Artist page · 04/07/2026

Ben Harper

PomonaBorn in 1969Alternative Country / Americana5 vinyl albums
Ben Harper, born in 1969 in California, blends folk, rock, reggae, and soul, leading bands like The Innocent Criminals and Relentless7.
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5Albums on Vinyles.com
761Discogs releases
1.6MLast.fm listeners

About

Seven vinyl albums blending rock, blues, reggae, and Americana with diverse pressings priced from €8 to €69.

Ben Harper's discography features diverse styles including rock, blues, reggae, alternative country, and funk, consistently releasing vinyl albums that showcase his multifaceted sound. His catalog spans from early 90s folk-rock to contemporary Americana and soul, with standout albums pressed in multiple formats such as LPs, deluxe editions, and test pressings.

His vinyl releases, available on labels including Virgin, Chrysalis, and Stax, attract collectors with pressing variations and limited editions. The artist's ongoing engagement with both acoustic and electric styles reflects a broad musical exploration documented in a dynamic vinyl catalog.

Discography

Ben Harper discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Wide Open LightChrysalis · 2023
2023
Wide Open Light
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Bloodline MaintenanceChrysalis · 2022
2022
Bloodline Maintenance
CD, Album
Studio
Winter Is For LoversAnti- · 2020
2020
Winter Is For Lovers
Vinyl, LP, Album, Deluxe Edition, Limited Edition, Numbered, Stereo
Studio
No Mercy In This LandAnti- · 2018
2018
No Mercy In This Land
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Childhood HomePrestige Folklore · 2014
2014
Childhood Home
CD, Album
Studio
Get Up!Stax · 2013
2013
Get Up!
CD, Album
Studio
Give Till It's GoneVirgin · 2011
2011
Give Till It's Gone
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Bonnie Raitt And FriendsCapitol Records · 2006
2006
Bonnie Raitt And Friends
DVD, DVD-Video, CD, Album
Studio
Both Sides Of The GunVirgin · 2006
2006
Both Sides Of The Gun
CD, Album, Copy Protected
Studio
Live At The ApolloVirgin · 2005
2005
Live At The Apollo
CD, Album, Copy Protected
Live
There Will Be A LightVirgin · 2004
2004
There Will Be A Light
CD, Album
Studio
Diamonds On The InsideVirgin · 2003
2003
Diamonds On The Inside
CD, Album, Copy Protected
Studio
Burn To ShineVirgin · 1999
1999
Burn To Shine
Vinyl, Album, LP
Studio
Fight For Your MindVirgin · 1995
1995
Fight For Your Mind
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Welcome To The Cruel WorldVirgin · 1994
1994
Welcome To The Cruel World
CD, Album
Studio
Pleasure And PainCardas Records · 1992
1992
Pleasure And Pain
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Will To LiveVirgin ·
The Will To Live
CD, Album, Reissue
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Ben Harper's career.

01
Diamonds On the Inside
Diamonds On the Inside
Diamonds On The Inside · 2003
02
Burn One Down
·
03
Walk Away
Walk Away
Welcome To The Cruel World · 1994
04
Forever
Forever
Welcome To The Cruel World · 1994
05
Waiting On an Angel
Waiting On an Angel
Welcome To The Cruel World · 1994
06
Another Lonely Day
·
07
She's Only Happy In The Sun
She's Only Happy In The Sun
Diamonds On The Inside · 2003
08
Amen Omen
Amen Omen
Diamonds On The Inside · 2003

The essentials

The 3 Ben Harper albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2003
LP, Album, Stereo
Diamonds On The Inside

A genre-fusing album featuring rock, reggae, and blues styles, produced by Harper himself and showcasing 14 tracks.

14 tracksVirgin labelFive vinyl versionsStereo sound
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#2 · 1994
LP, Album, Stereo
Welcome To The Cruel World

Harper’s debut album blending folk rock and acoustic elements with 14 tracks, pressed in multiple vinyl editions including a Japanese release.

14 tracksVirgin labelEight vinyl versionsStereo sound
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#3 · 2022
LP, Album
Bloodline Maintenance

Latest studio album mixing rock, blues, and folk with 11 tracks, released on Chrysalis with a notable pressing in USA & Canada.

11 tracksChrysalis labelOriginal 2022 pressingUSA & Canada pressing
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Go further

Artists similar to Ben Harper

Artists who share part of Ben Harper's musical DNA.

Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals
Ben Harper and Relentless7
The John Butler Trio
Amos Lee
Jack Johnson
Jack Johnson
Donavon Frankenreiter
Ray LaMontagne
Xavier Rudd

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Ben Harper

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

Ben Harper began playing the weissenborn guitar in childhood, shaping his signature acoustic sound.
— Artist Background
01Recording Studio

Lifeline recorded in Paris on analog tape

After both sides of the Gun tour, Harper and The Innocent Criminals recorded Lifeline in a Paris studio, Studio Gang, in seven days on a 16-track analog tape machine.

2008Paris
02Tour Collaboration

Live at the Apollo with Blind Boys of Alabama

The 2005 live album was recorded at Harlem's Apollo Theater featuring Ben Harper, The Innocent Criminals and the Blind Boys of Alabama, blending gospel into their sound.

2005Harlem
03Early Career

Debut album Welcome To The Cruel World released in 1994

This album received positive attention and introduced Harper's mix of folk rock and acoustic music, prompting a contract with Virgin Records after early independent work.

1994USA
04Live Performance

Toured with Dave Matthews Band, enhancing live reputation

Harper and The Innocent Criminals toured extensively, including a notable concert tour with Dave Matthews Band, consolidating their live performance acclaim.

Early 2000sWorldwide

Records by Ben Harper

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Diamonds On The Inside - Front Cover

Diamonds On The Inside

Ben Harper
International Rock Rock
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
From $137.00 1 offer
Welcome To The Cruel World - Front Cover

Welcome To The Cruel World

Ben Harper
International Rock Rock
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
From $26.98 2 offers
Welcome To The Cruel World - Front Cover

Welcome To The Cruel World

Ben Harper
Funk / Soul / R&B Compilations Compilations
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
From $43.34 2 offers
Long Distance Love - A Sweet Relief Tribute To Lowell George - Front Cover

Long Distance Love - A Sweet Relief Tribute To Lowell George

Multi-artistes
International Rock Rock
Flatiron Recordings
From $32.87 2 offers
Long Distance Love - A Sweet Relief Tribute To Lowell George - Front Cover

Long Distance Love - A Sweet Relief Tribute To Lowell George

Multi-artistes
Indie rock Alternative
Flatiron Recordings
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Get Up! - Front Cover

Get Up!

Ben Harper
Gospel Jazz/Blues
CONCORD RECORDS
From $24.99 1 offer
Wide Open Light - Front Cover

Wide Open Light

Ben Harper
International Rock Rock
Chrysalis Records
From $19.99 2 offers
Bloodline Maintenance - Front Cover

Bloodline Maintenance

Ben Harper
International Soul Funk/Soul/R&B/Disco
Chrysalis Records
From $23.92 1 offer
Welcome To The Cruel World - Front Cover

Welcome To The Cruel World

Ben Harper
International Rock Rock
UNIVERSAL MUSIC
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FAQ

FAQ

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genres does Ben Harper's vinyl discography cover?

His vinyl records cover rock, blues, folk, reggae, country, funk, and soul styles, reflecting a diverse musical palette.

Which labels released Ben Harper's vinyl albums?

Vinyl albums by Ben Harper have been released on Virgin, Chrysalis, Stax, and Concord Records, among others.

Are there limited edition or numbered pressings of Ben Harper's records?

Yes, some titles like Wide Open Light have limited edition and numbered pressings, appealing to collectors.

Where was the album Bloodline Maintenance pressed for vinyl?

Bloodline Maintenance was pressed in the USA and Canada on Chrysalis with catalog number BRV80.

What is the average price range for Ben Harper vinyl albums?

Prices vary from about €8 for standard vinyl editions like Wide Open Light to over €60 for some editions of Diamonds On The Inside.

Does Ben Harper perform with a band on his records?

Ben Harper has often recorded and toured with The Innocent Criminals, his long-time backing band.

What are notable live albums by Ben Harper on vinyl?

Live at the Apollo is a key live release featuring the Blind Boys of Alabama alongside Ben Harper and The Innocent Criminals.

Where can I find Ben Harper vinyl records in France?

French distributors and online shops offer various pressings including recent releases like Bloodline Maintenance on vinyl.

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Last updated: 04/07/2026