"The first time I heard Barry Ward, I became a fan! He has a great voice and songs that are interesting and ring with sincerity. What struck me was his captivating presence on stage - something you don't run across very often" - Denise Withnell, Cowboy Celtic "Barry "Bear" Ward has issued CD #5 here, and although I'm not inclined to use a phrase like "fifth time's the charm" when considering the quality of his other releases, I have to say some things have really jelled in this one! Ward's songwriting reflects a comfortable maturity that lets him stretch in subject matter to create a wide- ranging collection. There's the Spanish-tinted title track (a well thought-out paean to land and life), the cavalry is represented in "Sweet Wyoming Kiss," there's wild ridin' because "The Devil's Runnin' Again," the "Hills Of Ireland" shimmer green and we feel the heritage of "That Old Barn," and we can't overlook an absolute killer cover of "You're The Reason God Made Oklahoma" with The Bear and Branson's superb Canadian Eli Barsi! Twelve tracks in all. In Whispers Of The West mellow-voiced family rancher Barry Ward scores with an exceptional CD in his collection. Flawless execution from Ward and the rest of the top players involved make this album his best yet." - Rick Huff, Western Way Magazine