“Evocations of bygone country-folk, yacht rock, sunshine pop, and other dusty West Coast grooves….conjures the slow-jam vibe of smoochy Saturday nights” — Spin “Palaces is another excellent entry in a career full of them, and further evidence of Davenport’s status as a keeper in a field full of disposable heroes.” — Jambase “Davenport and his band always sound great and often cheerfully weird….a recommended listen for folks who like their classic sounds with a real live heart and soul.” — All Music Guide Palaces Review, 4 Stars “[Palaces] is on the short list for best Bay Area release of the year.” — San Jose Mercury News “Berkeley’s long-standing best-kept secret” — Flavorpill