Jim,
I am sorry to hear he was put off by an unpleasant review.
I think that reviews often tell the public more about the reviewer,than the recording/book that is supposed to have been reviewed.
I had the great fortune to find an LP of Elizabeth Cronin,in Skibbereen library,it was a delight,.wonderful singing and interesting repertoire.
when I was up Kilmicheal way,I had the good fortune to meet a relative of hers, who was also a fine singer.
It is very sad her relatives were put off by this unpleasant review,however I cant blame them ,I am sure I would feel the same way myself.
Once upon a time, I believed that all people who purported to want to promote the music of traditional singers ,really did want to do that,sadly it might appear, that this is not always the case.
Dick Miles