"The old saying may be that practice makes perfect, but in the world of songwriting, perfect can be boring. In the case of A.J. Roach, the result of his practice is far better than perfection, it’s a passionate songwriting style, one that digs into the past and celebrates the musical richness of his Appalachian home."

"If you don't think you'd be into the soulful brand of country-folk AJ plays, you should attend one of his performances simply for his clever stage presence and dry wit. Once you're there, I guarantee he'll change your mind about the music."

"If you don't think you'd be into the soulful brand of country-folk AJ plays, you should attend one of his performances simply for his clever stage presence and dry wit. Once you're there, I guarantee he'll change your mind about the music."

"His Americana folk songs unfold beautiful narratives and a gritty sentiment not heard since the late great Townes Van Zandt last broke the hearts of an audience."