"Hummable shred, what a concept." Indeed. That was how Guitar World Magazine described Rob Balducci's debut CD "Balance". The recent release Mantra from New York guitar virtuoso Balducci keeps this tradition alive, yet offers so much more. On Mantra, Rob Balducci comes into his own. His songwriting style, multi-layered instrumental, has you believing that the guitar is his voice. There is enough guitar playing on this record to satisfy all fans of the genre, and the songs are so melodic that even if you are not a musician you will be enthralled by the melodies and moods he creates. Prepare yourself for a roller coaster ride of emotions as Mantra takes you on a guided tour through Balducci's psyche exploring all the facets of humanity, regardless of how light or how dark. The time of guitar driven music is now and Rob Balducci's recordings announce the return of the axe.
| 1 | The Dance Instrumental Guitar | 5:12 |
| 2 | Amadeo Instrumental Guitar | 3:59 |
| 3 | Fear Instrumental Guitar | 4:25 |
| 4 | Mantra Instrumental Guitar | 4:37 |
| 5 | The Crimson King Instrumental Guitar | 4:42 |
| 6 | My Last Good-Bye Instrumental Guitar | 4:28 |
| 7 | Eve Instrumental Guitar | 3:31 |
| 8 | Pressure Instrumental Guitar | 3:13 |
| 9 | Kendra Lynn Instrumental Guitar | 0:38 |
| 10 | Reckless Instrumental Guitar | 3:58 |
| 11 | The Burning Man Instrumental Guitar | 4:55 |
| 12 | No Mystery Instrumental Guitar | 3:33 |
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Interview: Rob Balducci
June-July 2005
