(Photo: John Lynner Peterson) |
Reviews
"Our audience was spellbound for the duration of his performance." (C. Murphy, Concerts In Your Home reviews, April 2012)
"I'm not sure which to praise more: Rupert Wates' marvellous lyrics, the spotless music, or that streetside cabaret folk voice of his, a crafted instrument which seduces as it gently reproves...This is one gifted S.O.B., throwing off song after affecting song with what appears to be complete ease... If you're not hip to this guy, you're missing a lot." (Mark S. Tucker on Rupert Wates' latest album "(At The) Losers' Motel." Read the full review at Folk And Acoustic Music Exchange.)
"What a privilege to explore the musical and poetic mind of this profound songwriter... He's a wonderful guitarist and singer, and presents an immensely appealing repertoire. But his songs are not merely beautiful -- they also satisfy on a deep, authentic level, as only the best material can. These songs will go straight to your heart." (M. McLeod, Concerts In Your Home reviews, January 2012)
"What a performance... His vocal charms combined with his deft guitar skills made this ArtMusic concert one of the most memorable in the series. It was a sheer delight to hear him play and share the stories associated with many of the tunes... It was as if Mr. Wates was standing at the well of humanity and drawing up the emotions and experiences of mankind to the surface where they could nourish those who partook of them from his vocal and musical instruments." (Full review at The Forwardian Arts Society July 9, 2011)
"Beautiful, arresting, heartwarming and soulful storytelling set to music." (San Francisco Fringe Reviews, 2011)
"Emotionally rich original songs with meaningful historical elements...the CD ("JOE'S CAFE") is absolutely indispensable. Moments of celebration, humor, moments of bittersweet melancholy, and everything in between, sometimes all at once." (San Francisco Fringe Reviews, 2011)
"[His] narrative storytelling is superb -- even by the highest folkmusic standards."
(Jim Abbott, Orlando Sentinel)
"Completely accessible at several levels, Rupert is a thinking man's songwriter... You just want to listen to every word of every song."
(Don Ash, Black Eyed Susan's Acoustic Cafe, Angelica, NY)
"Man, this guy sings from the heart and then some!...Each song yanks the listener fully into the story and rhythms, not to mention an emotionality imbuing Wates's plaintively melodic voice. Every cut is a gem, completely absorbing, enthralling, and thus we have a new and unique songwriter-musician already in the front ranks...Trust me, Rupert Wates is an exceedingly rare talent."
(Mark S. Tucker, Folk And Acoustic Music Exchange)
"Truly gripping lyrics with great themes and troubling, witty messages. An inspirational artist."
(Leith FM Radio 98.8 FM Scotland)
"A fantastic song writer and a mesmerizing guitar player."
(Christine Sampson, Port Jefferson Patch)
"Potent melodies and strong hooks...delivered by a seasoned hand."
(CD Universe)
"Robust folk music with lyrics that are sometimes dark, sometimes light but always clever and insightful."
(The Ectophiles' Guide To Good Music)
"Uniformly excellent in both performance and creation."
(James Haag, Port Jefferson Patch)
"A delight to listen to...These are songs crafted with care and imbued with sincerity and conviction."
(Rob Quicke, Britsound Radio New Jersey)
"A songwriter of the very highest quality."
(Stefan Schmoe, Online Musik Magazine, Germany)
"A singer who makes you think while he entertains... Rupert Wates manages that tricky tightrope with great skill."
(Chris Kocher, PressConnects.com)
"[Wates] made us all sit up pop-eyed at what he could do with six strings."
(Keith Harrelson, Moonlight On The Mountain) |
