Philadelphia Daily News
Feb 21 2006

Two famous folk clans must be glowing over the latest set by the Mammals, "Departure" (Humble Abode/Signature Sounds, B+).

The quintet includes Tao Rodriquez Seeger (Pete's grandson) on vocals, banjos, guitar and harmonica, and Ruth Ungar (Jay's daughter) on vocals, fiddles, guitar and first-class songwriting.

While rooted in acoustic music and lefty politics, these anti-war rants and personal reveries are updated with harmonic polish and smart, melodic twists that could equally appeal to a fan of Fleetwood Mac or Bonnie Raitt.