"Knows more folk songs than a Public TV Pledge Drive" “David delights in straightforward songs played well and sincerely. May there continue to be a place for his type in this troubled and troubling world.” — Shepherd Express, Milwaukee

"Folksinger and living Milwaukee legend ..." " ... the keeper of old folk songs in Wisconsin." — Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

"David HB Drake gives an added dimension to the term Renaissance Man." — South Central Wisconsin News

" ... an articulator of dreams"   — Great Lakes Scanner

"David HB Drake is a bright ray of sunlight. His special brand of down - home showmanship demonstrated that one man with a handful of musical instruments and an attitude can still hold an audience in this electronic age" "David's simple but catchy songs make him a natural teacher." — Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

" ... like that favorite old sweater, David HB Drake may not be the flashiest or most stylish on the scene, but listening to him on SECRET GARDEN is a very pleasant and comfortable experience." " ... a promising composition debut from a well-traveled troubadour." — SING OUT!  The Folk Song Magazine

"This friendly collection of traditionally inspired material has a great deal of down home heart and soul" "as welcoming and kindly as a back porch sing-along on a summer's day" — VICTORY REVIEW Acoustic Music Review Magazine

"You'll likely be reminded of Santa Claus and Walt Whitman ... " — Catholic Herald