"...sings with passion and conviction, and songs like the uptempo rocker "All Those Things I Said" and the pretty story song "Fuel for the Fire" could also be hits for any number of Nashville country stars....on "Consider This," another song full of honest emotion and authentic feeling, Brewster's beautiful baritone sails over a Paul Simon-like finger-picked acoustic guitar accompaniment. Brewster is a master of the tasteful tune, the surprising chord change, the conscientious lyric and the kind of musicality that makes every song on "Wrecking Ball" an absolute pleasure. With this album, Brewster has something to be proud of, creating one of the finest albums of this or any year." "Where other singer / songwriters usually water down their music to sound extremely polished, for radio., BREWSTER remains rooted in the Southern Outlaw sound" "Jesse has a snakebitten riding-the-range voice on him, embracing fire and firmness, sometimes even in the midst of the many ballads. He and compadre James DePrato sling some mean electric and slide guitars too, and when they get down in tandem, give 'em plenty of room 'cause the fur's gonna fly." The direction of Southern-rock-leaning numbers like the opener "All those things I said" and "God Fearin' Man" , impress with razor-sharp overdriven electric guitars and short and hot solos...Class album." "Jesse Brewster — Wrecking Ball at the Concert Hall (Crooked Prairie). The record kicks off with the dusty, freewheeling “All Those Things I Said,’ and stakes out territory that will be welcomed warmly by fans of Jackson Browne, Tom Petty and some of those post-Eagles solo albums from Don Henley et. al. From there, things take a decidedly Americana/country turn, but this is miles above what passes for modern country." "The slow bluesy Americana track "All She Deserves" is a brilliant showcase for (Brewster's) strong songwriting ability and soulful vocal. And the Skynrd-like riff on "God Fearin' Man" is near perfect country rock with a wicked solo midway towards songs end." "Each time I’ve seen Jesse Brewster on stage I’ve grown more and more baffled and frustrated. How can a talent this large not be nationwide? Jesse needs to be discovered in a big way. He’s ready for primetime. His live shows and CDs are top-quality productions that leave you wanting more. The musicianship, the showmanship, the voice, the vibe, the supporting cast — they’re all there, aching for mass consumption. His messages are direct from the heart and his sound is addicting. Book him, sign him, spread the good word. Jesse’s the man..."
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