“The songs here are thoughtful, well-constructed, and they frankly belie the young man’s age. These songs take the best of the tradition of Dylan, Young and Lightfoot, but this is no mere attempt at emulation; this is music truly informed by those others, then taken to a different place by his own voice. Firestone has a lot to say, and each message would serve everyone well; these are attainable and sensible values. He sees the issues around us, sure, but he supports it all with the need for love and understanding.

Firestone’s acoustic guitar work is deceptive, seemingly simple strumming that actually holds each piece together with a subtle complexity that grows on you with consecutive listening sessions. It’s alternately funky (Equal Rights, You Better Run), folky (A Cup Of Guilt, and all tracks, really), loping (I Will) and achingly beautiful (the instrumental After Calm, Chasing Dreams). His harmonica adds just the right amount of colour in the right places, and his vocals are clear and true. There’s lots to like, here.

Keep your eye on this young man, folks. If he can write an album as complete as this when he’s still in high school (!), Tyler Firestone’s future is vast. The album’s called All In Good Time, but it’s apparent to me that he’s already here. If he can keep his balance of Folk’s strident messages and his genuine calls for peace, Tyler’s is a name you will be hearing for many years to come.”

Aaron Stewart - KMA (www.keepsmealive.com)