A review of "It Is What It Is" in the Grand Rapids Press by John Sinkevics the week of August 27th, 2007: "...this live CD from Leelanau County trio New Third Coast delivers harmony-driven "power folk" with multi-instrumental polish. With tunes like "Walking On" and "The Legend of Sleeping Bear," Patrick Niemisto, John Kumjian and Bryan Poirier produce an almost-perfect musical soundtrack to northern Michigan's scenic wonders." From an article titled, "ARENA BRINGS IN THE GREAT ONES" "What shouldn't get lost in the shuffle and hoopla over multimillionaire rockers is the arrival of several monumentally talented artists at smaller West Michigan venues, namely:" "-New Third Coast....This show in the intimate setting of Grace Bible College's Baker Auditorium will spotlight this attention-nabbing Leelanau County trio, which boasts three-part harmonies and multi-instrumental prowess." John Sinkevics from The Grand Rapids Press "The life and truth and joy in your music replenishes my soul (with a little help from the lakes, the sand, the scenery, and the solitude)." "That theme of being remembered, when we're not here to tell our own stories anymore, comes through powerfully in your songs." "There's something wonderful about watching you all play together that affirms life and brings me joy." Passages for a letter received from Cathy Rafferty, a listener and 3rd Coaster