Album Notes

"This project showcases the talents of multi-instrumentalist Chad Fadely who plays not only mandolin, but also mandola, mandocello, guitar and bass. Fadely is accompanied on this project by Alex Hargreaves on fiddle, Bill Neaves on guitar, Ivan Rosenberg on resonator guitar, Rick Ryan on bass, Mary Sackmann on bass, and Steve Taft on banjo. The Montana-based Fadely has produced a delightful 12-song all-instrumental project of mostly original material such as “Orcas Isle,” “Cold Snowy Morning,” “Ode To Joy,” and the title cut “iMando.” The covers include “Liza Jane” and “Texas Gales.” These are all good musicians and the production is clear and well-balanced. The packaging is a simple sleeve, but provides a good format for this type of release. Look for more to come from Chad Fadely. (www.chadfadely.com) BF"

...Bluegrass Unlimited, April 2011

If you love good music that features great local musicians, you will not be disappointed. Chad surrounded himself with some of the top players in the area. Ivan Rosenberg on resophonic guitar, Steve Taft on banjo, Alex Hargreaves on fiddle, Bill Neaves on guitar, Rick Ryan on bass and Mary Sackmann on bass. Chad shows his multiple talents playing mandolin, mandola, bouzouki, mandocello, guitar, and bass. Chad also produced and engineered most of the tracks. Richie Reinholdt mixed and mastered the project.

“iMando” will capture your ear and lift your mood no matter how bad your mood may be. You will find your toe moving to the beat, and a smile pulling on the corners of your face. Most of the tunes on “iMando” are originals by Chad and of course are arranged extremely well. I am not known to be a “tune head” I prefer songs with words. I appreciate the tunes that Chad has come up with, and admire the talent it takes to make such tunes sound as smooth as these do. “iMando” ranges from a “new acoustic” sound to a traditional bluegrass flavor. I highly recommend “iMando” to anyone who enjoys good music even if you’re not a “tune head”.