Robert's music displays a distinct technical regard, particularly his progressive rock/fusion compositions. Lots of percussion accent the  lead guitar and keyboard solos, with a hint of Santana, DiMeola, Jeff Beck, Jan Hammer & Hendrix. Robert's latest CD "Surfin' Colorado" is a compilation of his high energy rock instrumentals and vocal songs to launch you on your snowboard above timberline. Crank it up and hit the slopes! Robert's CD "Me, Myself & Eye", is an instrumental collection of progressive/fusion, and latin rock compositions. Composed, engineered, produced and performed exclusively by Robert Burkhardt. See much more at www.robertburkhardt.com

Sounds Like: Jeff Beck, Santana

Press Info

"Extremely versatile composer of a variety of styles. High energy progressive rock is his forte."

Similar Artists

Santana, Jeff Beck

Influences

Brand X , Jeff Beck, Hendrix, Return To Forever, Rolling Stones, Al DiMeola, Jan Hammer, Dixie Dregs, Sly Stone, Santana, Eric Johnson

Bio

Robert’s primary instrument is guitar, he also plays and composes on keyboards, percussion & bass guitar. Songs from Robert’s CD "Only Human", have been featured on KCSU-FM 90.5 in Ft.Collins, as part of their "Featured Artist Of The Week" series. He has been highlighted in strats.com-The official website of the "Fender Stratocaster", for his high energy instrumental compositions "Passing Lane", and "Stormchaser".
In May ’00, his rock song "Look Before You Leap" was showcased in Takarajima Magazine.
Robert has reached the TopTen in the Colorado Region numerous times for "Sibling Rivalry", & "Predator", His instrumental composition "Delirium" has reached the Broadjam Top Ten, and Earth Top Ten Charts.