I have a new shirt design that I will be selling exclusively at shows. It has my logo printed on the left side pocket area and comes in a grayish blue color.
The Progspace Review
An intriguing meeting of two extraordinary instrumentalists. Read the full review at https://theprogspace.com/album_releases/week-14-2024/
Gotto Contro Topo
I had the pleasure of playing on the instrumental song, “Gatto Contro Topo” from Dario Saraceno out now on Bandcamp and streaming everywhere. https://darioandtheclear4.bandcamp.com/album/banquet-of-noise
Heavy Metal Philosophy
Check out this cool mention of Candles Burn as part of the “Dealer’s Choice” segment:
Metal Digest Review
"chamber music for metalheads"
Read the full review at https://metal-digest.com/2024/04/05/jason-blake-candles-burn/
Too Much Rock Podcast
“Rift and Reckoning” from Candles Burn. Was featured on episode #690 of the Too Much Rock Poscast. Listen now on your favorite streaming service.
Betreutes Proggen Review
“Intimate and passionate, gentle and unbridled. One could even believe that two soul-mate instruments have finally come together after a long search.
Chamber music for friends of progressive rock.”
Read the full Betreutes Proggen review at https://www.betreutesproggen.de/.../jason-blake.../
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.
Ohio!
I will be performing at Combustion (Pickerington) and Quenched & Tempered (Toledo) this weekend (March 29/30). More information can be found on the events page.
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.
Rift and Reckoning Video
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
Pics From Castle Theatre Show
📸: Tommy Murray
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