Here's what people say!

"The Cat's Pajamas makes great music for everyone in the family - even dads. Listen to them and you'll find that common ground where all humans live and play - regardless of their age. It's a great place to be."

-- Bill Harley, children's musician, story-teller, NPR commentator

  • Reviews of the new album, Backseat Driver:

  • “The Cat's Pajamas serves up refreshing family music with quirky style, an upbeat groove, smooth multi-part harmonies and a keen eye for a child's-eye view of the world.” – Parents’ Choice Award Silver Honor Winner for Backseat Driver

  • “My favorite track: ‘How Many People in a Family?’” –Kathy O’Connell, Kids Corner“

  • "Their newest release Backseat Driver couldn’t be more appropriately named and more fun! Be ready to put this one on repeat – luckily, you won’t mind one bit.” – Philly Parent Circle

  • “[Backseat Driver] has quickly become a family favorite.  There are so many great songs that it’s impossible to pick a favorite song, but I find myself humming “Driving in My Car” and “Alphabet Soup” repeatedly. …The kids are singing “Alphabet Soup” and dancing all over the place as I write this. And the album isn’t playing at the moment.” –MacaroniKid

  • “I can affirm that Backseat Driver is ridiculously enjoyable because I have caught myself playing it when there are no children in earshot.” – Erin Lee Kelly, children’s musician

  • “The latest CD by The Cat's Pajamas is delightful. I, for one, am honored that they recorded two of my songs (Driving In My Car & Building A Better World). The arrangements are fabulous, the playing and singing is so darn enjoyable, and I have to say that this CD is a winner!” Ellen Allard, composer and performer


  •  More reviews of The Cat's Pajamas!
  • "The Cat’s Pajamas was FANTASTIC! Everyone was talking about your performance, and how much the children enjoyed it, first thing Monday morning here in the office! Thank you for being a part of the 2012 Philadelphia Book Festival!" - Naisha Patterson, Free Library of Philadelphia
  • "There are only two bands I'll take my kids to: Troutfishing in America and The Cat's Pajamas!" (a dad)
     
  • "The most polished act in the Philly kids music scene. The production sparkles with care and quality." (Philadelphia Folksong Society Newsletter)
     
  • "I am hearing you out the kazoo! Max plays it morning to night. He was upset with when I told him "No Cat's Pajamas until your homework is done!" (a mom whose son sold tickets to his own performances of Cat's Pajamas' music! )
     
  • "As a testament to your talent, my daughter announced the next morning that she wanted to be one of The Cat's Pajamas when she grows up. Consider us big fans!" (a mom)
     
  • Great fans in Ocean City"The Cat's Pajamas are dynamos! Their enthusiasm is infectious...sassy verve, crisp immaculate harmonies. Move over Raffi!" (Rambles, an arts review zine)
     
  • "...the audience of over 500 children and their families clearly enjoyed your show." (Columbia Mall)
     
  • "Your performance was very creative and thoroughly engaging - even for the adults who raved about it." (Nancy Goldenberg, Fairmount Park Commission)

    Awards

    Backseat Driver won a 2012 Parents' Choice Award Silver Honor!                                                               

    The Kids Music Award for Best Song about Reading ("Read To Me") and Best Album (Reading Rocks!, 2011)"

    Goin Bananas chosen as "Best Recording for Young Children - 2002" by The Children's Music Web

    Chosen as the PA Library Association's State Musicians and commissioned to write the theme song for Summer Reading Club 2002.

     

  • "I can't thank you guys enough for the wonderful shows you did. It was beyond anything I had hoped for - we had over 1500 people attend across the 5 shows. Thank-you, thank-you, thank-you!" (Paula Gilbert, Director of Operations, Martin Library)
     
  • "On behalf of the nearly 500 handicapped children attending the Very Special Arts Festival, I would like to thank you for making it a memorable day for all involved." (Lois G., Supervisor, Federal Projects)
     
  • "On behalf of the students and staff at Southeast Elementary School, I would like to thank you for a thrilling afternoon of entertainment. Your magnificent stage presence and communication with the student audience was breathtaking. Thank you once again for the best show around." (Barbara Heckard, Principal)
     

  • "The Cat's Pajamas drew the largest crowd in the history of our summer concert series. We've never seen anything like it." (a very satisfied Park and Rec. Department Director)