Fred is a long-time WMPG presenter of the Hardly Strictly Radio show, which has been on the air for over 15 years and can currently be heard Wednesday mornings at 3 AM and via the WMPG archives. Hardly Strictly reflects Fred's interest for Americana-adjacent tunes, with a focus on bluegrass, folk and roots music. Every show is different, and tries to mix new work with older artists and music. Having experienced a lot of changes in music style during his time, Fred hopes to entertain, discover and appreciate the growth and expansion of musicianship and writing skills of the artists he shares. Fred plays left-handed mandolin and lives in the hills of Cumberland County, Maine. He and his wife have two grown sons and a expanding base of grandchildren.