"...wit and urbanity. At every turn his phrasing is creamy and his repartee buzzes with dizzily droll comedy."
- JONATHAN WARMAN
HX Magazine - October, 2001

"Affable and funny, he's just one of those guys you like the minute he steps self-effacingly to the mic. Lots of special material that clicks."
- DAVID FINKLE
Village Voice - October, 2001

"Sammy Goldstein opened his show, "So Far It's Wonderful", with a song by Portia Nelson, "This Life", and wonderful it was. Sammy has made a career being very much in demand as a singer/pianist playing the best clubs and celebrity private parties all over the world. This time, he opted to be a stand-up singer...with David Brunetti [on piano] augmented by Jered Egan on bass. The relationship between the singer and the duo was just grand...a seamless musical partnership. Sammy is a charmer...with a thousand watt smile. I could go hear him over and over again in this delightful show."
- JAN WALLMAN
Applause! Applause! - October, 2001

"...one of cabaret's brightest talents."
- GREGG SHAPIRO
After Dark (Chicago) - April, 2001

"...a fantastic performer...comical and entertaining...a natural."
- TODD SHUMAN
Cabaret Hotline, Chicago - April, 2001

"He's a riot! A captivating entertainer."
WSBC Radio, Chicago - April, 2001

"...a born-to-entertain performer who has found his metier. Cabaret was made to order for Sammy Goldstein who, in his new show at Don't Tell Mama, "So Far It's Wonderful", wove his up-from-the-South anecdotes into a seamless vocal tapestry with a variety of fresh and relevant songs. Alan Menken's "Pink Fish"...could become as much Sammy's song as David Friedman's "A Simple Christmas Wish" has become Alix Korey's. Establishing an almost instant intimacy with his audience...he had them down to the wire...his comedic singing talent lifts him far above the crowd...one of the most charming, and funniest, shows around town."
- PETER LEAVY
Cabaret Scenes - August, 2000

"Sammy Goldstein's new show "So Far It's Wonderful" was as carefully crafted as it was winning. Flawlessly directed by Barry Kleinbort...Goldstein slid into each tune with a natural ease that gave the show a graceful fluidity. Goldstein's a natural at musical comedy...he captured an undertone of melancholy that helped give his humor an additional edge and the show a richer resonance. Goldstein triumphs..."
- BARBARA & SCOTT SIEGEL
Back Stage - July, 2000

"Watching Sammy Goldstein perform is to witness a consummate performer...he was born to be on stage. His show...a delightful blend of ballads, show tunes, and his forte - musical comedy...should not be missed."
- LAURIE LAWSON
Electronic Link Journey - June, 2000

"He is a wonderful entertainer, has wonderful vocals, and is an audience's delight...cabaret at its best!"
- STU HAMSTRA
Cabaret Hotline Online - June, 2000

"...[his performance] showcases Goldstein's comedic flair to convivial perfection...seductive casualness... comedic and vocal ease."
- ANN MORROW
Metroland, Albany - January, 2000

"Sammy Goldstein, in his New York cabaret debut at Danny's Skylight Room, delivered a carefully constructed show that took excellent advantage of this engaging singer's comedic gifts. As a balladeer...he found a well of feeling...With a cherubic smile and a charming way, Goldstein is a musical-comedy natural."
- BARBARA & SCOTT SIEGEL
In Theater Magazine - December, 1998

"...the show was based on Goldstein's CD, "I'm Glad There Is You"...He has grown from a piano-lounge entertainer to a serious artist, performing ballads with considerable depth and sensitivity, and humorous material with great comic flair. And his voice has a rich, warm resonance."
- ROY SANDER
Back Stage - December, 1998

"...making his "official" cabaret debut...He brings a touch of class and a dramatic flair to standards...He pumps passion into ballads...infuses comedy into light-hearted songs. There are also great duets with guest singer Mary Stout and his Musical Director Barry Levitt. All in all there are 15 songs, and each one is a gem."
- LAURIE LAWSON
Electronic Link Journey - November, 1998

"...struck by his eclectic repertoire, his witty repartee, and his overall joy of performing."
- ROB STEVENS
Back Stage

"...funny, clever and entertaining...a charmer."
- STU HAMSTRA
Cabaret Hotline Online

"He's Outrageous, He's Fun, a Musical and Comedic powerhouse!"
- THE GENTRY
Chicago

"Sammy Goldstein has uncanny way of going from ballads to showtunes to comedy songs, both with his beautiful voice and his sensitive and versatile piano playing...a wonderful entertainer, who makes his audiences feel totally at home."
- JOHN ROHRBECK, former President
NBC Daytime TV- New York

"Sammy's music can make any party come alive."
- BARBARA WALTERS
ABC

REVIEWS AND QUOTES

ABOUT SAMMY'S CD's...

"...a winner..."So Far It's Wonderful" captures the essence of what makes Goldstein such a compelling performer...the kind of excellent programming to which other singers should aspire. Highlights are a lovely and hushed "Two for the Road," "Pieces of Dreams" and "Only a Dream." Expertly accompanied...the arrangements are superb, but I can't wait to hear Goldstein's masculine, powerful voice soaring above an orchestra with strings where it belongs."
- DAVID HURST
Show Business Weekly - November, 2001

"This CD ["So Far It's Wonderful"] is intriguing...While he can sing standards as well as any, Sammy truly shines on the more obscure, contemporary, oftentimes humorous numbers...displaying the full force of his personality and talents."
- JONATHAN FRANK
talkinbroadway.com - November, 2001

"...a Rising Star of New York Cabaret! In this collection ["So Far It's Wonderful"], Sammy maintains the energy and intimacy of his LIVE performances with the same intoxicating humor and charm, and it doesn't hurt that he is just adorable!!!"
-FOOTLIGHT RECORDS
November, 2001

1998 Top Ten List "Best CD's by Cabaret Artists" ["I'm Glad There Is You"]
- BARBARA & SCOTT SIEGEL
In Theater Magazine - January, 1999

"Sammy Goldstein's CD ["I'm Glad There Is You"]...extraordinary depth and artistry...I could write glowingly about each of the 16 numbers. Just as Goldstein's ballads are compelling, his up numbers have enormous bounce and appeal. And...every song has the stamp of his full commitment."
- ROY SANDER
Back Stage - February, 1998

"Sammy Goldstein's first CD is a very personal one...and his sincerity shines through. His voice is a perfect match to the music and lyrics."
- ROB STEVENS
It's Showtime! (L.A.) - January, 1998

"Warmly sung...nostalgic fun"
- MAX O. PREEO
Show Music Magazine - July, 1998

"...a gift of infusing a song with clarity...honest and feeling...as natural as breathing."
- ERVIN DRAKE, Songwriter ("It Was A Very Good Year" and "I Believe")
March, 1998