On the album, Reid is backed by members of his band Masque: keyboard player Leon Gruenbaum, bassist Hank Schroy, and drummer Don McKenzie.

"[10] Writing for All About Jazz, John Kelman commented: "For those who can accept more than a little metal with their rock, ambient electronica, funk and world music, Other True Self is well worth checking out.

"[6] Slant Magazine's Brian Schiller described the album as "a compelling listen," and stated: "Reid comes forth on his third post-Living Colour record exploring and progressing his wide-ranging influences.

"[7] Ted Drozdowski of The Phoenix noted that on the album, Reid "establishes a comfortable balance between berserker and team player," and remarked: "It's all hot and inventive.

"[8] In a review for Sea of Tranquility, Michael Popke wrote: "If all you know of Reid's work is Living Colour's biggest hit, 'Cult of Personality,' Other True Self will make for a revealing listen.