Ben Harper Biography

Ben Harper is an American roots musician who by recording covers of Marvin Gayes "Sexual Heeling" and The Verve's "The Drugs Don't Work" has stretched his appeal around the globe.

Ben Harper's first album "Welcome To The Cruel World" (94) was followed by "Fight For Your Mind" only a year later and the word of Ben Harper had quickly spread around the world.

Often touring Europe and other non American territories Ben Harper has created a dedicated following the world over.

One of Ben Harper's most successful collaborations might be the one with "The Blind Boys Of Alabama" with whom he recorded the seriously groovy "There Will Be A light" in 2004.

Initially famous for his Weissenborn slide skills, Ben Harper has shown some serious talent on most guitars.

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Ben Harper Guitar Lessons

Spytunes Guitar Lesson: 'The Drugs Don't Work'

Ben Harper Facts

Birth name: Benjamin Chase Harpe
Born: October 28, 1969, California, United States
Genres: Rock , Folk, Blues, Gospel, Reggae
Occupations: Singer, songwriter, steel guitarist, guitarist
Instruments: Weissenborn, Guitar, Drums
Years Active: 1992 — present

Ben Harper Links

Official Website: benharper.net
Myspace: myspace.com/benharper
For full Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Harper