This second CD from southern California singer-songwriter Bill Reveles has very much American sounding roots to the music. A bit like the Jayhawks, but a tad heavier with jangly guitars and driving rhythms. Bill's passionate voice reminds one of a male version of Chrissie Hynde with its inflections, and the songs are laced with solid harmonies. Peppy rockers like "Down On Love" and occasional forays into efforts reminiscent of John Lennon's edgier solo stuff (remember "Cold Turkey"?) are interspersed with the moody anti-ballad "Crucify Myself" and truer ballads like the breathless "Say What's On Your Mind". That may be the most explanatory song title when it comes to the tried and true song subjects that are fraught with thoughtful lyrics. Although the subject matter is a tad on the down side, the emotion Bill puts into the music gives the listener the pathos to enjoy it. - Music Morsels

Reveles reveals in his liner notes "poor as I am, as impoverished I most surely will stay, I love what I do." That is extremely evident in this outstanding disc that puts Reveles in the auspicious company of indie pop veterans like Bill Lloyd and Jamie Hoover/Spongetones. In fact, the opening track could be easily mistaken as a lost Lloyd gem, as could much of this material! For more Not Lame based references, think of Jeff Larson and Michael Oliver for Not Lamers familiar w/ these fine musicians. Additionally, his slower songs and lyrics are reminiscent of Springsteen and Jangle fans will enjoy the Byrd-sy track "Noelle". Debuts like this don't happen to evoke streams of excitement by many in pop music, consider this one a release that contains great hope for Reveles future and will be much talked about in pop circles! Dig It. - Not Lame Records

One of the strongest debut discs to spend time on my CD player is Bill Revele's Unamerican Dream. This singer/songwriter's power pop tunes draw immediate comparisons to Bill Lloyd, Michael Oliver and Jeff Larson. Bill's more poignant ballads also merit a comparison with one of his songwriting icons, Bruce Springsteen. Every song is excellent, but "Noelle" stands out as a very Byrdsian track. - Eric Sorensen / Fufkin.com