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Demo's 2004 review:

On the heels of their first two fantastic full-lengths, Belleville recorded and then scrapped what would have been their third album, due to concerns that their change in sound might be too jarring for their devoted No Depression fanbase. Thankfully, they didn't erase the master tapes, because Demos 2004 is an absolutely magnificent pop gem. Truth be told, their change in sound is really more subtle than jarring. Belleville are once again led by the immensely-talented Mark Caputo, who not only shares the same musical sensibility as Joe Pernice, but has an eerily similar voice. In many ways, the transition from their previous album to Demos 2004 is also similar to the evolution from Pernice's early work with the Scud Mountain Boys to the gorgeous pop of last year's Pernice Brothers album Yours, Mine & Ours. But make no mistake about it -- Caputo isn't merely a Pernice clone, he's definitely his own man with his own superb band. Even though Demos 2004 may never be released, I can only hope Belleville's official third album is even half this good whenever it finally sees the light of day.

Hip Displeasure 2004

This easygoing sophmore set is an occasionally surprising disc that is now showing more imagination than most.

No Depression Magazine Jan, 2003

For all the alt.country bands trying to hop on the classic pop bandwagon, along comes Belleville out of relative nowhere to show the rest how to do it properly. I say that in all seriousness and pure awe. The best record of the year so far.

Freight Train Boogie June, 2003

Belleville successfully weave their way through a variety of Americana checkpoints thread throughout by terrific songwriting.

Miles of Music Oct, 2002

This Northern California group has created an exquisite piece of music with songs of style and class.

Glitterhouse Records February, 2003

"My Friends Are My Estate" is one of those albums you know the least about, but can catch you off guard and hit you when you least expect it. This is a simple and instantly memorable record worthy of much wider recognition and if they maintain this quality, they will surely get it.

Americana UK Jan, 2003

'My Friends Are My Estate' contains a dramatic mix of stilted vocal rhythms, classic Depression Era twangs and a sultry alt-country swagger.

Pop Matters April , 2003

My Friends Are My Estate is loaded with tight, clever tunes that show Belleville to be smarter and more skilled than many of the bands they are likely to be classified with.

Rockzilla March 2003

Belleville has managed to create a gem of an album that continues to grow more and more appealing with each listen.

The Alt-Country Review Nov, 2002

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