“"FOUR STARS... (Portnov).. brings a sense of discovery even more startling than before to investigations of blues, jazz, funk and 1960s soundtrack music."”
— Downbeat
“One of the most innovative and technically advanced harmonica players in the world.”
— Blues.gr
“Portnov’s technique is smooth, lyrical, and often jazzy, akin in effect to Johnny Hodges on alto sax, where the melody just floats easily above the accompaniment.”
— Elmore Magazine
“...fascinating artist with a unique musical outlook.”
— Blues Blast Magazine
“Portnov is a fabulous harmonica player.”
— Making a Scene!