Fredy V & The Foundation’s brand new album NO TRIBE NO I marks a bold evolution for the Montreal-based collective, blending funk, R&B, Afrobeats, and hip hop into a genre defying sound fuelled by live instrumentation, tight vocals, and infectious groove. Helmed by Senegalese-Cape Verdean artist Fredy V and longtime collaborator Mel Pacifico, the group channels a rich cultural heritage and diverse musical influences into electrifying performances designed to captivate diverse audiences worldwide.
In 2020, the group released their debut EP ONE STEP, and across their journey, Fredy V & The Foundation have collaborated with acclaimed artists including Snarky Puppy, Kool & The Gang, Roy Ayers, Lou Phelps, and Oddisee, to name a few. The new album NO TRIBE NO I has generated strong excitement for its bold fusion of funk, R&B, Afrobeats, and hip hop, showcasing the collective’s seasoned musicianship, live instrumentation, precise vocal delivery, and infectious funk energy.
Their shows captivate universally, whether thrilling early evening outdoor stages for all ages crowds with irresistible rhythms or igniting night venues with unstoppable groove. Preparing for a 2026 Canadian summer tour, Fredy V & The Foundation are primed to light up stages and bring the NO TRIBE NO I experience nationwide.
“If NO TRIBE NO I is any indication, Fredy V & The Foundation are a group built for the stage. Their live instrumentation, tight vocal delivery and undeniable funk energy would no doubt make for a standout performance.” — Ear Milk
“To put this into a genre box would be an injustice. There’s everything from notes of afro funk, Brazilian fusions, hip hop elements, sounds of the 80’s, this art is forging a genre all on its own.” — Cups N Cakes
