“While each band brings a different sound to the table, the organic nature of the bassist’s compositions tie the 13-song collection into a cohesive and engrossing experience” Full feature here. 

“Ulery gives us one of his very best here. More lyric than avant, you find yourself drawn to the endless charm of his inventive imagination.” Read more.

“On Festival, Ulery gives us a collection of songs with compositional depth and rich orchestration. One can’t help but assume the music here was intended to evoke the “visualization” of a story. No matter what story the listener sees, the collection of music heard is something most are sure to enjoy.” Full review here.

“Few musicians in Chicago have worked as diligently and rigorously to combine postbop with the voicings and compositional richness of classical music as bassist Matt Ulery, who improves with every new recording …” Full preview here.

“Not surprisingly, Ulery’s newest album — “Festival” – continues his pursuit of the unconventional… When Ulery celebrates the release of “Festival” at the Green Mill Jazz Club this weekend, he’ll be leading the Loom quintet, giving listeners a taste of the array of colors, tones and musical sensibilities he articulates on “Festival.” Full feature here.

“Here, in the visionary spirit of Matt Ulery, we find him in awesome creativity. ” Read full Italian review here. 

“How can you not be inextricably drawn to a performance that is so intriguing and enduring?” Read full review here. 

“Matt Ulery has created his own sound, hearing a confluence of sounds and styles unlike any contemporary composer… “festival” is a treat, three albums on one disc, 74+ minutes, and well worth your time and attention.” Read more.

“With imagination, power and chops merging into one undeniable mass, Ulery is a Chicago jazz treasure that keeps his claim valid here.” Read here.