Misner & Smith Press

"Although their music is directly inspired by the country greats such as Woody Guthrie, in lyrics and sound, they feel very authentic and original."
- Shauna C. Keddy, No Depression (May 19, 2011)

"Listening to their music is like standing in a field of California poppies in a gentle summer breeze."
- Dejah Léger, Hearth Music (May 12, 2011)

"Many listeners will feel their hearts have been found after discovering this promising duo."
- Shauna C. Keddy, No Depression (May 19, 2011)

"Their ease on stage is matched in their effortless performance and clean musicianship. And so with a timeless San Francisco sound but revitalized imagery in their ever-poetic songwriting, Misner & Smith are a duo not to be missed."
- Dejah Léger, Hearth Music (May 12, 2011)

"There are many duos around like this couple, but to my ears, with their top quality original songs, distinctive vocals and stage presence, they stand out from the pack."

Laura Bethel - Maverick Magazine (UK)

"[Misner & Smith's] lyrics are creative and break out of the clichés that songwriting can fall into."

Zach Hudson - Victory Music

"I was struck from the first notes of the quality of their musical interaction...the harmonies are reminiscent of “the high, lonesome sound”...lots of folks sing good together but this is truly inspired vocalizing...a unique blend...this is “shivers up the spine” singing!! "

Douglas Strobel - rarwriter.com

"Charming lyrics...are reminiscent of the young Paul Simon. And there's something unmistakably Dylanesque in the talking blues of the title track.(Poor Player)"
Paul Liberatore - Here Magazine, Marin Independent Journal

"*Misner & Smith* make a strong case for folk Americana without baggage and for music with intricate simplicity and lyrical dignity. This duo is a Bay Area treasure that needs to be shared."
Jose Segue - Hicks with Sticks

"Misner...is one of the most promising songwriters I've heard in quite some time."
Paul Liberatore - Here Magazine, Marin Independent Journal

"Driven by the tasty blend of voices, the music rides along atop bluegrass, folk and Americana sound waves. ‘Halfway Home’ is a powerful testament to tradition, story telling and doing what you love."
Danny McCloskey - The Alternate Root

"“Poor Player” is about a neophyte performer nervously waiting in the wings. After recently headlining at Freight & Salvage, the prestigious acoustic showcase in Berkeley, these two have moved up in class from that lowly status. Their next album could very well be called “Star Power.”"
Paul Liberatore - Here Magazine, Marin Independent Journal

"They have an easy self assurance, professional to their finger tips, displaying an awesome command of Americana music."
-Neil Dalton, Willington, U.K.
The Real Music Club

"Misner and Smith play their instruments with skill, and take turns leading the songs with perfect folk-style voices."

Zach Hudson - Victory Music

"Both Misner and Smith have great singing voices individually, and when they perform together, the harmonies are truly inspired."
Landon Christensen - The Davis Enterprise

Quotes From Misner & Smith Fans

"They make some damned gorgeous music...pure heart and craft."
-Matt D'Amico, New York, N.Y.

"Intimate, mesmerizing and magical."
-Lisa Hogan, House Concert Host - Boulder, CO

"Singing almost all originals, the two voices in Halfway Home blend beautifully. This CD is better each time I listen to it. Triangle Factory Fire deserves to be heard far and wide."
-Jim Douglas, Seattle, WA

". . . .their effortless, heart-tugging harmonies make me eager for more. The sweetness of tunes like Henry & Lil is balanced by good old fashioned fun on traditional songs like Blue Ridge Mountain Blues. Misner and Smith deliver lyrics that sneak up on you, surprise you with their honesty, and beg an immediate second listen."
-Meg Devine, Rochester, NY

"I've listened to your CD more times a day than I probably should and every time I do, I hear something new that I like. It's replaced my Van Morrisons' Tupelo Honey which I can also listen to over and over again. Your work is both beautiful and meaningful. I love it!"
-Christina, Cotati, CA