty, lo-fi sounds, vintage samples, and dark lyrics.

In 2019, Freddie Dredd officially became a TikTok sensation, first with the release of his tune "Cha Cha," which became the third most popular song on all of TikTok, and then the release of "Opaul," which became even more of a hit.

Freddie Dredd smartly had amassed an extensive library of similar tracks for his new TikTok fans to explore on SoundCloud, which helped those songs explode as well and one track after another went viral.

Don't miss the chance to catch this innovative underground rapper when he comes to a city near you performing live.

Freddie Dredd Live in Concert

Originally from Durham, Ontario, Freddie Dredd is based in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada.

Inspired by Xavier Wulf and Yung Lean, who dominated Soundcloud's underground, one of Dredd's first songs was a serenade to TV's famed Judge Judy. He soon started collaborating with underground rap groups Doomshop and Sixset, which helped him get his foot in the door.

Freddie Dredd released his debut EP in 2015 and the following year the prolific artist dropped 14 singles and four EPs with several tracks that ended up becoming hugely popular. In addition to his solo work, he often collaborates with other underground hip-hop artists including Baker, Slim Guerilla and RAMIREZ.

Intentionally mysterious, Freddie Dredd hasn't done many interviews, but he did disclose that in addition to rapping, he has aspirations to become a successful voice actor.

Freddie Dredd FAQ

What is the name of Freddie Dredd's debut album and when was it released?

Freddie Dredd's debut album is called Freddie's Inferno, and it was released in 2022 after he signed with RCA Records.

How would you describe Freddie Dredd's style of music?

Freddie Dredd is known for combining gritty, lo-fi sounds, vintage samples, and dark lyrics.

Where is Freddie Dredd originally from and where is he based now?

Freddie Dredd is originally from Durham, Ontario, Canada, and is currently based in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada.

Who inspired Freddie Dredd in his early career as a rapper?

Freddie Dredd was inspired by Xavier Wulf and Yung Lean, who dominated Soundcloud's underground.