Praise for THE BURNING QUESTION
“...Whip smart, uncompromising, and delivered just in time for the uncertainty of today. Journos bring the protest music we need with the right touch of snark, so we can tap our feet and pump our fists at the same time, no easy feat. Play 'The Burning Question' loudly, these are bite sized messages that need to be heard.” - Mike Gioscia, radio host of Americanarama (WUMB in Boston)
— Americanarama, 91.9 WUMB FM Boston, MA
“As engaging as their vocals, melodies and romping eclectic rhythms are...it’s ultimately their storytelling that wins the day...if you didn’t get the memo about their inventive interactive guitarisma, you could literally spend all day on the page of their website that lays out their lyrics...stellar romp of a collection. ” - Jonathan Widran, Entertainment journalist (L.A. Times, Billboard.com, et.al)
“The Burning Question is a blistering follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2023 debut...a masterclass in indie Americana and blues-rock that doesn’t just push boundaries - it obliterates them with a sly grin and a whiskey-soaked swagger. The Burning Question is a masterpiece, with a polished yet raw energy.” - Keith Pro
“Russo and Abbott tearing up the underground Indie scene! Fresh off their breakout debut release...Journos is back with a vengeance with ‘The Burning Question’. Combining elements of indie americana, blues and rock, this album is steady ear candy for listeners.” - Jimmy Rae
Praise for In the Key of WTF!
“Journos has that rare ability to make a statement while at the same time remaining entertaining and musically engaging...Journos stands up and counts for something.” - Malcolm Burn, Grammy Award-winning producer, and radio host of "The Long Way Around"
“As Journos, they’ve created a fascinating, socially conscious world apart from all previous history, driven by Russo’s insanely insightful, bitingly provocative lyrics (which read as fascinating as they sing) and perhaps the industry’s only dusty Americana vibe informed by defiant, edgy punk sensibilities. ” - Jonathan Widran, Entertainment journalist (L.A. Times, Billboard.com, et.al)
“WTF indeed! I put this on for a spin, and wasn’t just immediately hooked, I’m on my third listen in a row. Bursting with originality and old-fashioned, hard-driving songs of activism and pure joy.” - Tony Frankel
“Given the insanity of what’s going on in the United States right now...The duo of Journos (Bryan Russo and Ryan Abbott) are out in front with this reissues single from a 2023 [debut] album entitled 'In the Key of WTF!' Elon Musk will be displeased.” - Alan Cross