[13] Stereo Review wrote that "Montoya is living proof that you don't have to be from the Deep South to get a grip on the blues.

"[8] The Wall Street Journal noted the album in its year-end review, praising the Albert King-like "meaty sound.

"[16] The Ottawa Citizen said that "the fiery intensity of his guitar work is kept in check by a clean and precise vocal delivery.

"[17] The Lake Geneva Regional News stated that the album "shows off his biting guitar tone" and "shuffling grooves".

[18] AllMusic concluded that "even those familiar with his gutsy, electrifying style will be taken aback by the stylistic variety and musical depth.