Russ Freeman
- January 4, 2024
- Guitarist
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Russ Freeman |
| Occupation | Guitarist |
| Date Of Birth | Feb 11, 1960(1960-02-11) |
| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | Galveston |
| Country | United States |
| Birth City | Texas |
| Horoscope | Aquarius |
Russ Freeman Biography
| Name | Russ Freeman |
| Birthday | Feb 11 |
| Birth Year | 1960 |
| Place Of Birth | Galveston |
| Home Town | Texas |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Aquarius |
Russ Freeman is one of the most popular and richest Guitarist who was born on February 11, 1960 in Galveston, Texas, United States. American guitarist, best known for his work with the smooth jazz band The Rippingtons. Modern Art, the band’s 2009 album, was nominated by Grammy for Best Pop Instrumental Album.
As a member Of The Rippingtons, he has performed with the world-famous saxophonist He has played with world-famous saxophonist Kenny G as a member of The Rippingtons..
For one year he attended the California Institute of the Arts. He recorded his first solo album, Nocturnal Playground. In 1985, he founded the band The Rippingtons as an opportunity to record with a variety of musicians. The first version of the band included David Benoit, Brandon Fields, Kenny G, and Dave Koz. By 1993, the Rippingtons had solidified into a sextet of Freeman, Jeff Kashiwa on saxophone, Dave Kochanski on keyboards, Kim Stone on bass guitar, Tony Morales on drums, and Steve Reid on percussion. In 1994 Freeman reunited with Benoit for The Benoit/Freeman Project. Freeman and his manager, Andi Howard, formed Peak Records in 1994. In 1998 he collaborated with guitarist Craig Chaquico of Starship for the album From the Redwoods to the Rockies.
A record producer and arranger, Freeman also plays bass guitar, keyboards, and drums. His music can be heard during The Weather Channel’s Local on the 8s segments, and his song “Brave New World” is included in the 2008 compilation album, The Weather Channel Presents: Smooth Jazz II.
Before he married Rona Freeman, he was remarried and became a composer Yaredt Leon.
Russ Freeman Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Guitarist |
| House | Living in own house. |
Russ Freeman is one of the richest Guitarist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Russ Freeman 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He was born in Nashville, and moved to Los Angeles at the age of eighteen to pursue session work.
He was a guitarist on many He played guitar on several Jane Fonda workout videos. exercise videos.
Russ Freeman (born February 11, 1960) is a smooth jazz guitarist who is the founder and leader of the Rippingtons.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 6 ft 7 in |
Russ Freeman height 6 ft 7 in Russ weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Russ Freeman Dating?
According to our records, Russ Freeman is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Russ Freeman’s is not dating anyone.
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Facts & Trivia
Russ Ranked on the list of most popular Guitarist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Russ Freeman celebrates birthday on February 11 of every year.
Top Facts about Russ Freeman
1. Russ Freeman is a smooth jazz guitarist who founded The Rippingtons.
2. He began playing guitar at the age of 10, with a session musician in
Nashville as his first teacher.
3. His influences include George Benson and Larry Carlton.
4. He attended the California Institute of Arts for one year.
5. He founded Peak Records in 1994.
6. He collaborated with Craig Chaquico of Starship on the album From the
Redwoods to the Rockies in 1998.
7. He is a record producer, arranger, bass guitarist, keyboard player and
drummer.
8. His music is featured in The Weather Channel’s Local on the 8s segments.
9. His wife Yaredt Leon has composed music for The Rippingtons’ albums.
10. First version of The Rippingtons included David Benoit, Brandon Fields,
Kenny G and Dave Koz.
11. He collaborated with David Benoit for The Benoit/Freeman Project in 1994.
12. He was born in Nashville, Tennessee in 1960.
13. The Rippingtons solidified as a sextet of Freeman, Jeff Kashiwa, Dave
Kochanski, Kim Stone, Tony Morales and Steve Reid in 1993.
14. His song “Brave New World” is included in The Weather Channel Presents:
Smooth Jazz II.
15. He has worked as a session musician in Nashville and Los Angeles,
recording and performing with vocalists Englebert Humperdinck and Anne Murray.
Are the Rippingtons still together?
Unfortunately there are no concert dates for The Rippingtons scheduled in 2022.
Who is Russ Freeman married to?
His wife, Yaredt Leon , has composed music for The Rippingtons’ albums.
Is Russ Freeman still with the Rippingtons?
The Rippingtons are a Grammy-nominated contemporary jazz group, founded by guitarist and composer Russ Freeman in 1985. The group has passed the thirty year mark, and continues to innovate.
What happened Russ Freeman?
Russ Freeman
Died| June 27, 2002 (aged 76) Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Genres| Bebop, cool jazz
Occupation(s)| Pianist, composer
Instruments| Piano
How did the Rippingtons get their name?
The band name was conceived by Russ Freeman after hearing friends play “and they were ripping”, so Freeman thought of Rippingtons for a name. The band’s recording career began in 1986 with the recording of the album Moonlighting, which was released in March.