"McAlister's songs are interesting and wildly original, and his range of musical instruments and influences might make [Surplus Cheese] a guilty pleasure album..."
David A. Cobb - Splendid (Dec 8, 2004)
Rick McAlister: Press
"Out of every piece of music I've ever heard or listened to, this man is a genius. The music not only has a danceable beat, but it really gets across a true message that speaks directly to the soul..."
Vanguard382 - iTunes (May 18, 2008)
You'll never hear anything like this! It's odd, but so original that you just can't dislike it. You've got to wonder what goes through the mind of someone who would write something like this. Are they talented? Sure. Are they creative? Definitely. Are they sane? ...
Michael - Garage Band (Feb 6, 2010)
"This is awesome! It's very unique! I love how the lyrics start up right after the short intro. It is definitely your way -- it's very enjoyable. I like the instrumentation and the arrangement. Nice work! (Review of "It's My World" from My Own Little World.)
ZachT10ET - GarageBand.com (Oct 18, 2009)
"This is minimalism on a grand scale - tightly scored for the instruments, the texture strictly controlled by the choice of instruments playing at any given time. Immaculately simple, it's beautifully constructed and gets the message across to perfection."
Honorable Mention, Billboard World Song Contest
- Billboard Magazine (2004)
Honorable Mention, Lyric Contest
- American Songwriter Magazine (May, 2004)
"This is great stuff. Some very pointed and insightful lyrics mixed in with a bit of techno, influenced by damn near everyone. You all really need to hear what this guy is doing."
- The Fevered Brain of Radio Mike (Sep 1, 2004)