#1 · 2003
A genre-fusing album featuring rock, reggae, and blues styles, produced by Harper himself and showcasing 14 tracks.
14 tracksVirgin labelFive vinyl versionsStereo sound
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Ben Harper
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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761Discogs releases
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About
Ben Harper, American roots and rock with soul and folk influences.
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.
Chrysalis · 2023Wide Open Light
Studio
Chrysalis · 2022Bloodline Maintenance
Studio
Anti- · 2020Winter Is For Lovers
Studio
Anti- · 2018No Mercy In This Land
Studio
Prestige Folklore · 2014Childhood Home
Studio
Stax · 2013Get Up!
Studio
Virgin · 2011Give Till It's Gone
Studio
Capitol Records · 2006Bonnie Raitt And Friends
Studio
Virgin · 2006Both Sides Of The Gun
Studio
Virgin · 2005Live At The Apollo
Live
Virgin · 2004There Will Be A Light
Studio
Virgin · 2003Diamonds On The Inside
Studio
Virgin · 1999Burn To Shine
Studio
Virgin · 1995Fight For Your Mind
Studio
Virgin · 1994Welcome To The Cruel World
Studio
Cardas Records · 1992Pleasure And Pain
Studio
Virgin · The Will To Live
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 · 2003
02
Burn One Down
·
03
Walk Away
Welcome To The Cruel World · 1994
04
Forever
Welcome To The Cruel World · 1994
05
Waiting On an Angel
Welcome To The Cruel World · 1994
06
Another Lonely Day
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07
She's Only Happy In The Sun
Diamonds On The Inside · 2003
08
Amen Omen
Diamonds On The Inside · 2003
The essentials
The 3 Ben Harper albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1994
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
#3 · 2022
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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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Wide Open Light
Market position
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Min price 8 €Max price 35 €
Average price
21,45 €
Only 91 copies for sale on Discogs
39 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Bloodline Maintenance
Market position
i
Min price 10 €Max price 10 €
Average price
9,54 €
Only 109 copies for sale on Discogs
52 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Get Up!
Market position
i
Min price 10 €Max price 80 €
Average price
28,04 €
Only 32 copies for sale on Discogs
27 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Diamonds On The Inside
Market position
i
Min price 47 €Max price 69 €
Average price
60,42 €
Only 30 copies for sale on Discogs
81 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Welcome To The Cruel World
Market position
i
Min price 25 €Max price 42 €
Average price
33,35 €
Only 19 copies for sale on Discogs
72 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Winter Is For Lovers
Market position
i
Min price 12 €Max price 60 €
Average price
16,09 €
Only 75 copies for sale on Discogs
91 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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FAQ
FAQ: Ben Harper on physical formats
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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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026