“A stunning debut from a young reed player that announces a new voice to watch for… It is a great feeling to hear a young artist who is intent on taking jazz into the future with exciting new works… May be the debut of the year.”
            Brad Walseth, Jazzchicago.net

“One of the niftiest debuts in a while… Forward aces back-to-back.”
            Mark Keresman, Signal to Noise

“Forward is filled with fine music, hearty soling and rhythmic intensity.”
            Richard Kamins, Step Tempest Blog

“The music feels anchored in the modern tradition while bringing a fresh voice to it. Landrus can get way out when he wants or lay back in a highly accessible groove. It’s rare to hear that kind of flexibility and eclecticism these days.”
            Peter Bacon, The Jazz Breakfast

“Landrus is quickly becoming known as one of the hot new voices on baritone saxophone and bass clarinet.”
            Accent on Tampa Bay Magazine

“Landrus is a master… Excellent listening!”
            Bob DeCristoforo, Bob D’s Beat

“Forward is a magical sonic journey… A poet who has a mastery of tone, something he explores with gravity and a very gentle swing… Landrus is a voice to watch out for as he charts a creative course in contemporary music.”
            Raul d’Gama Rose, All About Jazz

“A fine debut by someone who deserves attention.”
            Kyle O’Brien, Jazz Society of Oregon

“A player to watch… Landrus’ playing and arranging skills are impressive and his core band members are tight and inventive. The album heralds the arrival of a strong new writing and performing talent.”
            Brucy Lindsay, All About Jazz

“Talented not only as a performer but also as a composer and arranger… Inventive and interesting.”
            Mike Reynolds, Muzik Reviews

“A promising, enjoyably listenable debut.”
            Alan Young, Lucid Culture

“A first class tonic for jaded ears, [Forward] is a real jazzbo high point.”