"Off Our Shoulders… has them ease back on the richly resonating country twang and focus instead on finger-popping harmonies, staccato riffs and driving power-pop beats. The result is a pleasantly infectious 36-minute spread of over 10 catchy pop missives that wash over you like a cool summer breeze without ever outstaying their welcome." - PopMatters

"Porter Block may be the missing link between folk and rock. The New York City-based band's driving beats and catchy choruses are what rock 'n' roll is all about, but their insightful lyrics and skill on acoustic and slide guitar allude to a more sensitive side." - Performing Songwriter

"16 of indie music's biggest international superstars have recorded some of their favorite pop tracks for Engine Room Recording's Guilt By Association compilation, hitting stores September 4. Some of the more shocking covers include Jim O'Rourke's take on the Spice Girls' 'Viva Forever' and Porter Block's version of 'Breaking Free' from High School Musical." - prefix

"Upbeat and melodic, Porter Block combines alternative riffs with the simplicity of today's hook-driven popular tunes to create an appealing sound." - The Deli Magazine

"Porter Block, love to create buoyant pop tunes filled with harmonies and hooks.....There is a warmth to their music that conveys a sense of sincere emotions." - Michael Berick, All Music Guide

"I'm surprised these guys haven't hit it big..." - On Tap

"...these two can craft some well-rounded and refined pop songs in the vein of Crowded House or XTC during their Apple Venus period. But a song like "Wonder About Me" definitely has a roots-based feeling to it. Porter Block also show their earnest side during "Worrying Me", another acoustic-driven song that has ample amounts of gorgeous melody..." - PopMatters

"catchy melodies and buoyant vocal harmonies......a vocal blend that occasionally brings to mind Barenaked Ladies and a collection of lyrics that are mostly upbeat and innocent." - Washington Post

"Porter Block is an eccentric outfit even for the Big Apple featuring mandolin, stand-up bass, and Dobro slide guitar with a vocalist who sounds like he owns every pop-punk record known to man....Definitely boasting a bit of bluegrass" - Smother

"Think Ben Folds with a couple more guitars." - Up Against The Wall Magazine