"This is Glover’s second album working with the producer Neilson Hubbard and it’s the most personal record he has made. This is what happens when a damn fine producer creates a trusting environment that allows the artist to throw out ideas and try new things. And it has been most successful here on this record. It’s easy to see how the trusting relationship afforded Ben the space to explore and make quiet possibly the best record of his career. Well worth the listen, and after one listen it just grows on you and becomes an old friend. A stunning album" - Mutant Space IE

"With two quality albums already under his belt, Ben Glover has decided to strip the sound right back, putting the reliance firmly on his vocals and the value of the songs. Produced again by Neilson Hubbard who was at the helm on THROUGH THE NOISE, THROUGH THE NIGHT this album has Ben Glover evolving into a very accomplished artist." - Maverick Magazine

“Before The Birds is simply stunning. His sound has a familiarity to it, like all the best bits of artists he loves, yet he has nailed a sound which is uniquely his...With each album release he is laying down a new benchmark for himself which is going to be harder and harder to better. The thing is though, you just know that he will better it, as hard as it is going to be."

musiccritic.co.uk

"Ben Glover has never put out a bad recording, but Before The Birds is quite exceptional. He's writing songs that are universally great and he's delivering them with such poise. He gives the listener reassurance and soul at a time when you thought those qualities were all used up."

STUART BAILIE (BBC) 

"Having previously notched up comparisons to Earle, Forbert, Springsteen, Morrison and Gray, while faint traces remain here and there (along with a vague hint of Dylan) this time round he's very much his own voice...Sketching pictures, Glover's lyrics are economical and direct, yet emotionally poetic. It's testament to his writing skills and the conviction of his heart that he can write something called Song Of A Caged Bird Singing with a line about a broken wing and soar above the inherent cliches...Take a listen, because this is a musical love affair you'll want to be in for the long haul."

Netrhythms

"Ben Glover’s voice is as smooth as chocolate and Before the Birds is as warm and comfortable as your favorite fleece on Saturday morning...This album will mellow out even the toughest commute. It’s is a must have."

Fanrealm

"The resemblance between Glover and Springsteen is uncanny. Not only does he have the rugged voice of Bruce but also he adds a sweet bright sound of music behind his voice. The two meshed together make a dynamic combination."

Celebritycafe.com

"Glover's third record, Before the Birds, is comprised of ten mellow mid-to-slow tempo tunes with heartfelt lyrics and a pleasing delivery.  Highly recommended."

RIYL: Ellis Paul (A Fifty Cent Lighter and a Whiskey Buzz)

"What raises Ben Glover above the common herd of Singer / Songwriters is of course the songs and his lyrics - but good lyrics do not help if they are delivered in a meaningless way. And this is where Glover is exceptional. All the time you can HEAR how he means what he sings, and we believe in Glover as a singer, as a storyteller, as an artist."

musikkbloggen.

 

 “For anyone wondering who the next big thing to come out of Northern Ireland will be, we at The Late Show would advise you to take a listen to Ben Glover..." 

THE LATE SHOW, BBC RADIO ULSTER 

 

 

“There's the unmistakable spark of the classic storyteller in Ben's songs.  He writes real songs about real characters and delivers them with a passion you rarely see these days.  He is without question one of the finest song writers in Ireland today.” 

RALPH McLEAN (BBC) 

 

"Ben Glover hails from Northern Ireland but sounds like he belongs amongst the best of American singer/ songwriters- and could easily be a rival for the likes of Ryan Adams" 

GET READY TO ROCK (NIKK GUNNS) 

 

 

"Glover’s voice gives a frailty to some of these songs that really pushes their mood to another level... There are a number of killer tracks on this album." 

 Broken Jukebox     

 

 

THROUGH THE NOISE, THROUGH THE NIGHT (2010) 

 

"Ben Glover's second record is a shining work of kindness and heart, and I am proud to have co-written a song on it with him. Great art is a generosity, one lonely soul sharing itself with others hoping to be seen, and in these songs Ben, I see you." 

MARY GAUTHIER (singer/songwriter) 

"Ben Glover is blessed with a very special voice, and having written Through The Noise, Through The Night shows his ear is also finely tuned to the vicissitudes of the human condition. Full Moon Child sounds, to me, like a modern classic." –

RICKY ROSS (Deacon Blue) 

"With Through The Noise, Through The Night, it seems that Ben Glover is on the edge of greatness." THE IRISH NEWS 

 

“It is fair to say that this is a mighty fine piece of work. As the saying goes, no fillers, all killers. I'm sure that stardom in his native Ireland is assured and with songs of the quality of First Chance For Second Tries he deserves it. Remember the name. He is going to be massive.” WWW.THEMUSICCRITIC.CO.UK 

 

 “Full Moon Child is a classic in the making, it’s worth the price alone, but that’s just a taster of what lies ahead...Monument Green reveals Glover’s keen ear for a catchy pop melody, Where The Lines Are (from whence the title comes) is a fine example of shuffling Celtic Americana that will again draw David Gray references just as Let It Do What It Does reveals a streak of Van…The man deserves to be huge. Consider you duty to help him on his way.” 

MIKE DAVIES (NETRHYTHMS.COM) 

"Listen to his music. You too will become an instant fan. You will be hearing lots more from this singer/songwriter." 

Fan Realm 

 

THE WEEK THE CLOCKS CHANGED (2008) 

 

"Great debut album from a major talent in the making" 

MAVERICK MAGAZINE - **** (4 stars) 

 

“A Fabulous record…This guy’s going to be a star” 

GERRY ANDERSON (BBC) 

 

"Glover's charisma is palpable from the opening chords of No Direction Home, and hollers for the benefit of a tour to showcase his songbook in all three dimensions." 

THE IRISH TIMES - **** (4 stars) 

 

"The quality of the writing is excellent and Ben has an engaging voice. I feel sure we will be watching his career for many years to come." 

BLUES MATTERS 

 

“There are just not enough good things to say about this album - Buy it." 

COMPULSIVE.CO.UK 

 

"Glover is our very own Bruce Springsteen with an Irish accent and The Week The Clocks Changed shouldn't be missing in any record collection." 

STATE MAGAZINE 

 

"Ben Glover has been quietly charming the under-crackers off of everyone from Belfast to Nashville and everywhere in between for the past few years and his debut album, The Week The Clocks Changed is one of the most accomplished records you'll hear all year." 

FATE MAGAZINE 

 

“Ben has got some heavyweight names chipping, not least Al Perkins, Vince Gill, Jim Lauderdale and Buddy Miller. You can understand why they’d want to be involved”. 

NET RHYTHMS 

 

 

“The likes of Strong Enough For This and Higher Ground could easily be the work of big-hatted cowboys, but are strangely all the more impressive when sung by a law graduate from Co. Antrim.” 

Q MAGAZINE 

 

“Whether it be the outlaw music of Willie Nelson or acoustic philosophizing of early Dylan – to whom the opening No Direction Home presumably makes tribute – Glover bends his influences to his own purposes creating music that is eye-wateringly sharp and fresh.” 

AU MAGAZINE ALBUM REVIEW 

 

"Some great melodies here and Glover has a good range in his voice, from quiet and husky to power pop. If Radio 2 ran their own daytime chart it would top that." 

GET READY TO ROCK (JOE GEESON)