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Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals On World Cafe

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Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals On World Cafe

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Hear why now was the right time for Harper to reunite with his longtime backing band.

Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals on World Cafe

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Studio Sessions

New Songs from the Unstoppable Ben Harper

After their last tour, Ben Harper and his bandmates went straight to the studio for Lifeline, an album of songs written during sound checks and recorded in seven days. Harper plays songs from the record and talks about its origins.

New Songs from the Unstoppable Ben Harper

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Charlie Musselwhite's Blues 'Sanctuary'

Blues harmonica legend Charlie Musselwhite has played with some of the biggest legends of the genre, at a crucial time in the history of the blues. Now young lions such as Ben Harper are contributing to his latest CD, Sanctuary. Hear live tracks of songs the two musicians recorded at NPR West, and hear an extended version of the interview.

Charlie Musselwhite's Blues 'Sanctuary'

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Ben Harper: Me, Myself And I

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Ben Harper: Me, Myself And I

After years spent playing with a backing band or collaborating with other artists, Harper returns with a resolutely solo recording called Give Till It's Gone.

Ben Harper: Me, Myself And I

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World Cafe

Ben Harper: Transcending Genre

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Blending an array of musical styles as diverse as his influences, Harper combines acoustic folk, blues, funk, soul and rock. Hear an interview and in-studio performance by Harper, whose new album Lifeline showcases a loose, expressive style.

Ben Harper: Transcending Genre

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Ben Harper: 'Both Sides' of the Story

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Blending together an array of musical styles and influences, singer/guitarist Ben Harper has carved out an unusual and exciting 12-year career. Accompanied by his backing band The Innocent Criminals, Harper skillfully combines acoustic folk, blues, funk, soul and hard rock.

Ben Harper: 'Both Sides' of the Story

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