"One of the most interesting performers of cowboy music in the new century is Canada's Jim Reader. From his material to his gritty delivery of it, is definitely one of the more original Western Writers around. He's cowboy music's Bob Dylan or Neil Young, but Reader hits more of the notes! Seriously, the depth of thought and guitar technique equate to such artists. Many of Jim's songs have an experimental or push-the-envelope edge in lyric content and arrangement. Never fear! It's all still true "Cowboy," but let's just say this cowboy's not afraid to hose out the stable."
Rick Huff, Albuquerque, NM, Western Music Critic
'Rope Burns', 'Classic Country & Western' and 'The Western Way' Magazines

"Jim is going to be a legendary western entertainer. His picking style and voice are powerful and soulful."
(the late) Tony Reed, Western Entertainer & Radio Host, WA

"Jim's entertainment skill sets him apart - he grabbed and held us - we want him back!"
Laurie Hovey, Event Organizer, Genesse, ID

"Jim is a true cowboy gentleman and sang beautifully to our crowd."
Bev Boyle, Concert Review, The 100 Mile House Advisor, 100 Mile House, BC

"Reader has a phenomenal guitar talent and knack for writing lyrics that revolve around working cowboys and ranch life."
Western Horseman Magazine

"This boy's music has heart, where in blue blazes has he been hidin'?"
Ben Crane, Singer/Songwriter, Producer & Western Fine-Art Cartoonist

"When I think of a working rancher who can write, sing, pick and perform, Jim is at the top of my list. This Alberta cowboy can do it all. His album The Bar H is excellent because you can believe what he has written and sings. Only a true cowboy can do that. He really comes to life when he performs on stage with talent, energy, and a personality that draws his audience's attention immediately. This artist's talent and ability knows no limits!"
' Toe Tappin' Tommy Tucker, KRLC Radio, Lewiston, Idaho
2003 Academy of Western Artists 'Radio Station Of The Year'

"I hear a ton of cowboy music every day but some time in a great while some cowboy emerges from Canada and starts this cycle all over and it makes a person wonder "why have I not heard of Jim Reader until now", well let me tell you folks, some things in life are well worth the wait. Jim's music is the real thing, I would recommend this album to be included in every western music library."
Joe Baker, KNMB/KWMW, Ruidoso, New Mexico

"Jim Reader has a real gift for lyrics and music and his pleasing distinctive voice has just the hint of an edge to it. In addition to his writing and singing talents, Jim is one of the better finger pickin' guitar players around. You'll love The Bar H, it's a first class release.... after listening to it I was so inspired, I just had to go take a ride in the hills."
Hugh McLennan, Host, Spirit of the West Radio Show
Review, Canadian Cowboy Country Magazine

"Jim Reader is one of those guys with a ton of talent and potential coming out the ears!"
Marc Stevenson, Country Wave Magazine

“Jim’s songs swing into your heart with true history of the Cowboy. This is great music!”
Lauralee Northcott, The Dollar Watch Cowboy Show, KIVLR, Twisp, WA

" A songwriter's songwriter."
Janelle Brennand, Okotoks (Alberta) Western Wheel

"Jim is a distinctive ‘all-round’ artist . . . a prolific lyricist and songwriter . . . a dynamic vocalist . . . a unique guitar picker . . . and a charismatic performer. It takes years to develop an extensive repertoire of original music --- and Jim has it! He and his show are ready-made!"
The Producers, ABYSS Multimedia Inc.

"Jim received a standing ovation from an enthusiastic crowd of over 100 . . . Entertaining for three hours with his own lively assortment . . sometimes dreamy and romantic . . sometimes humorous, and sometimes exuberantly upbeat."
Cochin Newsletter, Cochin (Resort Town), Saskatchewan

"Jim drifts back to our western heritage and mingles it into his original material to mirror contemporary western life as we know it. His voice has a peaceful resonance which expounds that country feeling. A "Western Soul" is deep in Jim's heart and his music reflects that --- and so do his toe tapping feet when he forgets anyone's there and he's lost in the place the song takes him. The fun is he takes us with him."
Donna Meyers, Co-owner, Memories Inn Restaurant & Lodge, Longview, Alberta

Academy of Western Artists Showcase/Convention, Fort Worth, TX
Alaska State Fair, Palmer, AK
Alberta Foundation for the Arts Showcase Artist, 2004
Alberta Horse Federation, Owners & Breeders Convention, Red Deer, AB
Bar U Historic Ranch, Longview, AB
Bing Crosby Theatre, Spokane, WA
Bowman State Fair, Bowman, ND
Canadian Cowboy Christmas, Brandon, MB
Canadian Deputy Minister's Conf., Fort Edmonton, AB
Carlson's on Macleod, High River, AB
CBC/Dumaurier Search for Stars Finalist, Cdn. national TV
Columbia Basin Allied Arts Council Theatre, Moses Lake, WA
Community Fine Arts Center, Rock Springs, WY
Cochin Community Theatre, Cochin, SK
Dollar Watch Cowboy Jamboree Concert, Winthrop, WA
Eureka Opra House, Eureka, Nevada
Genesse Idaho Annual Spaghetti Western Concert
Goshen County Fair, Torrington, WY
Globus Tours, "Welcome to Alberta" Dinner Concerts, Calgary, AB
Green Valley Theatre, Green Valley, Arizona
Kamloops Cowboy Festival, Kamloops, B.C.
Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way, WA
Lewis & Clark Western Arts Festival, Lewiston, Idaho
Lopez Island Performing Arts Centre, Lopez Island, WA
Maple Creek Cowboy Gathering, Maple Creek, SK
Montana Annual Horse Drive, Three Forks, MT
Montana Stock Growers Association Convention
Mount Angel Centre for Performing Arts, Mt. Angel, WA
NILE: Northern International Livestock Expo, Billings, MT
Opening Show for Kenny Rogers, Lethbridge, AB
Opening Show for B.J. Thomas (2 Canadian tours)
Opening Show for Tommy James & the Shondells
Outback Arts Council, Burlington, CO
Pemberton Cowboy Days and Festival, Pemberton, B.C.
Pincher Creek Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Pincher Creek, AB
Pine Bluffs Arts Council, Pine Bluffs, WY
Sagebrush Cowboy Festival, Sheridan, Wyoming
School Performances on History & Code of West, AB, ID, OR
Sheridan Opry House, Jackson Hole, WY
Stony Plain Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Stony Plain, AB
Sweet Pea Festival, Bozeman, MT
Trails End Cowboy Gathering, Crossfield, AB
Wells Gray Ranch Roundup, Clearwater, B.C.
Western Belle's Home Theatre, Mancos, Colorado
Willow Creek Cowboy Gathering, Stavely, AB
Wisconsin Cattleman's Association Annual Convention, Madison, WI
World Hereford Congress, Banff, AB
100 Mile House Annual Cowboy Concert, BC