Introducing Backward Sky Falling

Introducing Backward Sky Falling, a progressive rock trio made up of Jason Blake (Aziola Cry) on Warr guitar, Joe Kopecky (Kopecky, Imperial Fall) on guitar, and Craig Walkner (Yeti Rain, Far Corner) on drums. After writing music on and off for years, Joe and Jason felt that they had developed the band’s sound and were ready to play with a drummer. With the addition of Craig earlier this year, the trio began tightening up their songs. Backward Sky Falling plans to enter the studio soon in order to release their music into the world.

https://facebook.com/backwardskyfalling

8,000 Miles to TapTown: Prog Metal Warrlord

I am featured on the 8,000 Miles to TapTown episode. It was an honor to speak with Finbar O’Hanlon and be a part of such a cool program. We talk all things touchstyle guitar and my new Artisan even makes its first ever appearance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_J1EaUo3b9M

Thank You!

The response to my latest recording, “Fictional Mirrors,” has been amazing. I would like to welcome all of those people who have recently discovered my music. Thank you for the purchases and streams. I really appreciate it.

"Shortcomings in Opposition" Video Premiere

Check out the new video from my "Fictional Mirrors" release. I wanted the lead track to make a statement for where the rest of the music would be headed. Although, percussion is absent and thus making it harder to notice, the Warr guitar line switches between two odd time signatures. I liked this idea of incorporating the progressive side of my playing into an ambient setting. This song deals with how we perceive our mistakes and negative self and try to see the positive side.

JASON BLAKE - Shortcomings in Opposition (Official Video) https://youtu.be/BUsOXDF0Jdk

Video Premiere on Friday

The video premiere for the song, “Shortcomings in Opposition” will be premiering this Friday. Based on the cover art of Michal Karcz, the video was created by Jeremy Bessoff. I have worked extensively with Jeremy over the years including the recent videos for Aziola Cry.

"Fictional Mirrors" to be Released June 25th

PRESS RELEASE FROM WAYFARER RECORDS:

Chicago-based Warr Guitarist JASON BLAKE is set to release the album, Fictional Mirrors on CD and digital platforms on June 25th. Stay tuned for singles including official videos and more to be issued alongside pre orders over the weeks ahead.

Fictional Mirrors Track Listing:

Shortcomings in Opposition

The Criterion of Guilt

Fictional Mirrors

A Disposition to Virtue

Ethos of the Swarm

Antecedents and Consequences

Samples may be heard here:

https://jasonblake.hearnow.com

Aziola Cry: The Making of “The Ironic Divide” Video

Beginning this Monday, May 24th, the band will be airing a twenty minute interview where they speak about the making of “The Ironic Divide.” It will be airing on the band’s YouTube page, the Aziola Cry website’s media page or here on this site in the media section.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7ZiSqN1xPA