Ben Harper

California, United States
Years active: 1992 - present
Genres: Folk rock, blues rock, alternative rock, soul, funk, rock, gospel, reggae, jam rock

Benjamin Charles Harper, born on October 28, 1969, is a renowned American musician known for his songwriting and prowess in playing multiple instruments. He showcases a diverse blend of blues, folk, soul, reggae, and rock genres. Renowned for his guitar expertise, voice, captivating live shows, and activism, Harper has unveiled twelve studio albums, predominantly with Virgin Records, and has performed on international stages.

A recipient of three Grammy Awards and nominated seven times, Harper was honored with the Best Pop Instrumental Performance and Best Traditional Soul Gospel Album in 2004, and the Best Blues Album in 2013.

Furthermore, at the 40th Blues Music Awards, his collaborative piece with Charlie Musselwhite, titled "No Mercy in This Land," was distinguished as the Song of the Year.

He currently enjoys a solo career and previously lent his talents to the rock band The Innocent Criminals (1999 - 2016).

 

Discography

Gigs

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Ben Harper

Comfort Festival - Parco Villa Casati Stampa

Cinisello Balsamo, California, , Italy

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Ben Harper

Openluchttheater Rivierenhof

Antwerpen, Belgium

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Ben Harper

Openluchttheater Rivierenhof

Antwerpen, Belgium

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Ben Harper

Festival Cruilla XXS 2025

Barcelona, Spain

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Sequoie Music Park - Parco Caserme Rosse

Bologna, Italy

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Anfiteatro degli Scavi

Pompei, Italy

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Piazza del Popolo

Fermo, Italy

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Villa Bertelli - Forte dei Marmi

Forte Dei Marmi, Italy

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Lago Superiore di Fusine

Plezzo Di Tarvisio, Italy

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Wiener Konzerthaus

Wien, Austria

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Piazzola Live Festival - Anfiteatro Camerini

Piazzola Sul Brenta, Italy

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Jazz in Marciac 2025

Marciac, France

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Ben Harper

Theatre Jean Deschamps

Carcassonne, France

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