"There is a kind of warmth in this sound that's immediate and front room more than back porch. There is a deepening and widening embrace of the various strains of American folk, country, and, in a sense, music from a previous century, all while remaining contemporary. Only Way Home is the true next step for this pair and their band as they stretch out musically and Barb Webber does so lyrically." Rated 4 out of 5 stars.  (Read more)

Thom Jurek - All Music Guide

Milwaukee's Barb and Tom Webber describe their third disc as "roots/Americana/folk," but that may actually be selling them a tad short.  Yes, Tom has a craggy baritone that suggests the lost brother of Jim Post or John Prine, and chief songwriter Barb sounds like she could have come from a family that includes Joan Baez and Kathy Mattea. Yet, like fellow married Americana purveyors Buddy and Julie Miller, the Webbers have a knack for making music that, with just a little tweaking, would sound at home on the commercial country radio.  The occasional hint of smoky jazz and a few hooks that could pass for pop ---one of the two nonoriginals here is a BoDeans remake---would be easy enough to morph into country radio.  And their original tunes, covering everything from humorous marital spats to solving the troubles of the world, would make for some of the more thoughtful lyrics in the country genre, too.  Still, they inhabit their music so personably that it's be a crime to limit them to commercial country hits.  Indeed, Milwaukee is fortunate to have this unique couple doing what they do so well.

Jamie Lee Rake - Shepherd Express

"The dynamic blend of Barb Webber's exceptionally strong songwriting, Tom Webber's inspired musical arrangements and Gregg Lindsay's fine lead guitar playing is coupled with their exquisite, soaring vocal harmonies on songs of love, peace, and hope; songs of family and friendship, songs of the past, present and future.  Traveler's Lullaby is a treasure chest of musical delights."

Jym Mooney - The Coffee House Milwaukee, WI

(Rated 4 out of 5 stars) Traveler's Lullaby ...is truly folk music...full of glorious three-part harmonies...an auspicious debut."  Read the review!

Thom Jurek - All Music Guide

"The production by William Stace has a very polished shine, and Barbara's original songs display a flair for strong, simple melodies wedded to compelling personal narratives....The intimacy and personal emotions of the songs on 'Traveler's Lullaby' come forth strongly."  Read the Review

Dave Tianen,  Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Barb and Tom Webber celebrate the release of their second CD.  This brightly polished gem of an album continues the high standard of superb songwriting and soaring vocal harmonies set by their debut CD.

The Coffee House Newsletter, January/February 2003

"Barb Webber's clarion voice is the aural anchor" (Regarding Indigo Sky)

Sing Out Magazine

"He is the music to her lyrics."

Amy Guckeen, Catholic Herald

There is great comfort in being with the Webbers by simply playing their music.  Barb writes from her heart and head, and the songs are both personal and universal. They linger and become part of you. When Barb's angelic voice harmonizes with Tom's earthy singing, you literally have heaven and earth.

Mary LaCharite, Coordinator of Fox Point Farmer's Market

Whether as a duo or with their band Fair Webber, Barb and Tom have graced our indoor and outdoor musical areas with soaring vocal melodies and accomplished instrumental talent that always leaves our audiences enthusiastically wanting more.  Barb and Tom use their combined talents to create an evening that showcases their original pieces along with a variety of musical classics that, while easily recognizable, take on a new life with the Webbers performing them.  They are talent personified!                                                                               

 Norm and Eve Bruce, Owners of Martha Merrill Books

"Tom & Barb, as the heart of Fair Webber are incredible musicians. They bring such talent as writers and musicians to every performance, that they never fail to please their auidience. I highly recommend their talent through their CDs or live presentation...you will always be pleased!"

Kerry MacKay, Owner of the Steaming Cup

Popular performers Tom & Barb Webber will win your hearts with their soaring vocal harmonies and thoughtful, melodic, well-crafted original songs.  They're a treat for the entire family.

The Coffee House Newsletter November/December 2002

So we were talking to our local legend, Larry Penn, about an upcoming songwriter's workshop with Peggy Seeger.  Because I hold Larry in such high esteem, I have to share with you this backdoor compliment delivered in his gruff dry voice and slight twist of the head....

“I can think of a number of people that would benefit from a songwriter workshop, but Barb Webber is not one of those”.   

Larry Penn (The Dean of Milwaukee Folk Music)

The true highlight on this set (Only Way Home) is the through a glass darkly "Skeletons in the Closet," that is harrowing, razor sharp, and spot on in its detailed observations of the jagged edge of brokenness in families that we read about in newspapers. It asks questions whose answers are left for the listener to ponder.

 Thom Jurek-All Music Guide

" 'A new guru came with a famous name and by power point he revised the joint, and they called him the messiah of the business land.' Whoever wrote that is a genius."  

Dan Dinkelman

I got the CD "Wholly" and I love the piece.  I have transferred it on to my iPod which will be with me a lot in the next few months.  The words and music are truly a wonderful gift.  Several other people up here have recently been diagnosed with cancer and I shared the CD with them.  They are also touched by the music.

Therese Quinn

Your new single (Wholly) is wonderful!  You have matured so much as a singer, and your songwriting is such a joy.  The arrangement is lovely, and the package is nicely understated and complements the song very well.  Congratulations on another job well done! 

Jym Mooney

I don't think one could find better entertainment at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts!

John King

You should be very proud of this CD. I was so pleased with every song, really. Your writing is more diverse and there is always alot of dimension in each song. I listened to it for two days straight. It is solid and the songs are each so different which I find very enjoyable. The production is stellar, the vocals are stellar. I particularly love "peace shall reign" which I found myself humming all day. The mournfulness of this one went straight to my heart.

Fran Brown

I am e-mailing simply to say again how much I love your CD's.  They are the absolute best.  I listen to them all the time, right now included.  I like how much meaning are in the songs lyrics and the mood of the music.  Your songs literally are my favorites ever.

Monica Tlachac