Grab Your Guns" had "a hook big enough to raise the Titanic" and that the album was "awash in strong melodies and irrepressible choruses" and was "sure to resonate for years to come".

[1] An "emeritus" reviewer with the username "Kiran" on Sputnikmusic said "though My American Heart lacks originality in an already overcrowded pop rock scene, the well crafted and catchy melodic songs make for a memorable follow-up album from the San Diego outfit".

Kiran summed up by saying "It's not original, it's not innovative, it's not musically complex, but these guys have the potential to master the art of creating memorable songs.

"[3] In May 2007, My American Heart filmed a music video for lead single "The Shake (Awful Feeling)" with director Travis Kopach, produced by Dignity & Shame/Refused TV.

[3] In December 2007, the band shot a second music video for "The Shake (Awful Feeling)" with director Hal Randall which was released in March 2008.