Franky Freedom, a.k.a. François Laliberté, is a drummer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and sound engineer based in Montreal. A Berklee College of Music graduate and Dean’s List honoree, he has emerged as a rising figure in today’s music scene, combining rhythmic virtuosity, sonic depth, and a unique artistic vision.
Blending structured improvisation with the codes of Future Jazz—a fusion of jazz, electronic music, R&B, and post-fusion—Franky emphasizes sound design, precision, and emotion in every performance.
In 2022, he launched his solo project Franky Freedom with a self-titled album praised for its creativity and bold collaborations with artists such as Wayne Krantz, Evan Marien, and Robin Mullarkey (Jacob Collier).
Currently working on his second album and collaborating with Gary Willis (Tribal Tech) and Mark Lettieri (Snarky Puppy), Franky continues to expand his hybrid musical universe within the international scene.
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