"Awesome!!! I have seen him live at Thalian Hall in Wilmington, NC (site of this recording) and he is even more entertaining in person than on this CD. In my opinion his studio albums do not capture the energy he exudes on stage and if you are a first time listener, this is the CD for you."
His music stays with you forever
D. King | 12/22/1998
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I fell in love with Mike Cross' music and the energy he exudes on stage over 20 years ago. He performed at our college(St. Andrews, Laurinburg, NC) at least twice a year. I have a couple of his lp's and I was excited to find his CD's particularly on the west coast. You will love the humor and insights to life in all of his music."
Excellent, a joy to listen to.
Richard Parker ( carlascop@ctc.net) | Concord, NC | 09/09/1998
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Would recommend to anyone who enjoys lively, upbeat music. I have ben looking for this on C.D. for years, and now have. My album has major gashes on several songs."
"I first heard Mike Cross at Winflield,Kansas more than a decade ago. He remains one of the reasons that I make the trek to the Walnut Valley Festival in this great setting as often as possible. This particular albumn ( I had it in LP, no kidding) is one of my alltime favorites. In particular, it is a classic rendition of his "Scottsman", and "Appalachian Fiddle".. Finally, I could listen to the driving energy of his "Goodnight" all night. If you never heard Mike either on the main stage at Winfield on Saturday night, or, later at "Stage 5" you are missing a good bet! This album is as close as you can come without actually coming to Kansas in September! Bill Matthews, Norman OK"
Rare blend of heart, humor, and energy.
Ranger Bob | Kingsport, TN | 07/04/1998
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Mike Cross is at his best when performing before a live audience. The music on this CD is proof of that. Besides his wonderful abilities with 6- and 12-string guitar, fiddle, and vocals, he also has a good sense of humor. His energy shines through on such instrumentals as Carrboro Crossing, Goodnight Medley, and Greensleeves."