"Eric is one of the best drummers I've worked with. Period. Not only because of his talent in bringing what you hear in your head out into the open but also because of his ability to quickly adapt to any style you throw at him. Even more important, his lack of ego and his willingness to do whatever it takes to give you what you want, makes him a joy to work with." ~ David Fagin
"Eric brings
a certain joy to the music. You're glad when he's around. You know the music
is going to sit well.
He brings a great attitude, integrity, fun and respect to all musical situations."
~
Peter
Calo - guitarist and fan
"I've had the pleasure of working with Eric in various settings, from Folk to straight ahead Jazz. He comes to the gig totally prepared, grooves hard and demonstrates complete proficiency in several genres. I look forward to working with him again." ~ Mark Barden
"My biggest complement to a fellow musician is that I didn't really notice them. Eric, as usual, playing the songs and being in the moment, yet letting his personality come out when it is right. It just feels like music." ~ Steve Kirkman
"Eric Puente, besides having great feel, thinks outside the box in his approach to a song. On a recent session at my studio he recorded, using sticks and brushes, at the same time, in order to do what served the song. He shows up for both recording sesions and live performances extremely prepared, yet is able to improvise and truly be in the moment." ~ Fred Gillen Jr., songwriter/ producer
"Eric Puente is truly both a drummer and a percussionist, and that’s rare. He has the sensibilities of a songwriter; listening for how his part can best serve the song. Plus, he’s an all-around good guy! We love working with him." ~ The YaYas
"Eric Puente is a great drummer to work with. He's schooled in a diverse number of styles, and comfortable playing many different types of percussion. He's a quick learner and total professional. He matches his work ethic and preparedness for gigs and rehearsals with an easy going, working-for-the-song demeanor." ~ Milton
"Eric provides thoughtful, sensitive percussion for the singer songwriter—a solid groove that at the same time anchors and buoys the music. He is always well prepared and is a pleasure to work with." ~ Susan Kane
"Eric Puente is an uncommon drummer and percussionist, the very kind I like to work with. He takes the time to learn the songs and parts, and brings a great positive energy to rehearsals and shows!" ~ Glen Roethel
“Eric is a talented, disciplined and musical drummer and a pleasure to make music with.” ~ Matt Turk
"Eric’s sense of awareness is impeccable. He’s on the spot and solid!!" ~ Joseph Firecrow
"Eric has a great ideas, keeps great time, and listens better than most drummers/percussionist I know!" ~ Marc Von Em
“Fine drummer and percussionist, a pleasure to work with.” ~ David Goldman
"Great, thoughtful, listening drummer." ~ Kathleen Pemble