“The kind of citified troubadour that the roots songwriting world needs these days.”
— Performing Songwriter

Clair’s intimate solo shows have been described as “a masterclass in guitar accompaniment.” “Everyman poetry” says Paste Magazine. “Dilute your troubles & dance,”
— Americana Highways.

“Where The Wild Things Are meets The Kinks”  — Nippertown.

 "Stephen is in a fine position to secure that big breakout he’s been building towards over the course of ten albums and a career that’s found him in the role of a tireless troubadour.”
— American Songwriter

"Clair's talents—deadpan delivery, keen wordsmithing, and deceptively intricate fretwork—
are at the fore, shining through ..."
—Chronogram Magazine

“Those who will get it will fall helplessly in love.”
— Gonzookanagan

"Seriously, I couldn't tell you the last time I listened to an album of just one guy playing by himself all the way through more than twice in a row, and I've been listening to this one on repeat for over a week. One of 2023's most fearless and memorable." — The Rocking Magpie

"Spare tales with memorable words in small, short stories that a listener can relate to ... angst & tragedy add up to a provocative piece. Most grunge/punk bands can't achieve this with a full band."
— Americana Highways

"Weird and wonderful" — V13

"Elegant and bittersweet" —Medium