“...Eugene IV showcases his IMMENSE talents on his solo debut Starving Artist. At first blush, you will take this to be Neosoul, but then Eugene...rips some hip-hop lyrics. Moreover, you are treated to jazz sounds as well as Gospel elements, all wrapped in a tight package. [Eugene] IV shows he's not afraid to approach the MC's "…spreadin' poison through these airwaves" on the very truthful 'Dear MC.' The hotness doesn't stop as [you] roll into 'Mama Was A Freedom Rider,' 'Write On' and the bangin' joint 'Get It.' I also felt a Curtis Mayfield type vibe on 'One Too,' both in spirit and content. Why this young man is a 'starving artist' is unconscionable.”

DJ Random
Earwax Records