A wise agent/friend once said: "GOOD REVIEWS DON'T MEAN SHIT, BUT THEY'RE 1000 TIMES BETTER THAN A BAD REVIEW!!! My mama loves me and that's all that matters.

Coast News, Feb 13th 2003
By: Ren Zenner
Williamsburg is an example of stellar production and a musical gem. A really tasty potpourri of Rock, Folk, and Country. From Beautiful Harmonies to hard rock distortion, Bowlins Autobiographical lyrics are the perfect compliment to the down-home feel of the entire album.

North County Times, 10/ 31/02
"Versatility marks these performances These guys work together beautifully-"

Robert Kinsler Critic for OC Register Show Section 4/26/02
"Celebrates the Spirit of American Music. Gritty vocals and blazing skills on Guitar and Mandolin."

Eternity Rock April 2002 Review
"Listening to this music takes you on a journey to every emotion you've ever had. Power sound and lyrics."

The Newport News May 10th 2002
"The Kelly Bowlin Band has experienced an almost Cinderella type story over the past 2 years. Dwight Yokam meets the Rolling Stones."

Orange County Register, Jan 12, 2001
"A Strong Debut, spirited and thoughtful rock. Rekindles the Ghosts of Neil Young, Ten Years After, and Bruce Springsteen. Strong Tales. I'll Wait (fifth track) is beautiful."

The Sun Post News, February 3, 2001
"If you hurry you can say you knew them when, but it's gonna take some fast footwork"

The Music Connection, May issue 2001
"Dramatically arranged, heartfelt, grounded and real!!!"

The Sun Post News, June 12, 2001
"This band is moving on up"

The Orange County Register, September 14th 2001
"Ferocious covers & stunning originals, accessible, and intelligent.

The Orange County Register, September 16th
(describing Doheny days)
"The crowd's mood was decidedly solemn through the first several performances. That began to change when the Kelly Bowlin Band unleashed a ferocious set of rock originals and fiery remakes that tapped into the crowd's palpable feelings. The Band closed with the angriest performance of the day, with the lead guitar player "Kelly Bowlin" smashing his instrument and then handing it to a fan."

"Mark Liddell, Five Star Talent Agency"
"I know national touring acts that would LOVE to get as much good press as this guy (Kelly) gets!!"