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“Justin [Stang] has a great rock voice!”
- Jack Douglas, (Producer; John Lennon, The Who, Aerosmith)

“The exceptional voice of Justin Stang is simply amazing. As a singer/songwriter or a full band, their live show is a must see!”
- Quyen Shanahan, (WXPN; Philadelphia)

“Definitely one to watch”
-Paul Collins, Maverick Magazine

“Sideways Reign have strong songs and an even stronger work ethic—two qualities which have without a doubt elevated them to the top of the DIY heap. They are definitely an act to keep your eye on.”
- Bryan Weber, Indie on the Move

“The solid, raspy rock voice of ‘Sideways Reign’ lead singer Justin Stang is lifting the songs on their album ‘A Stand For All Stages’ to a higher qualitative level. We want to give our full support to the social engagement towards welfare goals by this band, which shows that even tough rockers can demonstrate that they have their hearts beating in the right place ”
– Rootstime (Belgium)

“Beautiful changes of pace…Casey Dehe hereby sells us a hell of a guitar solo…They sound in most cases a lot braver and more civilized than the rest of the Seattle crowd.”
– Ivan Van Belleghem, Keys and Chords (Belgium)

“Needless to say, you should pick up “A Stand For All Stages”…[Sideways Reign is] Good people, no doubt…go hang out with them.”
– Richie Frieman, Pens Eye View

“The guitar work on the album is nothing to scoff at. “Holly & Emma” contains a few riffs that are similar to The Doors’ work, and the middle of the song puts Sideways Reign’s fantastic musicianship on display.”
-Christen LaFond – Muzikreviews.com Contributor

“…fine guitar playing here. There were some killer-cool guitar solos that just rocked the spot.”
- Jimmy Rae, Skope Magazine (Aug 28, 2009)

“…A refreshingly different sound…”
- Melissa Mylchreest, Missoula Independent (Feb 25, 2010)

“Lead singer Justin Stang and lead guitarist Casey Dehe strum nearly identical Taylor guitars in a warm, bright, synchronized fashion while Stang sang with a thunderous raspy voice that shook flimsier items in the room and instantly demanded attention.”
- Nick Morgan, Ashland Daily Tidings (Feb 06, 2010)

“Sideways Reign are, all of ‘em, outstanding and often astounding musical technicians, pure listening pleasure and A Stand For All Stages is funk-hard-rock masterclass from top to bottom.”
- Unpeeled (Mar 24, 2009)

“Overall, this is one good record from a band that can actually write good songs…”
- Richard Daugherty, Origivation Magazine (Feb 01, 2010)

“…very talented…I love the song Fire, Lies and Wine. Justin [Stang]‘s voice is very catchy and stands out.”
- Stoli, Skope Magazine (Jan 26, 2010)

“…Really nice sounding rock singer…The song is damn good…”
- Joachim ‘Joe’ Brookes, RockTimes (Germany)