My new album for Wayfarer Records was announced today. Read the press release below:
Music Street Journal Review
“Jason Blake puts out consistently strong music. So, it really means something when I say that this four track EP might be my favorite thing from his solo catalog. It's blending of Latin fusion and Warr guitar prog instrumental music is just so effective”
Read the full review at https://www.musicstreetjournal.com
Gagliarchives Re-Air
My interview on Gagliarchives from last year is replaying on this week’s program:
Aziola Cry Video from ProgStock
I just received footage from the Aziola Cry performance at last year’s ProgStock festival. I am currently making plans to put it together to individually release each song as its own video. Look for this later in the year along with an announcement about the next Aziola Cry album.
New Shirts
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
