Steve Mann's third album is a unique combination of sweet to up-beat. The Ballads are, indeed, an absorbing assortment. but there is something new that Steve doesn't generally get into....The gritty approach....With "cranging" guitars and fast lead licks. This....coupled with other up-beat tunes and, of course, the ballads (which make up the bulk of the album) make for a well rounded compilation of something for everyone. We are quite certain that you will find something for your taste on this CD.