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Ben Harper

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Review 1 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

The Ben Harper of old!

Concerts At Marymoor @

- Redmond @

, WA @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Ben grooving to the crowd singing the chorus of with my own two hands. @

Posted 08/31/2011

by Souprgrover

Location:Seattle

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I have been seeing Ben Harper since the late 90's. His music always rocked on his albums, but the live concerts is what really made him one of my favorites. His honest humbleness and graciousness coupled with his and his bandmates excellent abilities were unmatched. It seems that over the last few times he was not the normal Ben Harper, kind of playing just to play the show and not enjoy the show. This was the Ben Harper of 8-10 years ago. Loving every minute on stage, giving 100% of his energy and soul into the music, and back to interacting with the crowd as if they were his buddies in his backyard. As has been the case many times he has done things that I haven't seen him do before. This time it was playing 3 new songs that are unreleased, veering off the set-list during his acoustic set (another favorite that seemed to go away previously), and playing a 6 song encore. A extremely rocking CSN&Y's Ohio was also a trreat. Other highlights included giving a 1 1/2-2 yr old a steel slide from his collection (although one can argue why a child that young there in the first place, but that is for a different time.) The venue was excellent, nestled in the trees in the middle of the park with great acoustics and excellent beer list to boot although the food was somewhat to be desired. I do have to say that his bandmates, why talented enough, are more or less wallflowers allowing him to shine. The old Innocent Criminals all had much more personality and the group seemed to groove together much better, but oh well. Maybe he will get them back together for another record sometime. Lastly, concerts like this is why I go whenever I hear Ben is coming to town. It is always worth it.

Concerts At Marymoor @

- Redmond @

, WA @

- Sat, Aug 27, 2011 @

Favorite moment: Ben grooving to the crowd singing the chorus of with my own two hands. @

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Review 2 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

Amazing Jazz Night

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Posted 05/13/2013

by MissyJean

Location:Boston

I love Ben Harper's music which is only better live. The show with Charlie Musselwhite was fantastic, we were up and dancing all night. My only complaint is that the show wasn't long enough, I would've loved to see them perform for 3 hours!

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- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

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Review 3 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

Absolutey amazing!

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Second song - Get Up! @

Posted 05/12/2013

by rickyytan

I loved this show. They absolutely rocked the Beacon.

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Second song - Get Up! @

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Review 4 for Ben Harper

4 / 5

Harper Good,Musselwhite Awesome!!!

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: The 5 encore songs!! I also liked the introductions of the band by Ben Harper. @

Setlist: Opened show with, I Don't Believe a word you Said!;Movin and Groovin (Musselwhite song) @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 05/11/2013

by CBLGUY60

The show was really great, once it started! The show was supposed to be at 7:30p.m.,but they didn't start until8:20p.m.. I know most shows don't start right on time, but thought it would be sooner than 50 mins after. The show had good sound, from our seat on the floor, about 3/4 back from stage. I really went to see Charlie, but I was impressed with Ben Harper. I didn't know his music too much previously, but I liked all of the songs performed. He is an excellent vocalist for one thing! I have followed Charlie for 20 years now, and I was so happy that I got finally hear him! His harmonica was filling up the theatre with that classic sound! At 69 yrs old, he is still in his prime! Great show, and classic old theatre!! Recommend this show to anyone!!

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: The 5 encore songs!! I also liked the introductions of the band by Ben Harper. @

Setlist: Opened show with, I Don't Believe a word you Said!;Movin and Groovin (Musselwhite song) @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 5 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

charlie and ben dynamic duo

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: levee breaks Ben solo no mic @

Posted 05/07/2013

by ospreyman

Location:boston area

got off to a late start but didn't stop . Outstanding band. thanks to who ever had the idea of this collabaration.

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: levee breaks Ben solo no mic @

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Review 6 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: I've been listening to them on repeat and was thrilled to have them do a Zeppelin cover. @

Opening act(s): None. @

Posted 05/07/2013

by Gruvengirl

Location:Omaha

The vibe was full circle. Ben & Charlie were into us as much as we were into them.

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: I've been listening to them on repeat and was thrilled to have them do a Zeppelin cover. @

Opening act(s): None. @

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Review 7 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Posted 05/07/2013

by Anonymous

Awesome show! The band, Ben Harper and Charlie were tight. Amazing performance.

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, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

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Review 8 for Ben Harper

3 / 5

ben harper and charlie musselwhite

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Posted 05/06/2013

by moberg30

Location:Boston, MA

show started over 1 hour late - not cool.

it was an ok show!

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

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Review 9 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

Awesome show

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- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Posted 05/06/2013

by Redgar

Charlie Musselwhite is still the man!
Harpers soul and a tight band all together makes for an amazing evening of the Blues with a little Led Zep to blow the roof off. Rockin show!

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

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Review 10 for Ben Harper

4 / 5

Ben Harper's blues will make you Get Up!

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: On "All That Matters Now" Ben sang without the use of a microphone and his voice was amazing and strong! Great way to close it out! @

Setlist: I Don't Believe a Word You Say, Get Up, The Blues Overtook Me, Don't Look Twice, When It's Good, I'm In I'm Out and I'm Gone, Blood Side Out, Homeless Child, I Ride At Dawn, I'm Going Home, When the Levee Breaks, We Can't End This Way, Long Legged Woman, You Found Another Lover (I Lost Another Friend), All That Matters Now @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 05/06/2013

by Anonymous

Location:Lowell, MA

I have to say that I had only heard of Ben Harper before I bought his 2013 release, "Get Up!" I had never heard of Charlie Musselwhite, but the album and this show have given me plenty of reasons to get more familiar with both! The music is unbelievable and the performances are always stunning based upon what I've seen online.

