“McCain's sound strikes that elusive balance between resonance and clarity. It is full and even with a clear center in all registers.”
— Frank Gazda - International Trombone Association Journal
“Martin’s huge warm sound always has clarity and he maintains a beautiful tone and control at both extremes of the register.”
— Alwyn Green, Glissando Magazine (UK)
“Certainly Shades and Trombone Czar: The Extended Version leave little doubt that he possesses commanding technical facility as a bass trombonist.”
“This CD brings us 12 tracks of refreshingly varied music…showing the performers flexibility and musicianship off to the full.”
— John Maines, Glissando Magazine (UK)
“McCain's solid bass trombone playing was one of the highlights of the performance.”
— George Broussard, International Trombone Association Journal
“Martin commands a powerful and passionate sound, demonstrating mastery of compositions while bringing to life the music for the listener. ”
— Peter Pickett, Pickett Blackburn
“Very good playing musically and technically on the highest level. ”
— Ben van Dijk, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, Pedagogue and International Soloist
“There's certainly nothing tentative about his playing: he executes the material on both discs with conviction, and his attack is agile and his sound robust. ”
“McCain is an extraordinary player, commanding amazing technique and exquisite artistry. ”
— Demondrae Thurman, International Soloist and Pedagogue
“I have always admired his rich, pure tone with which he beautifully spins every line.”
— Brian Hecht, Dallas Symphony Orchestra and International Soloist