"This is an album of real stature. These are outstanding new interpretations which deserve to be force-fed to those who persist in believing there's only one way to perform traditional ballads. What a fine release, and a neat idea on the photo too!"
Folk Roundabout

"Yes folks, we have yet another British performer doing a collection of traditional ballads. At least half a dozen other singers immediately pop into my mind ready for comparison when I contemplate it. But Jon Harvison’s Knights Gambit pulls it off for a variety of reasons. He’s got a great voice and delivery, knows his material, doesn’t try anything too fancy. Keep your ear out for this guy's work, folks, I think he’s onto something".
Green Man USA

"Knights gambit: a fascinating album, with the feel of a beautiful antique. Jon goes decisively against the flow, no special effects, nothing flash and ornate just a powerful voice which has the sonority of jazz and rock, a simple, linear almost spartan presentation. A cd with a special feel. Which means you are treated to a cd which is really different from the standard of other discs of traditional ballads"

Keltika Italy

"Co-produced by, and featuring Steafan Hannigan, Knights Gambit is guitarist/singer Jon Harvison’s unique treatment of the ballad tradition. Although the material will be familiar, the inventive musical arrangements breathe new life into the songs. There are shades of Bill Caddick in Harvison’s vocals, and, although the idiosyncrasies in his delivery might prove an acquired taste, it is one definitely worth acquiring".
Taplas

"This is an impressive and mature release. I reckon that with High DivingJon has produced another quality "calling card". A creditable and satisfying collection that ought to bring Jon no little acclaim.
Tykes News

"What is particularly noticeable from track one onwards is his powerful vocal delivery, which contrasts seamlessly with his solid and carefully coordinated acoustic guitar style. Harvison projects his material in a well-produced form and he shines out his soul and obvious love for his music. Well known songs are arranged in a way that gives these much used titles a new lease of life thanks to his unique and powerful interpretation. A highly recommended album indeed".
New Folk Sounds Netherlands

"This is an exceptionally fine album…recorded confirmation that Jon Harvison is one of contemporary folk music's finest exponents"
Folk On Tap

"Verily hath it been spoken that there is a greater joy in heaven over one repentant sinner than over a whole cloud-full of saints. How much more so if the repentant one is a sinner songwriter, amen. As a thorny old traddy I was itching to dislike this album. In fact it’s quite won me over. In coming at the traditional repertoire from a different angle, Jon has shed new light on it. There are more ways to skin a
cat as my old granny used to say".
Stirrings