Modern Drummer Review of "The Calling" by Mike Haid. "This big ol' bucket of soulfull Southern fried rock drips with a seriously greasy funk attitude. Featuring an all-star line up of monstrous Southern rock players-bassist Oteil Burbridge(Allman Bros.), keyboardist Kofi Burbridge (Derek Trucks band),and guitarist Jimmy Herring (The Dead). The Calling is held tightly together by the viciously grooving Sean O'Rourke, who drives this catchy and hook-filled collection with authority and tasteful chops. Mike Haid

Modern Drummer review of "The Family Secret" by Mike Haid.
"On The Family Secret, Allman Bros. bassist Oteil Burbridge reveals composing skills of depth and emotion. Including instrumental and vocal material, Oteil's ensemble swings from jazz to funk to rock in a uniquely southern fashion. This unusual combination of styles works well primarily because of the players' open minded musicianship. Drummer Chris Fryar in particular blends an unrestrained, sensitive, and jazzy feel with strong funk chops. A bonus DVD with footage from the recording session, artist commentary, 24-bit stereo and surrond mix, a bass lesson, MP3s, and artist interviews make this an outstanding value.
Mike Haid"