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Tiny Desk

Benjamin Booker: Tiny Desk Concert

November 17, 2017 • Benjamin Booker has a deeply tender voice that, at times, can feel like a whisper But it always cuts to the heart.

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First Listen

Review: Benjamin Booker, 'Witness'

May 25, 2017 • Booker's second studio album is inspired by a society that disproportionately harms black bodies, and what he saw as his own lack of effort to do anything about it.

Benjamin Booker Announces New Album, Shares 'Witness'

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All Songs Considered

Benjamin Booker Announces New Album, Shares 'Witness'

March 9, 2017 • The New Orleans-based guitarist and songwriter returns with a personal, political gospel track, lent moral urgency by Mavis Staples. Hear the song and read Booker's accompanying essay.

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The Record

Benjamin Booker Faces The Past

March 11, 2015 • In a double-length video for two songs from his debut album, the punk-influenced blues singer struggles with civil rights issues that we can't seem to settle.

Ken Tucker's Top 9 Albums Of 2014, Plus A Book

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The Best Music Of 2014

Ken Tucker's Top 9 Albums Of 2014, Plus A Book

Fresh Air

December 16, 2014 • Making new sounds while staying mindful of the past is a common theme in the Fresh Air music critic's year-end list.

Ken Tucker's Top 9 Albums Of 2014, Plus A Book

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Public Radio's 10 Breakout Artists Of 2014

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The Best Music Of 2014

Public Radio's 10 Breakout Artists Of 2014

December 15, 2014 • Hosts from across the country share their favorite new discoveries, from Niia to Hozier.

For Benjamin Booker, A Missed Shot Became A Music Career

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For Benjamin Booker, A Missed Shot Became A Music Career

August 16, 2014 • The 25-year-old "punk blues" musician talks learning from religion and relationships, and how a professional rejection turned out to be a lucky break.

For Benjamin Booker, A Missed Shot Became A Music Career

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