PRESS/REVIEWS
No Depression Magazine
"Montgomery's voice is like a dose of heaven as it intertwines with swirling guitars that drive the album home. One of the most impressive records of the year, Holly Montgomery pens songs for the masses, no matter what genre you fancy."
US Blasting News
"Montgomery's vocals are a real high point. Her voice has a deep, gritty tone that pours through the listener's headphones and/or speakers like sonic honey. It's apparent that Montgomery and the rest of her band have a keen ear for beautiful melodies, and that cohesion is audible across the board, as each element and instrument come together to craft truly beautiful music."
Onstage Magazine
“You want to join the party?” Yeah? Well that’s the opening question asked by Holly Montgomery on her new released “Leaving Eden”, and if you’re looking for some rock with meat on the bones, then you might want to take a listen. Holly Montgomery is a very good songwriter. Nice production from Rich Isaac, where each tune is effective, with lots of depth and fullness.”
Island Zone Update
“I am utterly mystified as to why the name Holly Montgomery is not more widely known. Although the singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist is a steady presence on the mid-Atlantic performing circuit with more than 300 gigs per year to her credit, she has remained a regional phenomenon through today.”
Huffington Post
"Singer, songwriter, Holly Montgomery has recently released her newest album entitled, “Leaving Eden”, a 9 track, animated, lyrical wonder."
The Scene Magazine
"There are so few lead singers who play the bass anymore that it’s even more refreshing coming from a solo artist. On Holly Montgomery‘s Leaving Eden she mixes her Linda Perry-style vocals with amazing bass-lines on an album that crafts amazing classic rock-influenced tunes..."
Your Music Blog
"...Listening to this album it becomes clear that Holly likes lyrics with substance and overall her performance is very authentic, pure, and honest. This is someone who lives and breathes her music...."
Guitar World
Holly Montgomery: “Playing John Paul Jones’s baselines and singing Robert Plant’s lyrics is no joke.” Running two bands on opposite sides of America is all in a days work for Holly Montgomery, who tells us “I have a little bit of a strange career right now.”
Mumfection Music Blog
"It is brilliantly done and her voice in a singing whisper is hypnotic. Pretty impressive experience this talented woman has below her belt. Having blown me away with her new album Leading Eden I expect to see lots more great things from this woman in the future. You have to take the time to browse her album and fall in love with her as well.”
Guitar Girl Magazine
"Washington, DC-based, freelance musician and award-winning songwriter, Holly Montgomery, gets down to business, sharing her knowledge and experience, on the ups and downs, and how to’s, in achieving continual success, as a full-time, freelance artist."
Paste Magazine
"On LEAVING EDEN, we dig deep inside Montgomery's musical mindset. Her blissful music offers stories within every song, as her music takes you away on a journey. The album is short but sweet, and leaves a lasting impression".
Nashville Music Guide
"I love a strong confident female artist who knows exactly how she wants to express herself. Holly Montgomery is one of those artists.".