Rob Tardik - Balance, Energy, Laughter, Love
Balance, Energy, Laughter, Love. According to Rob, these are the four key ingredients that lead to a rewarding and fulfilling life. He has taken that philosophy and applied it to this latest collection of original music. The lead off track, East Meets Wes, is a tribute to Wes Montgomery, the late California guitarist who has been such a major influence on so many players, including Rob and Paul Brown, who co-wrote the track, co-produced it and played the electric lead. There are several other familiar names on the guest list. Warren Hill adds his sultry sax to Sunday Morning, Don Briethaupt co-wrote and plays on several tracks including Blue Midnight, Darren Rahn works his special magic on Shakin’ The House , Davor Jordanovski sets the pace on the lighthearted and aptly titled Frolic, Jaared plays some tasty counterpoint to Rob’s guitar on Smile and Gabriel Mark Hasselbach steps in to lend a hand on Waiting For Love. I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge the fine vocal talent of Francois Mulder featured on The Right Time and When It Comes To Loving You.
Congratulations Rob for a very entertaining collection of music and for sharing your approach to life. It does ring a B.E.L.L and it’s loud and true.
Reviewed by Bob Farrow
