“Fans of the group will definitely want MADE IN CHICAGO, and those unfamiliar with this fun-loving group will find the disc a good place to start...the group digs deep into their vast repertoire to record some favorite covers in their idiosyncratic, high-energy style...McCullum is a sturdy, versatile vocalist...the band's vastly, varied catalog has forged McCullum and Christopulos into one of the best rhythm sections on the scene today. ”
BLUES REVUE

“MADE IN CHICAGO is the perfect party album…here is a CD guaranteed to jump-start any soiree’…The album blasts off with a cover of ZZ Top’s “She Loves My Automobile.” Lead guitarist (and producer) Rocco Calipari rips several scorching runs while band namesake and founder Howard McCullum on bass joins Jim Christopulos on drums for a popping rhythm…watch a guest or two play air-piano based on Daryl Coutts keyboards as he coordinates with second guitarist Pete Galanis…on “Cold Cold Feeling.” Howard pours out his finest vocals over his gut bottom bass and rhythm keys provided by guest Dave Friebolin. Calipari and Galanis melt guitar strings with emotive leads during two bridges…by this point, the hooch will be happening enough to nuzzle some neighbor nooky during a slow dance.”
ILLINOIS BLUES

“The popular Chicago based band Howard and the White Boys are among my personal favorites of these bands, and are also high upon my ‘hope to see live soon’ list… With the release of their most recent and best to date project MADE IN CHICAGO it is highly likely that the band will also move onto the ‘must see’ lists of many more folks from all across the world.”
BLUESROCKERS

“The White Boys are a fine bunch of players…”She Loves My Automobile” is the perfect bar-band shuffle, great vocls, and solos that feature everything from fat, slightly distorted sounds to biting, nasty Fender sounds…every track features a great vocal from (lead vocalist Howard) McCullum...”
VINTAGE GUITAR

“The title of Howard And The White Boys‘ fifth and latest CD – MADE IN CHICAGO – is most apropos given the band’s respected stature in the city’s blues and R&B circuits…what sets the group and this recording apart is the presence of dual talented guitarists whose interplay of leads and riffs further draw the listener into the songs as opposed to overpowering all by dint of virtuosity…indeed, this quartet’s musicianship is intensely passionate – solid blues rock material delivered with authority.”
ILLINOIS ENTERTAINER

“A clear winner…proving to the world that good blues continues to pique our deepest feelings…“(Vocalist) Howard McCullum brings Chicago Blues to a worldwide audience.”
SOUTHLAND BLUES

“Howard and the White Boys are making a name for themselves…”Good Booty and Barbeque”’s Calypso and hot guitar continue the party…you can’t lose here with the minor-key “Phone Booth,” associated with Roberty Cray, and always fun…there’s a wonderful summation of the whole program with the instrumental that closes the disc, “Coming Home.”
BLUES BYTES

“…Play the kind of blues (Chicago) has always been famous for – hard-edged, driving and deeply felt…whether belting out a strictly upbeat number like “Walking To My Baby,” or a bitter blues like “Walk Away,” Howard and the White Boys give their all each time out.” WHATS UP MAGAZINE

“Great CD…with MADE IN CHICAGO. Howard and the White Boys have returned to a more guitar-dominated format. Oh yea!” ELECTRIC BLUES

“Brimming with raw power, gutsy vocal arrangements and electrifying blues riffs, MADE IN CHICAGO is an album blues lovers can really sink their teeth into.”
FLORIDA TODAY

“MADE IN CHICAGO is a solid set that blues and rock fans should love…“Walk Away” and “I’m In A Phone Booth” are compelling tunes, but the highlight is “Good Booty and BBQ.” That’s a song that proves Howard and the White Boys know what blues should taste like.” NEWS HERALD

“Give them their due: You can’t see this high-energy, good-time band at a club without leaving with a smile on your face…have always provided a point of entry for Chicago rock fans to gain exposure to the Blues…”
CHICAGO SUN-TIMES

“Their sound is original; the guitar and vocals are mesmerizing. Chicago has another reason to be proud! ”
BLUES DELUXE (Syndicated Radio)

“Formed in 1988, Howard and the White Boys have been one of the more popular blues groups ever since…MADE IN CHICAGO is one of the band’s finest recordings to date…rockish guitars, spirited vocals and saucy lyrics can be heard on such songs here as “Good Booty And BBQ,” “She Loves My Automobile,” and “Black Cat Bone.” Blues fans should go out of their way to get this one!”
L.A. JAZZ SCENE

“On MADE IN CHICAGO, Howard and the White Boys are still rockin’ the blues…some of the best of the ‘new’ blues.” BLUEPOWER.COM RADIO SHOW

“MADE IN CHICAGO" is burning up the airwaves at WNIJ….The most requested song is "Good Booty & BBQ”…listeners love it, because it's about havin’ a good time. And that's what Howard & the White Boys are all about…if you're not hip to them, check out this CD!” WNIJ-FM

“MADE IN CHICAGO is a fine CD that I have featured on the Blues Flight show…played the entire CD throughout the show and my listeners ate it up!”
KJLU 88.9 FM

“Longtime Windy City favorites play tight, powerful, groove-heavy blues…”
SUN-SENTINEL

“This is one tight band…they understand each other very well, and that makes their music so attractive…stand out in a crowd of Chicago blues bands…a top party band.”
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