Signed his first record to DIY Discs in 1996 and started traveling internationally.
Was the first Montreal DJ to make it big outside Canada. In fact, on his first trip to the UK in 1997, Fred’s set at the Sub Club was cited best set of In the City Music conference by DJ Magazine.
Has toured the globe performing at such legendary and exotic venues as Fabric in London, Stereo in Montreal, El Divino in Ibiza, Lov.e in Sao Paulo, Propaganda in Moscow and a new residency at Club Next Door in Hawaii
He’s a regular at the Miami Winter Music Conference performing alongside Mark Farina, King Britt and Francois Kevorkian and has recently played on the OM records float @ the San Francsico Love Parade
Back in the rave days, Fred was known for playing sets that would go from house, to techno and even drum and bass hence his Everything pseudonym. Originally he was called DJ Everything which eventually changed to Fred Everything.
20:20 Vision Head honcho Ralph Lawson considers him to be one of the best house DJ’s on the planet.
Has released original material and remixes on top labels such as: 20:20 Vision, Om Records (remixes of Kaskade, and Afro-Mystik), Turbo, Grand Royal (remix of Bran Van 3000 with Curtis Mayfield), Bombay (remix of Derrick Carter), Defected (remix of IZ and Diz), Compost, Feerange, not to mention cheeky re-edits of Missy Elliot and Erykah Badhu.
His 2 artist albums: “Under The Sun” (2000) and “Light Of Day” (2004), both on 20:20 Vision, have been acclaimed by the press, the latest being quoted as “The Best Album of The Year” by iDJ Magazine.
Released 3 mix cds: “Disconnection” (InMix 1997), “DJSET-01” on (Intonation 2001), and “House of Om” (Om Records, Nov 22nd) followed by an EP “Soulmates” (Om Records TBA)
Released a collection of his best remixes titled ‘From The Deep’ (Bombay 2002)
Throws a monthly Lazy Days (his own label) party at Salon Daome in Montreal. It looks and feels like an apartment, it’s actually a studio during the day. Very much a New York party kinda vibe.
Video for "Revolution" (from Under the Sun) aired on MTV worldwide and was licensed for a number of their reality shows like Making the Video and Newly Weds.
Collaborated with: AtJazz, Mark Bell, Miguel Graca, Toka Project, Joseph Malik, Karl The Voice, Heather, Roy Davis Jr, Andy Caldwell, Jt Donaldson, Lance DeSardi, The New Mastersounds, and Tortured Soul.
Tracks have appeared on over 100 compilations worldwide by people like Danny Tennaglia, Steve Lawler, Danny Howells, Terry Lee Brown Jr, and Hipp-e and Halo.
*taken from fredeverything.com
Here I Am
Fred Everything Lyrics
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He turned to me and heard me cry
He lifted me out of the slimy pit
out of the mud and mire
He set my feet on a rock
and gave me a firm place to stand
He put a new song in my mouth
a hymn of praise to our God
you did not desire
Burnt and sin offerings
you did not require
(Chorus)
Here I am
I desire to do you will, oh God
Here I am
Your word is within my heart
Here I am
I desire to do your will, oh God
Here I am
Cause you set my feet...
(Chorus)
Here I am
These lyrics are taken from a song called "Here I Am" by electronic music producer Fred Everything. The lyrics are based on Psalm 40 from the Bible which is a psalm of praise and thanksgiving that speaks to God's power and goodness. The song begins on a note of patience and hope, as the singer waits for the Lord to hear their prayers. The imagery of being lifted out of a slimy pit and placed on a firm rock is significant, symbolizing the idea of being saved from a desperate situation and given a new sense of stability and purpose. The singer expresses their gratitude and praise to God for what they have done.
The next few lines "Sacrifice and offering, you did not desire, burnt and sin offerings, you did not require" serves as a reminder that God does not require external offerings or sacrifices, but rather values the intentions of the heart. This is a recurring sentiment in the Psalms and is emphasized here to show the importance of being sincere and genuine in their worship.
The chorus is a repetition of the phrase "Here I am," which is a declaration of submission and surrender to God's will. The singer desires to do God's will as they have already felt the power of God's grace and salvation in their life. The concluding line of the chorus "Cause you set my feet," is an acknowledgement that it is only through God that they have been able to find a new sense of direction and purpose.
Overall, the lyrics of "Here I Am" reflect deep faith and personal experience of the power of God's love and mercy. The song is a powerful expression of gratitude and devotion to God.
Line by Line Meaning
I waited patiently for the Lord
I had faith and trusted that the Lord would hear my cry and come to my rescue.
He turned to me and heard me cry
The Lord paid attention to my plea and responded to my cries for help.
He lifted me out of the slimy pit
The Lord rescued me from a stagnant, unpleasant, and hopeless situation.
out of the mud and mire
The Lord saved me from the undesirable and dirty circumstances I was in.
He set my feet on a rock
The Lord provided me with a steady and stable foundation to stand on.
and gave me a firm place to stand
The Lord gave me the strength and stability I needed to face life's challenges head-on and achieve success.
He put a new song in my mouth
The Lord filled me with joy and hope, and I am thankful for His mercy and goodness.
a hymn of praise to our God
I am filled with gratitude and praise for the Lord's salvation and protection.
Sacrifice and offering
The Lord doesn't need us to make offerings, sacrifices, or prayers for Him.
you did not desire
He isn't looking for any materialistic things from us because he already has everything.
Burnt and sin offerings
Even burnt and sin offerings are not required by the Lord as long as you have true faith in him.
you did not require
All he wants from us is pure faith combined with good actions.
Here I am
I am ready and willing to follow the Lord's path with complete devotion.
I desire to do your will, oh God
I want to do God's will and follow His plan for my life.
Your word is within my heart
I have memorized and internalized God's teachings to stay on His right path and follow His commandments.
Cause you set my feet...
The Lord has given me unshakable faith and a strong foundation, so I am ready to face the world's challenges.
Lyrics © Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN)
Written by: DAVE WARRIN, FREDRICK BLAIS, LISA SHAW
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