"Motion Sickness" presents a dynamic blend of contemporary hip-hop and rap, characterized by its polished production and diverse sonic textures. The album features a mix of hard-hitting beats and atmospheric soundscapes, with tracks like "Damn" and "Runnin" showcasing an energetic tempo that drives the listener forward. The instrumentation leans heavily on layered synths and deep bass lines, creating a rich backdrop for incisive lyricism. Songs such as "Choir" and "Favourite in the Slums" introduce melodic elements that contrast with the more aggressive tracks, adding depth and variety. The overall production quality is crisp and immersive, making "Motion Sickness" a distinctive entry in the genre, marked by its balance of intensity and introspection.

Album: Motion Sickness by Fredo (2026)
Record Label: BIORDI
Format: Digital Media

Artist Background: Artist from GB, known for Various musical styles

Related Artists: Headie One, Clavish, Nines, Bugzy Malone

Music Scene: Part of the London music scene. Associated with Rap movement.

Tags: 2020s, Digital Media, BIORDI


Album: Third Avenue by Fredo (2019)
Format: Album

Artist Background: Fredo is a British rapper from London (real name Marvin William Bailey, born 6th March 1994). He had a UK number-one single in 2018, with fellow rapper Dave, called "Funky Friday". Part of the London music scene. Associated with Rap movement.

Related Artists: Headie One, Clavish, Nines, Potter Payper

Music Scene: Part of the London music scene. Associated with Rap movement.

Tags: 2010s, Album


“Most of my mixtapes all had songs I’d written while I was in jail,” Fredo tells Apple Music. “This is all different. I was free the whole time and put a lot of time and thought into it. This is my first album, and my first piece of work I’ve been out here to do.” Third Avenue is a debut that marks a period of relative serenity for a London MC who’s overcome two prison spells and celebrated a UK No. 1 (2018’s “Funky Friday” with Dave). It’s a debut that also, crucially, pays tribute to his roots. “I’m from a place called Mozart Estate,” he says. “West Kilburn on the map. There are six avenues leading into the estate, and I grew up on the third one. I’m here today because of that place. If I had left, ain’t no telling what I’d be doing.” Take a guided tour of Third Avenue with Fredo. 
“Survival of the Fittest”
“I had that song for, like, a year. We didn’t want to start with nothing too jumpy, or nothing too vibesy. We just wanted to start it with something more 'core.” 
“Morning”
“When it comes to individual songs, I never sit down with a plan on what sort of song I want to do. The beat decides it for me. Here the beat made me think about mornings. Before you know it, I just decided to go down that road.” 
“Mmhm”
“We tried something different on this, with the funeral-style organs. Again, the beat just brought this song out. I’ll just give people my email and tell them to send me beats. If I like them, I’ll use them. That’s how I found most of the main people I use. Through my email.” 
“Money Maker”
“I hope this is a big one. You never know what’s going to go off, though. I wrote 'Money Maker' in 15 minutes; I don’t usually write songs so quick, but that beat is crazy. I don’t have notebooks lying around with bars in them. I’ve never just written. It's always to a beat.” 
“Pray for You”
“This is about shit that I’ve been through. People have been saying to me that I’m deep and that I’m rapping a lot about this and that, but I just rap about my life. I don’t sit down and think about being deep and shit.” 
“BMT”
“I like this tune. It’s fun. I’ve got a couple of catchphrases now, and ‘Big Man Ting’ could be one.” 
“Property Picking”
“Life’s changing and I’m just rapping about it.” 
“All I Ever Wanted (feat. Dave)”
“Dave’s a genius. It’s not hard to work with him when he’s making beats and hooks like he is. He’s the most interesting artist I’ve worked with because he can play the piano, make beats and do everything. And he’s real humble. Does he bring out a different side to me? No, only girls can do that. And family and shit.” 
“It’s Like” 
“You can’t go wrong with that beat there. There’s no chorus, too. And no one’s ever said anything to me about needing choruses, or telling me not to say certain things. You can’t flipping see someone’s progress and want to do business with them, then ask them to change. That doesn’t make sense.” 
“Doing the Most (feat. Lil Dotz)”
“Lil Dotz is my friend GDotz’s little brother. GDotz passed away in 2012, and I’ve watched his brother grow up, and he’s good at rapping. He’s got a couple of songs out, and they’re doing good. I needed him on there. I could’ve had anyone on the album from the UK, really. I didn’t say no to anyone, I just didn’t say yes.” 
“They Don’t”
“I’ve been through situations with disloyal people. I know what’s going on now. I like to learn from other people’s mistakes. There are a lot of people you can’t trust when you’re living a certain kind of way. Everyone’s not going to react to stuff the same way you do. That took me a long time to understand.” 
“Love You for That”
“As soon as I heard that beat, I knew this one would be the song for my mum. I give my mum too much special treatment, so I wouldn’t play this for her before it came out! I don’t know why, it’s hard to explain! She’s always on at me for exclusives, so she needed to learn to chill a bit. I wanted to make her feel like a kid waiting for their present on her birthday. It’s been driving her mad.” 
“Third Avenue” 
“It made sense to wrap the album up here. You can’t end an album on a mad crazy hype tune.”

