"Truly gripping lyrics with great themes and troubling, witty messages. An inspirational artist" (Leith FM Radio 98.8 FM Scotland) "Man, this guy sings from the heart and then some!...Each song yanks the listener fully into the story and rhythms, not to mention an emotionality imbuing Wates's plaintively melodic voice. Every cut is a gem, completely absorbing, enthralling, and thus we have a new and unique songwriter-musician already in the front ranks...Trust me, Rupert Wates is an exceedingly rare talent" (Mark Tucker, Folk And Acoustic Music Exchange http://www.acousticmusic.com/fame) "A delight to listen to...These are songs crafted with care and imbued with sincerity and conviction" (Rob Quicke, Britsound Radio New Jersey) less