Press / Reviews

“Bringing their own brand of rock…Junebug always promises to deliver a great performance filled with energy and humor.”

– Aberdeen Magazine (Mar 01, 2014)


“We got their new album in the mail the other day, and although I find it hard to listen to them all, I popped this one in the old CD Player… And I’m still listening three days later… [Beards] was awesome.”

– Thrifty Hipster (Mar 05, 2013)


“Among the ‘top fifty independent/unsigned rock/alternative acts’”

– Daniel Thomas, Independent Music News (Mar 15, 2013)


“Junebug…show off their chemistry and knack for making happy haphazard hits sound cohesive on their self released debut album, Share

– Ryan Monk, BandSoup.com (Dec 14, 2009)


“It’s the type of music that really gets crowds groovin’.”

– Rob Hudson, Showcase Minnesota (Jan 12, 0008)


“These guys are a lot of fun. They’re a great party band.”

– Marshall, Cities 97 Radio – Minneapolis (Jul 10, 2009)


“Junebug’s awesome.”

– Patrick Hammer, KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (Jul 10, 2009)


“Fantastic… Fabulous… Really funny and very quirky.”

– Elizabeth Ries, Twin Cities Live (Jun 26, 2009)


“I enjoyed the Junebug CD [Share]. Great late ’60s early ’70s vibe with a hint of Sgt. Peppers thrown in, too.”

– Cliff Goldmacher, writer for EQ and Mix magazines


“Junebug has excellent control over the pace and energy in their studio album which translates into a good live show.”

– Perry Nelson, High Plains Reader


“The album [Share] has a simple but loveable feel, tracks like “Chosen Ones” and “Place” elevate it to some sort of higher plateau that is reserved for… well, for the good albums I suppose… You’re getting a lot of bang for your buck with ‘Share.’”

– David Couch, The Justin Wayne Show Blog (Mar 17, 2010)


“A vault of versatility…a tickling combination of old, featuring spiny wah-wahs, ballpark organs and thoughtful hooks amid familiar classic rock riffs.”

– Andrew Nelson, The Reporter (Apr 23, 2009)


“Junebug flutters away from catching band copy-cat syndrome and land amongst a short list of new bands that understand what being creative and having fun can do for their music.”

– Ryan Monk, BandSoup.com (Dec 14, 2009)


Share is a well-written and perfectly played album of summer jams. Junebug blend influences ranging from classic rock to grunge, with a little bit of funk groove and do it extremely well. …Interesting vocal delivery that fits well with the music.”

– Swimmer’s Ear Magazine


“Junebug’s recipe for success includes their diversity in songwriting, seamlessly woven progressions and arrangements, natural and unforced lyrics, and a free-spirited approach to everything.”

– Perry Nelson, High Plains Reader