"The bassist has one of the hardest jobs in the Jazz band: he has to provide support for the harmonic and melodic creations by the other musicians. His notes and rhythms have to propel the band outward and upward. Mike does this with strength and humility. He has a well-rounded knowledge of the instrument, he respects musicians and he respects music; plus, he's a funny guy to boot."
--- Eric Reed

"Mike Gurrola represents the level of playing that we like to see in a bass player. He plays some serious and swinging grooves, has a wealth of creative ideas that he uses liberally in his bass lines and solos, and allows his technique to help him play the instrument with ease. I'll always gladly pay to hear Mike Gurrola play!"
--- John Clayton

"I've played with just about everybody in all kinds of situations and one of the most important things to me is to be on the bandstand with a bassist who I feel comfortable with. Someone whose time feel is so comfortable that I don't have to think about anything but playing the music and swinging. About two years ago [2014] I met a young bassist named Mike Gurrola and as soon as we played together I knew he was special. Mike had it all together at a young age and is getting better all the time. He has developed into one of the first call bassists not only here in Los Angeles but with musicians in New York also. Mike has nothing but good musical experiences ahead, when I know I'll be playing with Mike I know things will be swinging."
--- Roy McCurdy

"Listening to Mike Gurrola play bass with Jonesy [Mike Jones] at once inspires and discourages me. I'll keep playing knowing that I'll never be that good but I can hold on to the fact that more people have walked on the moon than have ever played bass that well."
--- Penn Jillette