About Freddie McCoy
Lived 1932 – 2009 (aged 76). Freddie McCoy was an American musician.
Freddie McCoy (November 29, 1932 – September 27, 2009) was an American soul jazz vibraphonist. He started his career with Johnny "Hammond" Smith, in 1961, and released seven albums for Prestige Records plus one in 1971 for the short-lived Cobblestone Records, before leaving the music industry.
McCoy died in September 2009, aged 76.
Discography As leader Lonely Avenue (Prestige, 1965) Spider Man (Prestige, 1965) Funk Drops (Prestige, 1966) Peas 'n' Rice (Prestige, 1967) Beans & Greens (Prestige, 1967) Soul Yogi (Prestige, 1968) Listen Here (Prestige, 1968) Gimme Some! (Cobblestone, 1971)
As sideman With Johnny "Hammond" Smith Stimulation (Prestige, 1961) Opus De Funk (Prestige, 1961 )
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Freddie McCoy?
American musician (1932–2009)
When was Freddie McCoy born?
Freddie McCoy was born on 29 November 1932.
When did Freddie McCoy die?
Freddie McCoy died on 27 September 2009.
What was Freddie McCoy's occupation?
Freddie McCoy was a musician.
What nationality was Freddie McCoy?
Freddie McCoy was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Freddie McCoy. https://biography.guide/freddie-mccoy/
MLA: "Freddie McCoy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/freddie-mccoy/.
Chicago: "Freddie McCoy." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/freddie-mccoy/.
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