Select Press Quotes:

“Few singers can avoid sounding ridiculous singing lines like “Marlon Brando, Pocahontas, and me.” – The Onion

“Earnest singer/songwriter blues that is every bit a mixture of pure alt. country, blues, and rock. “Another Sailor’s Dream” is stocked with lyrics that are soaked in whiskey-blues and bitter sour grapes. But melancholy and downtrodden lyrics aside, this is quite an upper. Cynical folk rock that isn’t afraid to pull a punch isn’t something we get too often these days, even with the crowded alt. country world to reckon with. Nice.” - Smother Magazine

“Hayward Williams' live performances provide fans with solid guitar playing, soaring vocals and an assortment of interesting and sometimes ironic cover material. Built on a foundation of folk, blues and soul his original music blends strong melodies with lyrics that reflect his smart sense of humor.” - Isthmus

“Williams’ gruff voice is full and a perfect complement to the style of music he, somehow, is most comfortable playing.” – Illinois Entertainer

[9 out of 10 stars] “This is a fantastic record, one that’s a treat from start to finish.” – Americana UK

“Merle Haggard's mouth would fall open after hearing the country-like-it-should-be-played-in-the-21-century. After hearing Another Sailors' Dream I felt the same after I heard Ryan Adams' Heartbreaker for the first time. Hayward Williams is young and very, very talented.” - Hanx

"Hayward Williams' earnestly jaunty folk-rock might seem anachronistic in the prevailing musical atmosphere of self-conscious irony, but his combination of melody, restraint, and unabashed enthusiasm saves the day. Williams also boasts a voice that sounds several decades older than he actually is, lending his songs of love and loss a gravity they might not otherwise possess." – The Onion

“On Another Sailor's Dream Williams manages to take the classic country sound and modernize it without losing the original appeal.” - Mixtapes/Heartbreaks

“Impressive semi-acoustic songs sparkle.” – Plato

“Built on a foundation of folk, blues and soul, Williams' songs display raw intensity yet are tempered by his wry charm.” - Portal Wisconsin

[5 out of 5 stars] “The first major score for 2007! There isn’t one weak moment on this platter. From William’s own voice, that ranges from lovely and tender to raw and hoarse, to his brilliant lyrics & songs to the beautiful accompaniment of Mulvey and McMahon, this is the perfect marriage between folk, blues and country (rock).” - Ctrl. Alt. Country

“Hayward Williams’ new full-length album, Another Sailor’s Dream, is a collection of colorful, troubadour-folk numbers that beautifully marries banjo, dobro, piano, pedal steel, accordion and harmonica, along with a host of guitars. His naturally tender, yet raw voice remains melodious and intense from start to finish. A singer/songwriter of high caliber!” - Rootstime