New review for Doug MacLeod’s Break The Chain recording in Making A Scene:
“MacLeod has a rhythmic guitar style, a soulful voice and loves to tell a story usually via a narrative in which he builds rapport with his audience. His regular band mates Denny Croy, bass; and BMA award winner Jimi Bott, drums; are joined by percussionist Oliver Brown (who has worked with everyone from KC & The Sunshine Band to Nancy Wilson) and special guest, his son Jesse MacLeod, second guitar. Suffice it to say the expanded lineup has added additional drama to the production by MacLeod and Janice Mancuso. … MacLeod’s influences not only include bluesmen like George “Harmonica” Smith but also contemporary artists of our generation. This is a beautiful album.” —Richard Ludmerer, Making A Scene