Ben Folds Five was only around for six years before splitting in 2000, but that was enough to inspire a fervent fan base that helped anchor Folds' solo career over the course of five studio albums, collaborations with Amanda Palmer and William Shatner, and a live album.

The faithful got their reward when singer, songwriter and pianist Folds reunited with bassist Robert Sledge and drummer Darren Jessee in 2011 to record new songs for a retrospective album and a promotional tour.

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