Mike Alexander, Sunday Star Times Reviews “Aurere”

“It’s surprising that Aucklander Caitlin Smith hasn’t attracted interest from a major label. …. With songs as insightful and compelling as ‘Ugly Duck’ or the equally lovely ‘I am Joe’s heart’ and ‘Penelope’. As a below-the-surface songwriter, she’s got a voice to match and stretches it with ease to skit and flit over the funky, ambitious gymnastics of ‘Comfort song. …. Impressive” Mike Alexander, Sunday Star Times, February 20. 2005