Matt Freeman
American bass player with Rancid
Born
April 23rd, 1966
59 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A bass player contributed significantly to the punk rock genre through work with the band Rancid. The band formed in 1991, combining elements of ska punk and alternative rock. They released several successful albums, including '...And Out Come the Wolves' and 'Life Won't Wait', which helped define the sound of 1990s punk. Freeman's distinctive bass lines and songwriting helped shape the band's music and influence on the punk scene. He also played in the band Operation Ivy, which was notable for its political lyrics and fusion of punk with reggae and ska. Over the years, Freeman collaborated with various artists and participated in multiple side projects.
Played bass for Rancid
Contributed to albums like '...And Out Come the Wolves'
Played in Operation Ivy
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