Shenzhen, China (City Weekend)"The earworms spun by Colin Phils are a comfortable mix of niche guitar-based rock and accessible indie with wide appeal - that both the casual listener and the math rock nerd can appreciate." /shenzhen/article/listen-colin-phils-full-length-exceeds-expectations US Online (The Hook Magazine)"Consider this"smart music," with lyrics to die for - instrumental moments to nod your head at, and a resumé that is only moving skyward. Colin Phils is an exciting addition to Hook Approved bands, and e,r,som,sa... is a technical, touching album full of quietude, ambiance, and sharp hooks to fall in love with." thehookjournal.com/album-reviews/2016/8/24/colin-phils-ersomsa Hong Kong (The Underground HK)"e, r, som, sa... is shown to be at home in an instant. Colin Phils’ latest album is introduced with a Chinese hymn-like song, flowing seamlessly amongst the bustling street sounds of Shenzhen."