““Rick Harris' presence in the poetry community is highly admired. His unique style stamps him as one of the elite poets alive.” From: Author Michelle E Alford on Aug 9, 2011 ”

“Flava News Flava News: Nice to have you back on the scene...you have been missed. This is new piece is both haunting and beautiful. With Much Love & Respect”

“OMG!!! That is so beautiful! It sent chills all over me. I just listened to it 3 times in a row. You truly have a gift of putting words with music; that truly is so, so beautiful.”

“That was BEAUTIFUL Rick. I love it. "Kiss of the Tangerine Moon". You know how much I love, love, love, love, love the PIANO and that SPANISH touch made it even more beautiful. You are very articulate *LOL*”

"I enjoyed myself sooooo much. Thank you for allowing me to be apart of your show, i'm just sorry that my music could not be played. Anyway you are such a Great Host, and I look forward to the next time. Please keep doing what your doing and Stay Blessed.' Much Love, Bone'

“The comedy show was off the meter!!! Rick aka Verbalskillz opened the show with his EROTIC poetry from his book "My Clouds Have Wings". Rick lit the fire, comedians Ra Ra Bracey, Yappa, Enuff Ced and D-Nic set off the explosion at the Maxx.”

"I thoroughly enjoyed your spoken word poetry at the Maxx Social Club last evening. It was awesome. Can't wait to buy your book, "MY CLOUDS HAVE WINGS", and will be looking out for your new novel. Thank you and let me know when you will be reciting again"...Martha Dickey