Balance was an early 1980s Rock / Hard Rock band based out of New York City and fronted by Illinois native, Peppy Castro, formerly of Blues Magoos. Other original members included guitarist Bob Kulick and arranger/keyboardist Doug Katsaros. Following the recording of their self-titled debut album with session musicians, Balance added the rhythm section of drummer Chuck Burgi and bassist Dennis Feldman to the lineup.

The group's most noteworthy release was 1981's "Breaking Away" from their eponymous debut album. The song peaked at No. 22 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. The album's follow-up single, "Falling in Love", peaked at No. 58. The band failed to reach the chart again.