Ben Harper

Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals are hitting the road for a series of intimate and electrifying live performances across North America, bringing their signature fusion of rock, soul, blues, and folk to some of the most beloved music venues in the country. Known for his mastery of the lap steel guitar and his emotionally charged stage presence, Ben Harper delivers shows that feel both deeply personal and universally resonant — an experience that stays with you long after the last note fades. The tour spans iconic rooms from San Francisco's legendary Great American Music Hall in May 2026 to beloved Southern stages like Nashville's Basement East, Asheville's Orange Peel, and the historic Jefferson Theater in Virginia that September. Each venue offers an up-close, immersive setting perfectly suited to Harper's raw, genre-defying sound. Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering his catalog for the first time, these shows promise the kind of authentic musical communion that only comes from an artist this seasoned and sincere. Garcia's in Chicago serves as one of the marquee stops on this run — an intimate, storied venue where the energy between performer and audience crackles with intensity. Expect deep cuts alongside fan favorites, soulful improvisation, and the unmistakable chemistry of a band that has been playing together for decades. This is live music at its most honest and alive.