Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story
Thu 22 Oct · 19:00
O2 Academy Birmingham
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Fat Freddy's Drop, a seven-piece dub/reggae band from Wellington, New Zealand, performs at O2 Academy Birmingham on 22 October 2026 at 18:00. The concert marks the 21st anniversary of their album Based on a True Story.
Fat Freddy's Drop is a 7 piece live Dub/Reggae band from Wellington, New Zealand. Founded in 2001, the current lineup consists of DJ Fitchie, Joe Dukie, Toby Chang, HoPepa, Chopper Reedz, Jetlag Johnson, and Dobie Blaze. The name "Fat Freddy's Drop" is a reference to a piece of blotter art that was circulating in the NZ dance scene in the late 90's. Fat Freddy's Drop have now released their second major studio album, Dr Boondigga & The Big BW - shipping GOLD on the first day of release on 26th May 2009.
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Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story takes place on Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 19:00.
Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story is held at O2 Academy Birmingham in Birmingham (16-18 Horsefair, Birmingham, B1 1DB).
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Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story
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Fat Freddy's Drop is a 7 piece live Dub/Reggae band from Wellington, New Zealand. Founded in 2001, the current lineup consists of DJ Fitchie, Joe Dukie, Toby Chang, HoPepa, Chopper Reedz, Jetlag Johnson, and Dobie Blaze. The name "Fat Freddy's Drop" is a reference to a piece of blotter art that was circulating in the NZ dance scene in the late 90's. Fat Freddy's Drop have now released their second major studio album, Dr Boondigga & The Big BW - shipping GOLD on the first day of release on 26th May 2009.
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Fat Freddy's Drop, a seven-piece dub/reggae band from Wellington, New Zealand, performs at O2 Academy Birmingham on 22 October 2026 at 18:00. The concert marks the 21st anniversary of their album Based on a True Story.
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Fat Freddy's Drop is a 7 piece live Dub/Reggae band from Wellington, New Zealand. Founded in 2001, the current lineup consists of DJ Fitchie, Joe Dukie, Toby Chang, HoPepa, Chopper Reedz, Jetlag Johnson, and Dobie Blaze. The name "Fat Freddy's Drop" is a reference to a piece of blotter art that was circulating in the NZ dance scene in the late 90's. Fat Freddy's Drop have now released their second major studio album, Dr Boondigga & The Big BW - shipping GOLD on the first day of release on 26th May 2009.
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When is Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story?
Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story takes place on Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story taking place?
Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story is held at O2 Academy Birmingham in Birmingham (16-18 Horsefair, Birmingham, B1 1DB).
Who is performing at Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story?
Fat Freddy's Drop is performing at Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story.
How do I get tickets for Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story?
Tickets for Fat Freddy's Drop - 21st anniversary of Based on a True Story can be booked via Ticketmaster using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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