“4 out of 5 stars. It never ceases to amaze me the way that music and artists I’ve never heard about before inexplicably cross my radar. This Norwegian duo of Rune Hauge and Kjersti Misje have been creating their own blend of laid-back country, folk and Americana music for a number of years … they even appeared at Glastonbury in 2004 … yet this album from late last year is my first introduction to them. Superb is not powerful enough to praise this. Their songwriting captures the pure essence of Americana; Kjersti’s voice is to die for and blends perfectly with Rune’s slightly gravelly tones creating a unique sound that is totally their very own. Seek out and you’ll not be disappointed! Alan Cackett”

“It was as if Loudon Wainwright III and one of the McGarrigle sisters had met up at Buddy that night. This was American singer/ songwriter and folk/roots tradition of a standard which is rarely produced by artists with a Norwegian passport"”

“Rune Hauge is an excellent guitarist, whether finger-picking or striking. He embellishes his improvised tonal passages over Misje's accompaniment, and puts in a fine choice of chords over the simple harmonics that characterise this music, in addition to elegant arrangements in intros and codas.”

“Gorgeous and tuneful at Dønhaug. The people who were there, were treated to gorgeous, tuneful music by "Millpond Moon", a duo that keeps adding to their musical range. Their repertoire clearly demonstrates that they have gathered inspiration while on their latest tours in USA and England.”

“However, the sparkle they brought to their jamming, and their ability to play off the cuff, bear witness of a standard which is far from ordinary fare in this country.”

"Their vocal interplay and guitar playing was so effortless, classy and energetic that the posters' promise of "superb listening " was fulfilled many times over.

“ Millpond Moon is known to be a great live-act. Acoustic and transparent, yet close and gratifying, and with two voices and two guitars in perfect harmony.”

“Considering that their nearest branch of Dunkin' Donuts is 4000 miles west of their home in Norway, it's astonishing just how authentically American Kjersti Misje and Rune Hauge sound on their latest release. Assuming the name Millpond Moon, Kjersti and Rune have managed to capture the essence of Americana on BROKE IN BROOKLYN with songs that tip their hat to Alison Krauss, Peter Rowan, Tony Rice and Shaun Colvin to name just a few distinct influences. Whilst both Misje and Hauge are proficient, occasionally dazzling acoustic guitarists, the true allure of this album lies within the melding of two soaring vocals. This is especially apparent on their reading of Peter Rowan's You Were There For Me and Hauge's stirring High Mountain. It is a union that, at times, recalls the fine blend of Christine Collister and Clive Gregson and, with the delightful addition of fiddle, double bass and the occasional mandolin, it's one that makes for a very satisfying album indeed. ”

“Superb album from veteran Bergen duo. It has now been eight years since Hauge and Misje played the Glastonbury Festival in England. Since then they’ve been busy touring the UK as well as the US. In the borderland between roots, bluegrass and country the two of them have explored vocal harmonies that few will be able to repeat, and with good old-fashioned accompaniment featuring acoustic guitars, violin, mandolin, dobro, piano and double bass they have developed a dynamic and highly agreeable sound which is custom- made for the format. Their voices complement each other perfectly, so much so that their combination far surpasses the quality of the components. The guitar playing is something else all-together. The two have split the jobs between them in a rational and laid-back way which excellently matches their style of music. Broke in Brooklyn is 12 tracks of pure listening joy, beautifully arranged and produced. .”

“«...The new album from the Norwegian duo Millpond Moon is called "Broke in Brooklyn." Not that the music sounds urban, but the songs from Rune and Kjersti is very American influenced, so that "Broke in Bergen" (which is the town they both come from) would have been very misleading...» «...There is a lot of "Skandi-American" music, but Millpond Moon orient themselves closely with the North American style. Rune and Kjersti have a folky and acoustic approach, that can be compared with the sound James Taylor and Carly Simon once had. And when it comes to the instrumental, text and performance, Millpond Moon can be compared with the above ideals...»”

“Genuine atmosphere This is the second album since their debut in 2001, but Kjersti Misje and Rune Hauge’s output is far from patchy. They have been on tour round the world with their acoustic folk music, including the Glastonbury Festival in England. Rune Hauge in particular draws on long experience gained from a number of different connections. The Bergen-based duo’s proficiency is easy to detec - they sound tight, secure and experienced, yet genuine and inspired.”