here is part of the first review of 'hurts like hell' from the woven wheat whispers site;
"The four tracks on this EP show off Nick's considerable talent as both singer and songwriter and show he has a knack for creating catchy songs that have appeal to audiences in either a local folk club or on a larger, more mainstream stage. These are songs, that with some radio play could easily become big sellers. The opener, Patching up my Soul, brings the Icicle Works to mind, being a powerful and hook-laden song with a very singable chorus. Hurts like Hell is a strong and tender "lost love" ballad, while Undertow is a brooding low key song chock full of emotion and sincerity.
The Man Apart closes the EP and has the vibe of a Celtic romp and should be a real crowd pleaser when played live. There is honestly nothing to criticize here. These are timeless songs, high on melody content and with a commercial edge.
A folk rock gem for the 21st century."