"Tables Turn" by Fredo delivers a gritty, streetwise soundscape typical of late 2010s UK rap. The production is characterized by dark, minimalist beats that emphasize heavy bass lines and crisp hi-hats, creating a tense and immersive atmosphere. Tracks like "Rappin' & Trappin'" and "Boom Boom" feature hard-hitting rhythms that drive the energy forward, while "Star" and "Levelling Up" introduce more melodic elements, offering a contrast with their smoother, more reflective tones. The tempo varies across the album, maintaining a mid-paced flow that complements Fredo's assertive delivery. The album's distinctive quality lies in its raw, unfiltered approach, capturing the essence of street narratives with an unyielding authenticity.

Album: Tables Turn by Fredo (2018)
Format: Album

Artist Background: Fredo is a British rapper from London (real name Marvin William Bailey, born 6th March 1994). He had a UK number-one single in 2018, with fellow rapper Dave, called "Funky Friday". Part of the London music scene. Associated with Rap movement.

Related Artists: Headie One, Clavish, Nines, Potter Payper

Music Scene: Part of the London music scene. Associated with Rap movement.

Tags: 2010s, Album


"Independence Day" by Fredo delivers a gritty yet polished soundscape typical of contemporary UK Hip-Hop/Rap. The production is characterized by its sleek, bass-heavy beats that underpin Fredo's commanding vocal delivery. Tracks like "Independence Day" and "Talk of the Town" feature crisp percussion and deep, resonant basslines, creating a sense of urgency and intensity. The album balances hard-hitting anthems with more introspective cuts like "My Mother's Life," where the instrumentation becomes more subdued, allowing for a reflective atmosphere. Throughout, the textures are clean and modern, with occasional melodic elements that add depth without overshadowing the lyrical content. The overall energy is assertive, with a confident flow that matches the polished production.

Album: Independence Day by Fredo (2021)
Format: Album

Artist Background: Fredo is a British rapper from London (real name Marvin William Bailey, born 6th March 1994). He had a UK number-one single in 2018, with fellow rapper Dave, called "Funky Friday". Part of the London music scene. Associated with Rap movement.

Related Artists: Headie One, Clavish, Nines, Potter Payper

Music Scene: Part of the London music scene. Associated with Rap movement.

Tags: 2020s, Album


Joining a rarefied list of rappers to release two albums in the same year, Fredo does as he pleases on Independence Day. If the eye-catching features on January 2021’s Money Can’t Buy Happiness helped explore his crossover potential and overseas reach, the West Londoner’s third album revives the brooding sonic ambience of his early mixtape rise. Through a well-honed tendency to celebrate the finer things in life, Fredo’s lofty dreams have long been balanced against the very real threats he escaped. Across 14 tracks of bass-knocking rap, Fredo expands his lens across the entirety of his experience for his most sincere work yet. “Finally seeing there’s more to life,” he reveals on “Everyday”. “Every single time I pree into my daughter’s eyes.” 
Highlights here are diverse—and often powerful. The centrepiece is a chilling retrospective on tours across UK prisons with Headie One (“Wandsworth to Bullingdon”), while a teenaged tale of street drama is converted into a clever hook alongside Potter Payper (“14”). The Pattern Gang rapper also evolves his flow for an infectious drill beater (“Double Tap”). From the pitfalls to the hard-fought moments of progress, Independence Day presents a tough but rewarding world according to Fredo and his grand bid for redemption.

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