No Mercy in This Land
Ben Harper · 2018
35 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · soul · blues rock
A gritty blend of blues and rock that channels both despair and resilience through soulful instrumentation.
Why this album works
The album received critical acclaim, debuting at number one on the Billboard Blues chart and solidifying Harper's influence within the genre. Its blend of personal lyrics and social commentary resonated widely, further contributing to the resurgence of blues music in mainstream discussions.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments soulful instrumentation for introspection gritty resilience in every track
- Context
- When 'No Mercy in This Land' was released in January 2018, Ben Harper was already an established artist with a career spanning over two decades. This album marked his first collaboration with harmonica player Charlie Musselwhite, signaling a return to his blues roots after exploring various musical styles in previous albums like 'Call It What It Is' (2016).
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Green Day· Miley Cyrus· Katy Perry· Bon Jovi· Bruce Springsteen· Cyndi Lauper· Lana Del Rey
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 When I Go 3:45
- 2 Bad Habits Standout 3:45
- 3 Love and Trust Standout 3:06
- 4 The Bottle Wins Again 3:38
- 5 Found the One 2:47
- 6 When Love Is Not Enough 4:08
- 7 Trust You to Dig My Grave 3:32
- 8 No Mercy in This Land Standout 3:45
- 9 Movin’ On 3:01
- 10 Nothing at All 3:37
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