"[7] Writing for All About Jazz, John Sharpe remarked: "Although the sound is slightly distant, it passes muster for a live date of this vintage, with every instrument distinct and audible... the set easily merits release and forms a substantive if belated addition to the discography of Wright.

"[5] Raul Da Gama stated that "the notes that shoot out of [Wright's] horn come in intense purple bursts that assault the minds ear in quantum packets of energy that sear the eye with their blue light from heaven's gate... As the musicians reach the dénouement of this suite its beauty is announced as if a holy communion has been shared with the spirits up above in this spectacular and unforgettable homage to the great Albert Ayler.

"[8] Mike Shanley of Jazz Times wrote that the album "might not maintain focus from beginning to end, but it doesn't spare on energy, which almost carries through... Ulmer plays with a manic freedom that still has a blues undercurrent.

"[9] In a review for Culture Catch, Steve Holtje commented: "The fiery power of this quartet is astounding... Blues for Albert Ayler is proof that there are still musical treasures to be unearthed.

"[10] Bird is the Worm's Dave Sumner remarked: "It's an album that's best appreciated for its raw emotional power, the ferocity and perseverance of the artists through the long performance given, without pause, and the unbridled desire to conjure up everything they had and show it to the world... Archival finds like this should be treasured.