[1] Allmusic's Rovi told that "an easygoing folk-pop sound dominates, the boys still manage to rock it up a bit on songs like the propulsive title track.

"[1] At Christianity Today, Russ Breimeier noted that "the more striking difference between Psalms and Carry Away, however, is the polished production.

Rovi of Allmusic told that "unlike some other Christian pop artists, Barnard and Everett don't do anything to disguise their lyrical intentions; every song on CARRY AWAY deals with faith in an earnest and upfront way.

"[1] At Christianity Today, Russ Breimeier found that "eespite the quiet ending and the increased leanings to pop, Carry Away is a strong worship album of dazzling musicianship and powerful vocalists.

"[2] Cross Rhythms' Greg Inglis said that the duo "are still relative unknowns but this is sure to change with this release.