What a great artist. He should be the star of the future but first we'll have to get those useless radio stations to stop playing Rihanna and whack on some David Ford! It hardly breaks the bank to purchase this album and I promise you it is a worthy investment - once you start listening you will not stop! I have seen him live twice now (slighlty sad, I know!) and hope to see him again soon.

This is an amazing album. If you like guitar music, this album is for you. Think Damien Rice but better. This guy is a fantastic live artist and this translates over to the recorded stuff. The cover of 'There is a Light' is inspired. Best album of the year by far! Highly recommended!

This guy is criminally underplayed by the lazy radio stations. Bought the download of the 9 track album originally and its been on constant play since then. It picks up perfectly where the last album left off. Live he's way ahead of the pack, only Damien Rice has equalled his quality in my eyes. On hearing the secret track, a cover of a smiths classic, I am so pleasantly surprised at how amazing it is, he takes a perfect song, does it in his own way and makes it even more amazing!!! I am already excited to hear what he comes up with next. You will not be dissapointed, I promise!!

David Ford's 'Songs For The Road' is a truly inspirational piece of work. Probably my most listened to album; it is almost impossible to turn off. The amount of passion and
honesty in all of his lyrics are just amazing and the clarity and tone of his voice make listening to him incredibly addictive. After being told for months to listen to David
Ford I finally got round to seeing him live at Shepherds Bush Empire and I was blown away by his performance. This is the best album I have heard in years. Wonderful.

Ford's second solo album it may be, but this album places him on par with the greats, such as Dylan. The whole album clearly demonstrates his lyrical mastery with classic lines like `I'll wear my cynicism like a tattoo' and although clichéd, it is fair to admit that every song is worthy of a single release. Ford's new single Decimate is simply oral excellence and David's rendition of The Smiths `There is a light that never goes out' is sung with such emotivity that one would be forgiven for thinking it to be one of Ford's own. Buy it now.

'Songs for the Road' is Ford's second album, following on from his 2005 release 'I Sincerely Apologise for All the Trouble I've Caused'. The album opens with a song that has been used to open David Ford gigs for well over a year, called 'Go To Hell'. It's a short, string based song, which brings the listener into the mood of the album immediately. Other songs, well known to the Ford-faithful from his gigs, follow this and it's certainly interesting to hear the studio versions of these songs.

There are a few tracks on the album which, I feel, simply don't convert to CD well from that live setting. 'Scream Down St Peter' is a prime example - a song which Ford introduced to only his most recent live sets, and even though being well received at the gigs, I feel has been let down by the studio recording.

Others though, manage to capture Ford's sheer live brilliance perfectly, and I think the first five tracks on the album, bar possibly 'Go To Hell' - which ironically was the first single - are all single worthy. 'Decimate', 'I'm Alright Now' and 'Train' are all upbeat, fantastic songs, and 'Song for the Road' is a beautiful slow song about being a touring musician, which Ford uses as set closer.

The album finishes with a brand new song which I have not heard played live, called '...And so you fell'. After an initial listen, it's not jumping out at me as one of Ford's best, but his song writing talent is such that he is consistently churning out beautiful songs, and this is not an exception - it's just not as powerful as 'Song for the Road' perhaps.

Within the weeks following my purchase of Ford's first album, I fell in love with every single track. Whether that's the case here, we shall have to wait and see, but I think it's very likely - it really is a superb CD.

'Songs for the Road' is a brilliant album. It's a step towards the mainstream, in my opinion, from 'I Sincerely Apologise for all the Trouble I've Caused', but nevertheless, this does not detract from Ford's outstanding talent and the album is well worth the asking price... I recommend it to anyone who likes music.

For those who know Ford, this second album is a great treat as he fails to disappoint again. For those who are not familiar with his work the album will give you an insight into the genius that is Ford.

Every song is unique and unforgettable, with catchy lyrics teamed with the sound of many instruments. It contains humour and heart felt words that will be played time and time over.

I can only end it by wanting to say 'bring on the next album David Ford! I can't wait...'

Being a huge fan, I was hoping that Songs For The Road would at least be as good as his first album and I was not disappointed one bit! It's an amazing album that still impresses me every time I listen to it. Every song on this album from beginning to end is an instant classic. It's time that David Ford was recognised for being the great songwriter his ever growing fan base knows he is!

This is an album that is highly recommended to people who enjoy really talented singer/songwriters, or those who appreciate good music. 5 Stars.

The upbeat Decimate, the raucous outro of Requiem, the clap-happy-pub-along Nobody.. and the gospelish groove of Train all point to a grander arrangement in David Ford's new album. Take a closer look and the intimacy and simplicity of the earlier material is still prevalent: ..And So You Fell makes you almost feel he's there in the room. Alongside the usual downbeat subject matter there's the hopeful survivor in I'm Alright.., the defiant romanticism of Song for the Road or the supportive love in Decimate.

This album's a great step on. New to David Ford? It's a great place to start.

Songs For The Road is, quite simply, a beautiful piece of music. In its short 9 tracks it takes you through the emotional wringer, but without leaving you feeling crushed or defeated. Cleverly, David Ford balances the heart wrenching missives of tracks like 'Go To Hell' and 'And So You Fell....', with the rather more upbeat tones of tracks like 'Nobody'.
This album is clearly a step on from Ford's debut (I Sincerely Apologise...), with, for the most part, previously raw guitar tracks filled out to great affect. For example, the opening 30 seconds of the album features a full string ensemble, which in turn is cut through with Ford's trademark acoustic guitar.
The album also benefits from a little influence from the US, from gorgeous lap slide cameos, to a song dedicated to the perceived insanity of organized religion. St Peter, a song written about the views of a drunk Baptist minister is later followed by Requiem, the spiritual successor to the last album's 'State Of The Union', delivering the message that despite all the warnings, we appear to be accepting the fate that awaits us, and sliding towards mutual destruction of love, life and culture. Songs about meeting unattainable women on subways these aren't. And yet Ford can do romance too. Both the self depreciating story of a man trying to kid himself that he is happy alone ('Nobody') and the great cover of the Smiths 'There Is A Light...' prove it beyond doubt.

In short, this album will move you in the most subtle of ways. No crass love songs, no bitter break up songs. Just great music from an amazing talent.

Frequently, reviews of Ford feature comparisons to various artists currently 'in vogue' with the buying public. If this leads to more people listening to him, I doubt he'd have a problem with it, but for me, Ford is beyond comparison. If you don't believe me, listen to the album and consider this... Both Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen consider themselves fans.