“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
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!
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