• "“Sweet Surrender” is mournful, modern and magical." - Tonemill Blog
•  "His song is a rowdy folk-rock sea shanty, performed on a boat and written from the perspective of a fearless captain. A spirited guitar and harmonica function as the 'loyal crew' he celebrates." - NPR Music
• "These guys are definitely students of rock." - CoolDad Music
• “'Satisfied' lives up to its name for the listener with an eclectic mix of edgy, rootsy power rock that combines styles throughout the rock era." - My Central Jersey
• Acknowledged via 2014 Asbury Park Music Awards as one of the (Top Rock Bands). - APMA's
• Acknowledged via 2015 Asbury Park Music Awards as Top Pop Rock Band, Top Male Acoustic Act, Top Music Video - APMA's
• Acknowledged via 2016 Asbury Park Music Awards as Top Pop Rock Band. APMA's
• Received airplay on 90.5 The Night’s Fresh Tracks w/ Jeff Raspe for the song “Old New Jersey Town”.
• Performed on live TV for the show R U A Star on the Manhattan Neighborhood Network (MNN).
• “Their music resonates with all ages”. – PopBreak 
• "Ian Bamberger Trio has built up a reputation in the local NJ scene for sizzling live performances". - Speak Into My Good Eye
• " What a band: tight, smooth, but kick-ass guitars; steady, inventive bass lines; and hard ass drumming". - Audio Fuzz
• "Loud guitar, gut wrenching vocals, powerful drums, and tight bass lines". - Vents Mag