” It’s not unusual for musicians to play in more than one band, but few get around quite as much as bassist John Brown. …his ‘Little’ Big Band, which is one of six – count ‘em, six – groups that Brown has.”

” Brown’s bowed playing of the melody makes his instrument the star of ‘Solitude.’”

” ‘One Night in Kernersville’ not only captures the joy of jazz but is an important step in chronicling [Durham's] important local [jazz music] scene”

“John Brown is known for his versatility, articulation, education and UNC law degree.”

“Brown’s woody bass tones are resounding and full of soulful authority…brilliant bass solo…solidly swinging and full of deep feeling from start to finish.”

“…a hard-swinging bassist…solid hard-bop music, played with consummate skill…”

“Raising the bar for bassists.”

“…incredible bass playing…”

“…a percussive infectiously swinging beat on the bass…”

“…stellar…a massively skilled and knowledgeable bassist…”

“So often tribute albums, although well intentioned, add little in terms of personality to the original tunes, and merely rely on technical expertise. However, The John Brown Quintet has gone far beyond merely settling, and has created a CD that is inspired and invested with imagination.”