Jonesing for Ben Harper

I basically have been held hostage in my house by the weather outside. It’s -50 degrees Celsius out there with the wind chill. I know, time to move.

I decided my iTunes needed a library update so I went to my musical pimp, my source, I also call him my husband, for the goods. This dude has incredible taste in music. All I need to say is, “Hey, I feel like something mellow,” and he’ll ramble off a dozen songs for me to add to my mellow playlist, some hidden gems and some familiar beats but every single one = gold.

I did that today and ended up listening to Ben Harper for most of the day. Listening quickly moved into obsessing over, now I can’t stop myself. I always liked Ben Harper. He’s one of those artists that you’ll hear his song in a store or playing the background of a movie and you go, “hey, I know this song. I like this song.” Then you go home and find it in your playlist and put in on repeat. Or at least that’s what I do.

One of my most favorite Ben Harper performances to watch is when he joined Eddie Vedder on stage at a concert in Madison square garden’s to sing Indifference. Great performance! How much do you wish you were there? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bF5LG2rHQSU&feature=related

Side note: These guys must be really good friends. Did you know that Eddie’s second daughter was named Harper? Possibly after his good friend Ben Harper? Doesn’t matter, with a name like Harper and Eddie Vedder as your dad, you’re going to be badass no matter what.

Here’s a fun one: When It’s Good: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aP157mjrBHk

Here’s one for the heart: Forever: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHzAVDg4m1Q

Here’s a sexy one: Touch From Your Lust: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56kdjYfT7cY&feature=related

Here’s a mellow one: Amen Omen: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NNj-T4Tqkk

Enjoy the chill!