Expansion Radial - Track review of  "Ace of Spades"

"Edelston & Dulcimer continues to break the mold with their unusual yet powerful approach...The first thing that catches your attention is the sound of the dulcimer: raw, vibrant, almost tribal...His voice fits perfectly with the spirit of Ace of Spades, and manages to maintain the original power of Motorhead, but with a more rustic, garage vibe."

Jake's Take blog -
Track review of "Born to Run"

"...[Sam Edelston] is one of the most unique instrumentalists I have ever listened to...As a massive Springsteen fan, this distinct cover is definitely out of the box, but it honors Born to Run’s legacy."​​​​​​​

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Americana Highways Magazine - Review of Making Waves album

"...covers of classic rock songs performed excellently by the clarity of a dulcimer fronting a rock band...The songs all have energy, no sleepers."

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B-Side Guys
Review of Making Waves album

"'Making Waves' isn’t just an album title; it’s a declaration of intent from an artist determined to shatter preconceptions about an instrument typically relegated to Appalachian porches and Renaissance fairs...Edelston hasn’t just made waves—he’s charted entirely new currents for an ancient instrument to navigate."

York Calling
Review of Making Waves album

"There’s a charm that runs through both his original compositions as well as his takes on the classics, with his vocals and the voice of others giving us plenty of charisma on top of the lively string strumming."​

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Jambase

"Sam Edelston is a dulcimer wizard who has used the old-time instrument to cover classic rock songs in the past. We’re in awe of one of his most recent covers as he does a bang-up job of tackling Led Zeppelin’s 'Whole Lotta Love'.”

Take Effect music review site -
Review of Making Waves album

Rated album 9 out of 10. "The first of its kind as far as rock music featuring a dulcimer, you may have heard these songs before, but they’ve never sounded like this, and that’s a big part of the appeal." (And I couldn't believe some of the artists he's rated only 8.)

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Distopic blog - Track review of Born to Run

"This heartfelt cover of a Bruce Springsteen classic—celebrating its 50th anniversary on August 25—manages to preserve the spirit of the original while delivering a personal and inspired reinterpretation."

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Zillions Magazine - Track review
of "If I Can't Get to You"

"It's genuine, emotional, and adventurous in its sound. It's about creating a new space for music where there wasn't one before. For those who think they've heard it all in rock music, Edelston & Dulcimer's latest could change your perspective."​​​​

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RockDaFuqOut
Review of Making Waves album

"In a musical landscape where genre conventions often feel set in stone, Sam Edelston emerges as a true innovator...Across 15 tracks, Edelston reimagines familiar songs with a fresh voice, all while demonstrating just how versatile this traditionally Folk-rooted instrument can be."

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Return of Rock
Review of Making Waves album

"‘Making Waves’ is one of those rare releases that not only sounds intriguing to read about, but also manages to captivate you with its wondrous progression and flow. Sam Edelston makes a brilliantly bold and dynamic introduction here, one that sticks with you long after the final note fades."

The Folk Project

"Sam has taken the mountain dulcimer from its backwoods Appalachian origins to genres most players never dreamed of, from bossa nova to bluegrass to Black Sabbath ... Sam is a brilliant and innovative player."

Indie Tapes music blog -
Track review of "Sweet Caroline"

"I’m excited to share this outstanding reinterpre-tation by Edelston & Dulcimer - a striking cover built on fretted dulcimer and percussion that truly captures the spirit of the original."

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Rockola Indie blog - Track review of Bohemian Rhapsody

"...one of the most fantastic covers of such song... played with great virtuosity in each note, gaining a sensational and unforgettable prominence."​​​​​​​

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Expansion Radial - Track review
of "If I Can't Get to You"

"It's a bold production that goes for something different and succeeds. And the dulcimer shines as the protagonist without sounding forced."

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Music For All
Review of Making Waves album

"The melody of this peculiar stringed instrument is sweet and velvety, typical of ciranda and classical music. However, it fits very well in the fifteen original songs and covers of this album, thanks to a unique creative intelligence."

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Ultimate Classic Rock

"Displaying a frightening amount of rock mojo for a guy who seems fairly quiet and unassuming, Edelston used his amplified three-string mountain dulcimer to roar his way through ‘Whole Lotta Love’ without so much as breaking a sweat. After watching this, we’re ready to jump in a van and follow Edelston around on tour."