Nine Circles Review
“For someone who is always looking to how an instrument can be used outside of its main environment, having it be heard in this manner is exhilarating.”
Read the full Nine Circles review here: https://ninecircles.co/2024/04/05/album-review-jason-blake-featuring-raphael-weinroth-browne-candles-burn/
Candles Burn Out Today
Candles Burn featuring Raphael Weinroth-Browne on cello has been released today on 7d Media. The album was mixed by Amery Schmeisser at Gravel Road Recording, mastered by Andy VanDette at Evolve Mastering, and includes artwork by Robert Booth. Purchase details may be found below:
Invisible Oranges Early Stream
Invisible Oranges has an exclusive early stream of my Candles Burn album featuring Raphael Weinroth-Browne. Visit "Candles Burn" as Jason Blake Taps Cellist Raphael Weinroth-Browne for Mesmerizing New Instrumental EP (Early Stream) (invisibleoranges.com) now to listen.
New "Slightly Different Paths" Review
“I would say these add a lot of depth to already great tracks with the Warr guitar alone. Good discovery!”
Read the full review: https://www.profilprog.com/quick-reviews-2/jason-blake
Spring Dates
I hope to see you at one of the upcoming shows this spring. Visit the EVENTS page for more details.
The Progspace Premieres "Rift and Reckoning" Video
Today sees the premiere of the “Rift and Reckoning” video from Candles Burn out on 7d Media. The progspace has a nice press release about the video. You may read about it and watch the video at: Jason Blake presents Rift and Reckoning feat. Raphael Weinroth-Browne - The Progspace
La Voz de Almería
I was featured in the Sunday edition of the Almerían newspaper, La Voz de Almería (page 22). My album Seemingly Quixotic was inspired by my time spent in this beautiful Spanish city. Thank you Evaristo Martínez.
Link to the online version (subscription required to read full article): https://www.lavozdealmeria.com/noticia/5/vivir/271271/jason-blake-el-musico-de-chicago-fascinado-por-el-paisaje-almeriense
Candles Burn
I am excited to announce the release of my new EP featuring Raphael Weinroth-Browne (Leprous, Musk Ox) entitled, Candles Burn. The music blends my love for progressive rock and classical music into a modern string duo setting. You may preorder the album now (release date is April 5th) at:
https://7dmedia.com/jason-blake-candles-burn
https://jasonblake7d.bandcamp.com/album/candles-burn
Watch the teaser video at https://youtu.be/360g4qSFB1A?si=nNTEL9GfCj4Vpovk
Read the press release at https://www.earsplitcompound.com/jason-blake-warr-guitarist-presents-candles-burn-prog-classical-ep-featuring-cellist-raphael-weinroth-browne-via-former-king-crimson-member-trey-gunns-7d-media-teaser-and-preorders-posted/
The Progspace Awards 2023
I am honored to have been nominated in the non-traditional rock instrument category. Be sure to cast your vote for me at https://theprogspace.com/awards2023/
The Castle Theater
I will be the warm up act for the Lateralus Tool Tribute show at the Castle Theatre in Bloomington, IL on Friday, March 1st. I will be going on at 8pm. I hope to see you there!
Tickets: https://wl.seetickets.us/event/lateralus-a-tribute-to-tool/585770?afflky=CastleTheatre
Seemingly Quixotic CD Available Here
I did a small run pressing of my Seemingly Quixotic EP in a CD jacket and it is only available here in the Jason Blake Music store. Thanks!
Rivulets & Reveries
One of my ambient pieces will be played on tomorrow’s episode of Rivulets & Reveries hosted by Damian Hoffman on 103.3 KOBV out of Bentonville, AR. If you miss it, achieves of the show may be found at https://www.soundcloud.com/rivuletsandreveries
Wayfarer Records Sampler
Today sees the release of a Wayfarer Records Sampler CD that includes a song from my Dreaming in Numbers album. “His track, “The Duality of Breath” is an ultra-relaxing piece good for study, sleep, meditation, or just general relaxation.”
https://wayfarerrecords.bandcamp.com/album/wayfarer-records-sampler-volume-one
YouTube Videos from Jan. 6 Show
“An Aversion to Fervor” live at Hobart Theater (Hobart, IN) on January 6, 2024:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTW6LkmamaI
“Without a Murmur” live at Hobart Theater (Hobart, IN) on January 6, 2024:
Runway Audio Artist
I am excited to be partnering with Runway Audio. I have been using their cables in the studio, on stage, and loving them!
ReGen Review of Radiant Dusk
“The album is a rich tapestry of sound, with the Warr taking both solo and centerstage, its distinct timbre resonating with warmth and precision.” Read the full review at https://regenmag.com/reviews/review-jason-blake-radiant-dusk/