Fred took time out from finalising his new solo album, Part-Time Rebel, to talk about playing keyboards and piano on the Hot Space tour and contributing to The Works, Star Fleet Project and Mr Bad Guy albums. The full interview is available in the Queen Fan Club’s members only magazine archive. For exclusive interviews by Dave Fordham with Tim Staffell and Jason Falloon in the winter 2020 issue,
We know the name FRED MANDEL should ring a bell on many of you: Mandel is keyboard player, guitarist, and touring/session musician who has worked with the greats. Remember the time when you read the credits of an album while listening your new LP? Fred Mandel pop-up on many.
Fred has recorded and performed keyboards, guitars, and other duties with an incredible collection of artists, including Queen (as well as Freddie Mercury and Brian May solo projects), Alice Cooper, Elton John, Supertramp, Anthrax (yes, the thrash metal band) just to name a few.
Not to mention Mandel played keyboards on the Pink Floyd iconic album ‘The Wall’ and this was followed up by some recordings with Cheap Trick.
Well, it was time for this Canadian-born musician to record a solo album, his first, titled “Part-Time Rebel“. And what you’ll expect musically? Of course, Classic Rock with a 70s / 80s sound and feeling, plus some hard rocking bluesy stuff. Talented guitarist PHILIP SAYCE appear as guest.
A timeless rock album Highly Recommended by this website.
01 - Rumrunner.mp3
02 - Together.mp3
03 - 747.mp3
04 - Something Bout You Brings Me Down.mp3
05 - 2 Day Town.mp3
06 - One Nite.mp3
07 - P.C.H.mp3
08 - Frustrated.mp3
09 - Square Hole.mp3
10 - Strawberry Hill.mp3
11 - Bring Back the Groove.mp3
12 - I Don't Know Why I Love You.mp3
13 - Slipping.mp3
Fred Mandel – Part-Time Rebel 2024
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