Get Up!
Ben Harper · 2013
40 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · soul · blues rock
A soulful blend of blues and rock, infused with heartfelt storytelling and rich guitar melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments heartfelt storytelling in every track inviting sing-along choruses
- Context
- Released in 2013, 'Get Up!' marked Ben Harper's collaboration with harmonica virtuoso Charlie Musselwhite, following Harper’s commercial peak with 'Give Till It's Gone' in 2011. This album represented a return to his blues roots while showcasing Musselwhite's influence, reflecting Harper's artistic evolution after a period of diverse musical explorations.
- If you like
- folk rock, soul, blues rock
Get Up! is an album by Ben Harper, released in 2013. A soulful blend of blues and rock, infused with heartfelt storytelling and rich guitar melodies. 'Get Up!' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart, highlighting Harper's enduring appeal in the genre. The album was well-received by critics for its authenticity, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Blues Album and further cementing Harper's status as a prominent figure in contemporary blues music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Get Up! sound like?
A soulful blend of blues and rock, infused with heartfelt storytelling and rich guitar melodies. Rooted in folk rock and soul.
What makes Get Up! by Ben Harper notable?
'Get Up!' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart, highlighting Harper's enduring appeal in the genre. The album was well-received by critics for its authenticity, earning a Grammy nomination for Best Blues Album and further cementing Harper's status as a prominent figure in contemporary blues music. Released in 2013, 'Get Up!' marked Ben Harper's collaboration with harmonica virtuoso Charlie Musselwhite, following Harper’s commercial peak with 'Give Till It's Gone' in 2011. This album represented a return to his blues roots while showcasing Musselwhite's influence, reflecting Harper's artistic evolution after a period of diverse musical explorations.
Who is Get Up! for?
Get Up! works well if you're into steady pacing for reflective moments, heartfelt storytelling in every track and inviting sing-along choruses.
How many songs are on Get Up!?
Get Up! has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don't Look Twice 3:12
- 2 I'm in I'm Out and I'm Gone Standout 4:37
- 3 We Can't End This Way 3:34
- 4 I Don't Believe a Word You Say 3:16
- 5 You Found Another Lover (I Lost Another Friend) Standout 4:12
- 6 I Ride at Dawn 4:41
- 7 Blood Side Out 2:51
- 8 Get Up! Standout 6:16
- 9 She Got Kick 2:56
- 10 All That Matters Now 4:53
Release Date
January 29, 2013
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 33 sec
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