"Listening to MODERN AMERICAN FEMALE GUT for the first time, one can't help but feel that a really big statement is being made, especially for a debut."

FLUSH Magazine - St. Louis
Kevin Renick interviewing Robynn Ragland
"Heads up, because Robynn Ragland is finally ready for the big time. With her sexy looks, catchy hooks and a sweet soprano voice, everyone is going to be hearing about this talented singer/songwriter."

The OCTOPUS - Champaign-Urbana, IL - Nan Holda/April 2002
"With every gig, Robynn's momentum and fanbase reach new heights, and the end is nowhere in sight.  She has the talent (writes her own music & lyrics), the selling power (#1 regionally on Amazon.com), and the looks (her photographer needs little talent) to maintain the kind of star quality that artists will envy."

Midwest Music Directory - National - Ryan Vinson/2002
"Robynn Ragland is a definite must-hear among female artists.  Hailing from St. Louis, her debut album 'Modern American Female Gut' was the number one selling CD on Amazon.com in the St. Louis area for many many moons - and deservedly so... She examines personal topics with incisive lyrics - the kind that make you think, 'I never thought of it that way, but yeah, that's EXACTLY right!'  While her reflections can bring up a satisfying sort of sentimentality, her clever wit comes through to make you laugh about the way life works itself out.  Performed live, Robynn's songs take on their truest form."

Girlzone  - Champaign-Urbana
Ellen reviewing for GRRLFEST/September 2002
"Ragland, a fine songwriter, played rhythm acoustic guitar with energy and finesse, her strong, high toned voice rang true on her catchiest song, and local radio favorite, "People You Know." Guest guitarist Lliam Christy sat in on several songs, improvising exquisite solos on "Trying to Fly" and the set closing trio "Peace In the Water," "Shallow" and "Something Real For You." A solid performer, Ragland appears to have all the right stuff-sound, looks and ambition, for a commercial breakthrough"

St. Louis Post Dispatch - St. Louis - Brian Newcomb/February 2002
"It is a complete mystery why Robynn Ragland is not better known outside of the St. Louis area (where she was recently nominated as 'Artist of the Year'). She sings with energy and passion, rocks with confidence and authority and in general writes hugely appealing songs filled with an abundance of lovely melodies and thoughtful lyrics."
The Octopus - Champaign-Urbana IL - Cody Sokolski 
"Ragland seems as if she were born to be a star.  A remarkable musician, she writes songs with both the gutsy edge and melodic beauty of such artists as Chrissie Hynde, Aimee Mann and Sheryl Crowe.  She possesses a beautiful, soaring voice and a casual yet confident stage demeanor.  Not just pretty, she is movie-star gorgeous.  And rivaling all these attributes are her inimitable spirit and almost fanatical work ethic." 
The News-Gazette/Etc! Magazine - Champaign, IL - Don Gerard
"[Robynn Ragland's 'Modern American Female Gut'] is a simply classic record...both lyrically and musically a showcase of impeccable craftsmanship."
Noisy Paper - Kevin Renick
"Robynn Ragland --Pop/Rock -- Some say the most talented artist in St. Louis." 
Digital City - St. Louis - May 1, 2001 
"W.C.'s promoter Sean Reagan can't help but be excited about having Ragland back after she rocked the house during her St. Patrick's Day visit. 'She's the only act we've ever had where I think everyone in the bar was screaming for an encore,' Reagan said. 'She had to come out and do two encores.' "
Daily Nebraskan - Brian Christopherson
"Ragland's style of melodic rock combines elements of Tom Petty's Americana, rootsy rock, Juliana Hatfield's brash tempos and Sheryl Crow's pop accessibility. That does not distract from Ragland's original music, available on her album Modern American Female Gut. Ragland can hold her own, and she proves it on cuts such as 'Juggerknot' and 'Any Thoughts On This.' "
The Reader - Jim Minge
"Ragland is getting radio airplay throughout the Midwest, and she stands on the brink of [a] true-blue breakout."
The Riverfront Times
"Robynn Ragland, now there's a woman who is a major talent. Mark my words, it's only a matter of time before this woman wins a Grammy." 
JC Corcoran on the Breakfast Club Show
103.3 KLOU - St. Louis
"I think of all the people I come across, [Robynn Ragland] is one of the few that is destined for stardom." 
The Decature Herald & Review
Huey Freeman quoting David Myers of 101.1 WVRV The River - St. Louis 
"With her soothing voice, innovative acoustic guitar playing and stunning good looks, she can't help but draw comparisons to fellow St. Louisan Sheryl Crow. Enjoy local, intimate shows like this while you can as there is no doubt, like Miss Crow, Miss Ragland will soon be leaving St. Louis." 
Digital City -  St. Louis  - Cary Anthes
"Anybody who has a clue about the local pop-rock music scene in St. Louis loves Robynn -- and the rest of the country is starting to catch on as she expands her travels. Luckily for the locals, she's still doing plenty of hometown gigs. Not surprisingly, Ragland was voted the Best Pop Artist in St. Louis for the 2001 Slammie Awards. The Americana acoustic pop of her debut release, Modern American Female Gut, dutifully displays both her songwriting genius and delightful vocals. While "People You Know" and "Peace in the Water" have been praised as highlights of the CD, every song is seemingly major-label material. Some critics have even gone so far as to predict a Grammy based on her potential. While that remains to be seen, it seems she's already worthy of a star on St. Louis' Walk of Fame."
Digital City - St. Louis