"There's no stopping this kid!... 
-Hedi Weiss, Chicago Sun Times

"Huge young, talent... Terrific!"
-Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune

"The Empty Pockets have a bright future. They play intelligent, well-crafted pop/rock with substance that still manages to not get bogged down in its own importance. Buddy Holly would be proud." 
-Duke Egbert, Daily Vault Album Reviews

"The songs are melodic and interesting and they're obviously talented musicians that work together... I guess the best word to describe this band is fun.  They seem to be having the time of their lives, which is infectious..."
-Amy Lotsberg, Producer of Collected Sounds

"There's a young man who is calling you and asking you to stop feeling all alone. Don't let him down, because he has not let you down... This is music made by Josh Solomon and his band. Josh is a young recording artist who writes and sings as if he is already an old master of the pop/rock genre."
-Michael Capozzoli Jr. - Former Billboard Magazine Editor, Interviews of Recording Artists

"The Empty Pockets pretty much stick to playing fun rock ‘n’ roll on Under The Bed, starting with vocalist/guitarist Josh Solomon’s spirited scat on the opening “Meaningless Words.” “Freedom To Be” is a sarcastic take on politics while “Monsters” glances back at childhood memories in a country & western arrangement. Solomon also offers the homespun romantic ballads,”Beautiful To Me” and “You’re The One.”"
-Terrence Flamm, Illinois Entertainer

"the Empty Pockets are a slower rock band with clever and very clear lyrics. They must have quite an array of musical influences that they look up to."
-Jonny Havoc, Big Smile Magazine

"the Empty Pockets is an outstanding Chicago area based band that writes catchy, interesting, and sometimes funny music that you can listen to again and again... Their single "Fall Right Now" is climbing the charts in smaller markets and you'll quickly be singing along (and laughing at a few parts also). Check out "Leaving Jackson" on their MySpace page to hear the vocals of co-lead singer Erika Brett who is a wonderful addition to the band. These are great songs and more impressive is that it's a great album all the way through."
-Ira Miller, Emerge Music Group

"We asked our user community on Facebook to give us some names of some of their favorite musicians and amongst those submitted... the Empty Pockets came out on top."
-Bands.tv

"These people have a sense of humor. Don't get me wrong, they're more than serious about their work ethic, practice, writing, getting out to the audience, and all, but they write songs that have their Creative Tongue firmly in cheek... 'Monsters' is a hoot. This is a Band you should go see if they're anywhere within driving distance. It's great music done by people who like to create FUN, as well."
-Dr. Rex Dexter, The Arts are Global

"Well today I stumbled across a band that not only has a fun and polished sound but also has the most of awesome of names...It’s pretty simple really; there aren’t a lot of albums I listen through once and go 'Damn, I really really like this.'... I was sold on Under The Bed before the first track was over."
-Josh Curry, The Writerly Stuff

"What I’ve come to realize over the last week or so is they get it. They don’t just twitter silly news updates, they actually engage in conversations with their fans. They spout off random facts sometimes and they acknowledge people. Those simple things really make that connection to the band stronger... the Empty Pockets are the little guys right now, but if they keep up this networking and connecting with fans they’re on the right track to building a loyal following and combined with their musical talent (which they’ve got in spades) and a little luck (because it always takes some luck) they won’t stay the little guys for long."
-Josh Curry, The Writerly Stuff

"They are the songs you blast with the windows down while cruising down Lake Shore on the first 70 degree spring day on your way to the Cubs game... Their catchy hooks may be mistaken for pop candy, but listen more closely and you’ll find there are equal parts of sweetness, wit and truth. Throw in the fresh face factor, Midwestern work ethic, and genuine love for what they do, and you get a pop-rock group that is neither over-produced nor underwhelming. What they are is genuine... Their music is accessible, fun-but still poignant and lyrical. They are the younger answer to Jason Mraz’s wordplay. They are the Barenaked Ladies without the substance abuse problem. They are best friends and lovers. They are a humble pop-rock group that makes fun of them selves before anyone else can. They are... the Empty Pockets."
-roseweaver, Contemplation Over Hot Chocolate