“The complexity of much of the music on ‘Days of Abundance’ makes it exciting to listen to. You really get the sense that these guys are all about the music, but they aren’t afraid to have a bit of fun either.”
- Catherine L. Tully. Celtic Music Magazine

“The Barley Boys are sure to take the Celtic Community by storm; a very talented bunch of lads that know what it takes to get a crowd excited. Watch out for these boys!”
- Graham Wright. The Glengarry Bhoys

“The band approaches the 15 songs (‘It’s a Long Drive From Ireland!’) with power, pleasure and enthusiasm. Where the Barley Boys stand out is with their utterly professional approach and commitment; they know how to play and sing.”
- Jamie O’Brien. The Irish Edition

“An up and coming, rip-roaring Irish-American band!”
- Mary O’Kane. The Irish Show, WTMR Radio

“‘It’s a Long Drive from Ireland’ - is a lighthearted romp through Irish, American, and even some Canadian folk music. It begins with a bang and it ends with a bang with nary a whimper in the middle.... Well, make no mistake, this makes for great listening… these songs hold up the tail end of the album with good singing, good musicianship, and all-around good fun.”
- Tom Rooney and Fran Johnson, The Irish American.