| Here's a bunch of things folks have said about Samusson & Tomassi:
"The vocals are absolutely stunning . The harmonies soar." - John McClure, Victory Review
"These are well written, hard-punching tunes full of social commentary, biting wit, and the pure joy of life." - Heartsong Review, Eugene, Oregon
"Samusson & Tomassi demonstrate the powerful synergy that occurs when music and social awareness are combined. They are talented storytellers with a special gift for thoughtful lyrics and beautiful harmonies; one of the best acts to evolve out of the New Folk scene." - jesika maria ross, KDVS FM, Davis, California
"Samusson & Tomassi have the ability to truly connect with an audience. Their music carries a strong feeling of inclusion and community. They remind us of our humanity." - Robyn Shanti, KBOO FM, Portland, Oregon
"The songs of Samusson & Tomassi deal with transformation: personal, spiritual, and political." - Lisa Lepine, Southeast Examiner
"Well-crafted, thoughtful, and thought-provoking songs. Rich melodies and harmonization are characteristic of the duo composed of singer-songwriter Todd Samusson and vocalist/percussionist Linda Tomassi. The two have been performing their blend of country, gospel, and blues influenced folk together for the past eight years, opening for national acts and receiving praise in folk circles. - Hipfish Magazine, Astoria, OR
"Samusson's folk-rock balladeering shows traces of songwriters from Woody Guthrie through Bob Dylan to Bruce Springsteen and Bruce Cockburn." - Dan Handelman, Portland Alliance
"The world is very much in need of this kind of music and dedicated songwriters willing to follow their hearts." - Sharleen Leahy, publisher/editor, Songs for Peace, Brooklyn, NY
"... the pair have made a consistently tuneful and thoughtful record. The music draws on country, folk, and gospel influences producing a comfortable weave that hugs like a pair of jeans."
- Tim Casebeer, Willamette Week, Portland, OR
"Todd Samusson and Linda Tomassi are one acoustic guitar, two gutsy voices, and ten impassioned songs. They display a deep concern for ecology, peace, and social justice, and their fervor for the worker shows on such songs as 'Wings of Music', 'Labor Day', and 'Folks 'Round Here'. Their sound is so majestic
the primal vocal finale on 'When the Walls Come Down' is more powerful than an entire orchestra." - Dirty Linen Magazine, review of The Jericho Mine, Samusson & Tomassi's debut album
"Whatever it is, it sure sounds good." - Becky Ohlsen, This Week Magazine, Portland, OR
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