“Ben Bedford has proven himself to be a truly inspired and talented storyteller.”
–Arthur Wood, Maverick

“If you’re in search of fresh and original talent, listen no further than Ben Bedford.”
–Rich Warren, Sing Out!

“A brilliant songwriter and performer.”
–Ed Becker, KDHX-St. Louis

“Beautiful and unusual songs that take the listener to the heart of the matter.”
–Diana Jones, singer-songwriter

“…one of America’s finest young writers…”
–Andrew Calhoun, singer-songwriter and owner of Waterbug Records

“One of the best of the new generation of American singer-songwriters.”
–Len Jaffe, The Sounding Board

” I see Ben as one of the best songwriter-storytellers in the business right now. ”
–Betsi Meissner, KXCI-Tucson, Arizona

“When Ben Bedford sings, it sounds like his heart is in his breath.”
–Doug Lang, COOP Radio-Vancouver, British Columbia

“Ben’s new album…excellent as usual-great songs”
–Bob Brown, WNMC-Traverse City, Michigan

“….a brilliant polyvalent metaphor for Mississippi, 1955. Bedford goes deeper into Till’s mythos as scapegoat than Hughes, Kramer or Dylan ever did. Of all the songs about Emmett Till, Bedford’s ‘Land’ ranks as one of the most daring, poetic, and artfully crafted.”
–Phillip C. Kolin, Southern Cultures

“5 out of 5 stars for Land of the Shadows”
–Jacques-Eric Legarde, XRoads

“Anyone wondering what in the world happened to folk music would do well to listen to Ben Bedford. He looks like a young Townes Van Zandt, and his sound is rooted in things good and real. I believe he means every word he sings.”
–Peter Cooper, singer/songwriter, journalist

“Bedford’s songs tell stories from the inside looking out, taking the listener into the heart and soul of the subject. Great songwriting has always done this, but sometimes we forget and it takes someone like Bedford to remind us of the magic.”
Dorothy Hamm, publicist and freelance writer

“Land of the Shadows is one great album from start to finish, chock-full
of stunning songs and fine performances.  The opening song – Twenty One – was selected as
one of our favourite tracks of 2009.  A powerful anti-war anthem.  We await Ben’s
British visit with keen anticipation.”
Iain Anderson and Stewart Cruickshank, BBC Radio-Scotland

“Land of the Shadows has exceeded all expectations. What a superb follow-up to Bedford’s wonderful debut album. The story lines intrigue, the melodies and voice are sharp–it’s the whole package. I’m already in line for a third CD.”
Steve Clarke, Erin Radio-Erin, Ontario

“…solid solid solid in every aspect…don’t for a second think folk is dead or dying; CDs like Land of the Shadows show it was only catching its breath, waiting for guys like Ben Bedford to show up.”
Mark S. Tucker, Folk and Acoustic Music Exhange

“…a sensitive look inside the people of America’s heartland, past and present.”
Fiddlefreak Folk Music Blog

“Captivating songs, one after another.”
Ray Pieters, Golden Flash Radio-Westerlo, Belgium