bio
fred riko is a nyc–based songwriter blending global folk influences with a contemplative, modern voice.
his songs carry intimacy and expansiveness, inspired as much by quiet periods of reflection as the energy of the city around him.
performing in cafés, open-air parks, and venues across the city, fred brings an emotional honesty to each setting—crafting music that unites the space, audience, and moment.
following the rhythms and cycles ...
some habits take years to catch up with us if we ignore them. laundry takes a week and a half.fred riko's second studio album uncovers how rountine and habit gives meaning to city life.
live
upcoming shows
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past shows
may 8, 2026 - Laundry Day album release @ the delancey
may 3, 2026 - Favela Party @ Pianos NYC
february 17, 2026 — Shrine Harlem
september 4, 2025 — Pete's Candy Store
august 8, 2025 — Silvana's
may 9, 2025 — Shrine Harlem
january 8, 2025 — Common House Charlottesville
november 19, 2024 — Breaking Sound @ Brooklyn Music Kitchen
november 16, 2024 — Pete's Candy Store
september 6, 2024 — Rockwood Music Hall
august 17, 2024 — Allships x Lens: Mints & Music
july 11, 2024 — Shrine Harlem
april, 5 2024 — The Delancey
february 22, 2024 — Roxy on Broadway
november 30, 2023 — Rockwood Music Hall
june 16, 2023 — Spring Cleaning album release party
