Guitarist Fredi Shehadi Released New Album 'Bout Time
The New York-based composer explores jazz and blues on his latest instrumental and vocal record.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Jazz
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Guitarist and composer Fredi Shehadi has released his latest album, 'Bout Time. The project serves as an instrumental and vocal record that draws from both jazz and blues traditions.
Why it matters
The album title reflects that the compositions have been in development for a long time. The recording process emphasized musicians playing together in real time to capture spontaneity.
Fredi Shehadi has maintained 30-plus years of career archives and has not used a guitar pick for over 20 years. The album features improvisation and interaction between musicians recorded in real time.
The players
Fredi Shehadi
Fredi Shehadi is a New York-based guitarist and composer known for his previous work on television programs including Guiding Light and The Today Show.
The details
Shehadi, a New York-based artist who previously won an Emmy for his work on Guiding Light, collaborated with an assistant in Nashville to bring the project to life. His background includes various accolades for work on The Today Show, such as Mobius and Cine Golden Eagle awards.
Timeline
February 9, 1964: Shehadi watched The Beatles perform on The Ed Sullivan Show.
September 25, 2026: The album 'Bout Time was released.
November 2026: Shehadi plans a performance in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Industry Dynamics
This release follows a pattern set by the cultural influence of The Beatles' 1964 appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show on generations of musicians. The project reflects the ongoing trend of veteran composers revisiting long-gestating ideas within the jazz and blues sectors.
Fans can look forward to upcoming live performances beginning in November 2026. The album is available for listeners who enjoy instrumental and vocal jazz and blues compositions.
The takeaway
Shehadi's work highlights the value of patience in the creative process, as many of these compositions have been developed over many years. Listeners interested in the nuances of guitar performance may find his unconventional, pick-free technique particularly notable.
What happens next
Fredi Shehadi is scheduled to perform in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in November 2026 and is currently developing a guitar master class.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
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