Press Quotes ~ Poems That Live As People 

"There’s no denying the immediately infectious approach that underscores practically every one of the ten tracks found here... They’re more than simply superb; they’re absolutely spellbinding as well... Poems That Live As People feels more like a milestone, one that sets this duo apart and establishes their spectacular, singular sound." —No Depression
 

 Press Quotes ~ You Are Acres

“The kind of album clearly capable of casting its spell, and once that’s accomplished,
it refuses to let go.”—No Depression 

"...a gorgeous follow-up to their stunning debut. In today’s ricochet world, The Winterlings’ new record resonates well, making for a magnificent respite." —PASTE 

“It’s hard not to be drawn into the poetry of the band’s new album, You Are Acres.” —Stereo Subversion 

"A gorgeous collection of songs." —PopMatters 

“Filled with imagery pulled from the absurdly gorgeous region we live in, You Are Acres is the product of The Winterlings’ introspection.”—The Seattle Times 
 

“The Winterlings have a way of connecting with an audience that not a lot of bands
have the ability to do. There's a realness there... it's like being part of the family.
Going to a Winterlings show feels like coming home to nest.” —KSER

"Five years since their first album came out, The Winterlings have released You Are Acres, and it was certainly worth the wait. Its lyrics are reminiscent of an incredibly good book. Listeners can smell the apples Birdsall and Bowden sing of, they can feel the moss-covered grass, they can envision the cedars breathing in and out and the rivers flowing. The Winterlings have painted a picture, bringing immeasurable life to their music." —Mxdwn.com 

Press Quotes ~ The Animal Groom 

"Excellent... an undeniable gem... will haunt both your waking hours and dreams."
~ NO DEPRESSION
 

"One of the 26 can't miss acts of CMJ." (Out of 1287 Bands) ~ PASTE 

 The Winterlings have "a song that really knocks me out. It's one of my current favorites."
~ WXPN 

"If you like The Weepies, then folky/rootsy duo The Winterlings just might be your cup of herbal tea. The timeless eleven songs on their new album The Animal Groom serve to remind listeners of the power of two voices in an acoustic setting." ~ The Bay Area Reporter

  
 "One of the 28 Best Bands of CMJ." (Out of 1287 bands) ~ Black Book, NYC 

  
 "Beautiful harmonies, poetic lyrics, really stunning stuff." ~The Patriot-News 

“Sincere and affecting… With its rollicking banjo underpinnings and dripping-with-yearning vocals, “Jennie Hodgers” is nearly worth the price of admission all by its lonesome.” 
~ PopMatters  

 "I  love it . . . it's really beautifully and thoughtfully and delicately   
put together.  It's great work . . . And I hope you're getting a really strong   
response to it.  You should be." ~ Danny Schmidt, Folk Legend 

  
“The Winterlings are a credible musical act with something real to offer.” ~ LMNOP.COM 

"I listened to your CD over the weekend and loved it!" 
~ WMUD/WCLX 

"The Winterlings have arrived on the scene with a stunning album, The Animal Groom. Amanda Birdsall and Wolff Bowden follow their muse and create a singular performance experience through music, painting and poetry. " ~ PhillyFunGuide 

 The Winterlings “serve up some amazing folk music.” ~ The Aquarian   

 The Animal Groom is “a modern classic… a collection of gems.” ~ Beast of Bourbon


"It took me back to the old kind of folk music (Bob Dylan and Woody Guthrie). The Music is Great! People are going to enjoy this." ~ NPR's Arts Spotlight (WQCS)