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What's the point?

Dani Wooden | 05/15/2000

(1 out of 5 stars)

"Ben Harper is my favorite artist and I'd like to share a few thoughts here:If you are a big enough Ben fan, you probably have his albums already, and maybe some of his single CD's with some of the unreleased tracks.I hate when artists do this, and this has Virgin Records written all over it. A money maker, but does nothing for the real fans who want to hear his new stuff.I heard from a friend who worked on the album that Virgin sent back Burn to Shine 3 times because they "didn't hear a radio single on the entire album."Anyway, any Ben is Good Ben...and these are three great albums.If you do not own any of them: good purchase! If you do own them: don't fall for the trap!"

My favorite artist... Ben Harper is amazing!

Dani Wooden | Alamo, CA USA | 09/09/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Ben Harper is a fantastic musician, and his lyrics are straight from the heart... a lyrical genius! What could possibly be better then getting three of Ben Harper's best cds in one? I have four... I keep one in my living room, one in my room, and two in my car so I can always be wrapped up in this beautiful music. I would compare Ben's music as perhaps a more modern version of the legend Bob Marley, or just as spirited, but deeper Jimmy Hendix, and even as male, and more intriguing Tracy Chapman. This man is the most talented artist I've ever heard, and is deeply under appreciated. From "Welcome to the Cruel World", "Fighting for your mind", and "The Will to Live"... these three cds will sink deep down inside of you. These cleverly thought out lyrics are so beautiful, and meaningful, I'm brought to tears every now and then. Buy this cd, if not for the lyrics that will leave you in awe, or for his utterly amazing talent at playing the lap slide guitar... but for yourself. This music has made me think about life, and myself more then ever. Bless Ben Harper."

A little slice of heaven....

M. Antalek | Dracut | 08/21/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Ben Harper, A little bit Jimi and a little bit Marley and a whole lot of soul. I give it to you straight, I haven't purchased this set but I have purchased each album individually when they were released. This set is great for those new to Ben especially after the Burn to Shine release brought him to the masses. You can get your fill for a lower price with this set. Ben mixes blues with funk, rock, hip-hop, R&B, and classical with the greatest of ease. He is truely a genius, because never before has a man brought so many genres of music together into what can only be described as a symphony. Speaking of symphonies just listen to Roses from My Friends and you can feel the energy, passion and emotion which is truely immense. He is one of the few true artists of our time, so if you don't have this pick it up. Ballads to Blues Jams- Ben does it all."