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!
Koozies
Join me at one of my upcoming brewery gigs and grab your free koozie. I will be handing them out to anyone that comes to a show and signs up for my mailing list. :)
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/
Hobart Art Theater
I will be warming up for Lateralus (A Tribute to Tool) on January 6th at the Hobart Art Theater in Indiana. Hope to see you there! https://brickartlive.com/event/lateralus-a-tribute-to-tool/
New Dates Added
I am beginning to book my 2024 dates. At this point, this includes Crown Point, IN, Downers Grove, IL, Pine Grove, IL, and St Charles, IL. Additional dates will be added along with a couple Lateralus warmup shows. See events for more details.
Seemingly Quixotic EP Out Today
My new EP inspired by my travels to Spain is out today. The title track comes from the Radiant Dusk album and adds three new songs with percussion. Track three includes my wife on castanets. It may be streamed everywhere.
PowerMetal.de Review
“Anyone who likes instrumental music should definitely listen to Slightly Different Paths.” Read the full Powermetal.de review (in German):
https://powermetal.de/review/review-Blake__Jason/Slightly_Different_Paths,41189,40989.html
Radiant Dusk 2 CD-Set Out Today
The physical copy of Radiant Dusk comes out today along with the digital release of Slightly Different Paths. This is my first solo Warr Guitar album since the 2022 release of Imaginary Cages. I believe that this album has some of my best playing to date. The second disc is a reworking of some of the songs to include drums. Purchase here in the store or at https://jasonblake.bandcamp.com
Guitar World’s Essential Guitar Tracks
Guitar World has included my song “An Aversion to Fervor” on their Essential Guitar Tracks Playlist.
Listen to the collection here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5gqjTUZ62iQdT7QT4LLUTb?si=jULYWqqtTDOozJ8zClGvZw
Read the article here: https://www.guitarworld.com/news/essential-guitar-tracks-layla-two-hand-tapping-spiritbox-megan-thee-stallion
ProgStock Photos
Visit the photos section of the website to view many new ProgStock 2023 pictures by Gregory Rawrysz.
The Band Wagon
I have recently partnered with The Band Wagon to carry my CDs. I am excited to be working with the wonderful people there. Radiant Dusk is already for sale there so grab it one week early!
Sonic Perspectives Premiere
Listen to the premiere of “An Aversion to Fervor” at Sonic Perspectives:
https://www.sonicperspectives.com/news/single-premiere-jason-blake-an-aversion-to-fervor/
Gagliarchives #7
I am honored that my album, Radiant Dusk, made #7 on the Gagliarchives Top 20 progressive rock albums of the month chart. Thank you to everyone for listening and buying this album. I out a lot of time and work into it.
Tomorrow at Riverlands Brewing Company
Join me tomorrow evening from 6-8pm at Riverlands Brewing Company in St. Charles, IL. I will be performing a wide range of material from my recent CDs and more.
X3 Ambient Podcast
The latest X3 Ambient podcast is online and features my song, “Devoured by Weakness” from my The Darkness Found in Shadows album.
https://www.mixcloud.com/realradiomystic/x3-ambient-066/
The Chill Dude on a Couch Interview
Radiant Dusk is the focus in this new interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4c4Axzz1RyY