I was so looking forward to this show that I listened to the album almost every day, usually several times a day. I was glad that he played the entire album as well as some of Charlie's tunes and a GREAT rendition of Led Zeppelin's "When the Levee Breaks."

The only critiques I have are: 1) the drummer was not the same as the one on the album and he seemed to lack energy. He made a mistake on one of my favorite tunes from the album, too. 2) The sound in the balcony where I sat was not very good. The vocals and harmonica got lost among the guitars, bass, and drums. Video of the event reveals that this was not the case in the lower levels.

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: On "All That Matters Now" Ben sang without the use of a microphone and his voice was amazing and strong! Great way to close it out! @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 11 for Ben Harper

4 / 5

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Posted 05/06/2013

by Anonymous

Great show! Charlie Musselwhite alone would have made for a great night, but the pairing with Ben Harper made things that much more interesting, and added a great inter-generational vibe as well. The Harlem Gospel Choir was great, too, although the sound should have been better balanced so that you could hear them better (same goes for Charlie's harmonicas). I didn't know what to expect when I bought the tickets - I am so glad that I went!

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, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

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Review 12 for Ben Harper

4 / 5

Ben Harper and Charlie Musselwhite at the Orpheum

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Any time he takes his hat off @

Opening act(s): NA @

Posted 05/06/2013

by NeedMoreBen

Location:Orpheum

As always Ben was Amazing!
First time I have seen Charlie perform and he was also amazing.
I was however disappointed not so much that the show stared an hour late, but that the entire show only lasted 1.5 hours... the lat time Ben was in town he played 3 hours in a solo performance... that was by far my favorite Ben Harper so to date... I would have like to hear more of Ben's songs...he can make it up to me next time he is in town... I will be there...:)

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Any time he takes his hat off @

Opening act(s): NA @

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Review 13 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

SO GOOD!

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: The moment they took the stage to the moment it ended. Unbelievable @

Posted 05/06/2013

by Joshua24

Amazing! Absolutely amazing! I wish they would add another date! I totally go again and bring more people!

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: The moment they took the stage to the moment it ended. Unbelievable @

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Review 14 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

Ben Harper and Charlie Musselwhite were top notch

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Kasmir! @

Posted 05/06/2013

by Anonymous

Location:Worcester ma

We enjoyed the show from start to finish. As always Ben Haprer will keep you engaged with his stellar guitar playing and soulful lyrics, and Charlie on harmonica islike no other!

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Kasmir! @

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Review 15 for Ben Harper

4 / 5

Great Combination

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Their version of Led Zeppelin's "When The Levee Breaks" @

Posted 05/06/2013

by PaulieV

Although the show started over an hour late it was well worth it. Ben Harper is a great slide player and vocalist and Charlie Musselwhite who has to be in his 70's still has a strong voice and can play the harp. The highlight to me was their version of Led Zeppelin's "When The Levee Breaks" The songs were played in a more lively fashion than the recent album.

Orpheum Theatre @

- Boston @

, MA @

- Sat, May 4, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Their version of Led Zeppelin's "When The Levee Breaks" @

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Review 16 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Posted 05/05/2013

by Anonymous

fantastic performance!!! I highly recommend seeing this performance.

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

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Review 17 for Ben Harper

3 / 5

Sound mix was terrible

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: The end, when they FINALLY turned off the instruments that had been drowning Ben out, and he sung acapella. Wish the entire show had been like that. @

Opening act(s): None @

Posted 05/05/2013

by Mjdrosebud

I am sure that Ben and Charlie sounded great with their respective instruments and voices. It would have been nice to actually have been able to HEAR them. The sound mix was AWFUL. The lead guitarist was SO loud it drowned out the vocals, Ben's slide guitar, and Charlie's harmonica...the three very things I paid money to see and hear. Instead, I was treated to Ben's OTHER guitarist and bassist, two people that I could not have cared any less about. I left EXTREMELY disappointed. I hope for everyone else's sake, they fix the problem for future shows.

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: The end, when they FINALLY turned off the instruments that had been drowning Ben out, and he sung acapella. Wish the entire show had been like that. @

Opening act(s): None @

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Review 18 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Posted 05/05/2013

by Anonymous

One of the best concerts I've ever been to, it was just a magical night!

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

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Review 19 for Ben Harper

5 / 5

Ben Harper and Charlie Musselwhite was amazing

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Posted 05/05/2013

by Anonymous

This act was a real good mix of contemporary blues rock with older Afro hymns from the deep south. Harper playing a lead/slide pedal steel with some electric guitar and Musselwhite wailing on harmonica. High energy-BLUES ROCK FOREVER.

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

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Review 20 for Ben Harper

4 / 5

GUITAR VOLUME

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Ben Harper and Carlie Muusselwhite on stage without the band plus Ben Harper singing without the assistence of a mic. @

Posted 05/05/2013

by valves

Location:New Jersey

The show was great. Totally enjoyed the quiter moments of the show. All would have been great had it not been for the volume of the lead guitar. He drowned out the vocals of both Ben and Charlie and the hamonica riffs of Charlie Musselwhite, etc. It is not that I don't like loud music, there has to be a balance. This was missing.

Beacon Theatre @

- New York @

, NY @

- Fri, May 3, 2013 @

Favorite moment: Ben Harper and Carlie Muusselwhite on stage without the band plus Ben Harper singing without the assistence of a mic. @

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