James Blake releases new album PLAYING ROBOTS INTO HEAVEN

New York, NY 8 September 2023: Presenting his eagerly awaited new album, Playing Robots Into Heaven, is Mercury Music Prize and GRAMMY® Award–winning singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer James Blake.

Listen to PLAYING ROBOTS INTO HEAVEN HERE

The eleven songs on the album have been thoughtfully chosen by James Blake, who has stitched together an appealing vision anchored in cinematic sonic architecture and heightened by emotionally charged vocals and powerful songwriting. As captivating as each song is on its own, the album's journey begins with "Asking To Break" and ends with the grand conclusion on the title track, "Playing Robots Into Heaven." He skillfully blends alternative, electronic, indie, and experimental vibes throughout the record, as only he can.

Playing Robots Into Heaven was heralded with recent single “Loading”.Highlighting the intricacies and nuances of James’ signature style, it represents yet another artistic leap forward with its immersive production and irresistible refrain. Rolling Stone dubbed it “pulsating,” and HYPEBEAST noted, “Blake also shows off his vocals on ‘Loading’, tapping into his impressive falsetto that meshes seamlessly with the song’s melancholic melody.” DIY praised how it “showcases immersive production and glitchy beats alongside James’ rich vocal tones.” Complex summed it up best, “James Blake season is upon us.”

Blake initially set the stage for Playing Robots Into Heaven with the single “Big Hammer” (which samples The Ragga Twins), and the accompanying music video directed by Oscar Hudson (Radiohead, Bonobo).

James' highest charting album in the UK to date, Friends That Break Your Heart, is followed by Playing Robots Into Heaven, which sees James return to his electronic origins from his Hessle, Hemlock, and R&S records days. It will also make reference to his most recent project, the LA-based CMYK event series with Ronda INTL, which debuted in March. The past year's CMYK events have all been sold out in a matter of minutes and have included special performances by celebrities like Steve Lacy, Channel Tres, HAii, and others. The London CMYK event, which took place in July after James' arrival in the country, featured DJ Sets from Fauzia, Luxe, Airhead, and Mr. Assister as well as unexpected performances from The Ragga Twins and Erick The Architect, while James was joined by Lil Yachty in the DJ booth.

James will start a headline tour with stops in the UK, Europe, and North America to promote the release of Playing Robots Into Heaven. James' tour will begin on September 18 at the Fabrique in Milan and end on October 20 in Los Angeles before returning to his hometown of London on September 28 for a performance at the Alexandra Palace. For a complete list of dates, see below.

PLAYING ROBOTS INTO HEAVEN TRACKLISTING

1. Asking To Break

2. Loading

3. Tell Me

4. Fall Back

5. He’s Been Wonderful

6. Big Hammer

7. I Want You To Know

8. Night Sky

9. Fire The Editor

10. If You Can Hear Me

11. Playing Robots Into Heaven

JAMES BLAKE 2023 TOUR DATES

Sep-18

Milan, Italy

Fabrique

Sep-20

Paris, France

L'Olympia

Sep-21

Brussels, Belgium

Forest National Club

Sep-22

Paris, France

L’Olympia

SOLD OUT

Sep-24

Berlin, Germany

UFO im Velodrom

Sep-26

Tilburg, Netherlands

013

Sep-28

London, UK

Alexandra Palace

Oct-03

Atlanta, GA

Coca Cola Roxy

Oct-05

Queens, NY

Knockdown Center

SOLD OUT

Oct-06

Queens, NY

Knockdown Center

Oct-09

Boston, MA

MGM Music Hall at Fenway

Oct-10

Montreal, QC, Canada

L’Olympia

Oct-12

Toronto, ON, Canada

Rebel

Oct-14

Chicago, IL

Aragon Ballroom

Oct-16

San Francisco, CA

The Masonic Theater

Oct-19

Los Angeles, CA

Hollywood Forever Cemetery

SOLD OUT

Oct-20

Los Angeles, CA

Hollywood Forever Cemetery

Tickets are available to purchase now at www.jamesblakemusic.com

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DefJam India release "Labda Firaan" by Trick Singh & NDS:

5 September 2023: The legendary Punjabi R&B record producer NDS is featured on the amazing single "Labda Firaan," which is being released by DefJam Recordings India, a pioneer in the Indian Hip-hop music scene. Due to Tricksingh's expressive lyrics and the song's atmospheric R&B vibes, the listener may expect an immersive experience.

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"Labda Firaan" is more than just a song; it's an emotional and musical rollercoaster. Tricksingh transports listeners on a journey through his desire for love and his struggle against the depths of hopeless romanticism with his descriptive storytelling and expansive rap life. The song is a testament to Tricksingh's artistry, skillfully fusing his Punjabi language with modern allusions to produce a work of art.

Tricksingh's communiqué about his song 'Labda Firaan', “Labda Firaan is all about self-expression and searching for something that means a lot to you. Our entire concept revolves around the desire to do what makes one happy- because a lot of us have to fight battles to be in this creative field and fight societal norms and stereotypes to live our dreams. In this new age, it’s time for this generation to be empowered and ambitious. And I believe we're the ones leading this new era of dreamers and believers.”

With this song, Tricksingh collaborates with DefJam Recordings India for the second time, demonstrating his ongoing artistic development. The track's beats and melodies flawlessly compliment Tricksingh's particular approach, backed by the dynamic production of NDS, creating a compelling audio experience that spans genres.

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Release of "Free" by Dillon Francis featuring Alesso & Clementine Douglas

9 September, 2023: Today, superstar producer, songwriter, and DJ Dillon Francis unveils a new track, “Free,” made with longtime friend and collaborator, Swedish DJ and producer Alesso, and vocalist and songwriter Clementine Douglas—listen here and watch the visualizer here.

Ever wished you could experience life to the fullest like a golden retriever? Francis queries. "So this song is for you, then. Thank you very much.

The brand-new song, "This Mixtape Is Fire TOO," is cut from Francis' upcoming Astralwerks album and follows up previous singles like "LA ON ACID" with Miami electronic duo Good Times Ahead, "Pretty People" with rising Turkish star INJI, and "Don't Let Me Let Go" with Illenium and EVAN GIIA, which peaked at number one on the U.S. Dance Radio charts and was later remixed.

The new track is taken from Francis’ forthcoming Astralwerks album, This Mixtape Is Fire TOO, and follows previous offerings “LA ON ACID” with Miami electronic duo Good Times Ahead, “Pretty People” featuring rising Turkish star INJI, “Don’t Let Me Let Go” with Illenium and EVAN GIIA—which went #1 at U.S. Dance Radio and was later remixed by Zomboy—and “Goodies”—which was later remixed by Knock2.

Additionally, Francis recently confirmed “Music Is My Passion,” a consecutive run of three takeover shows in L.A. at the end of this year. On November 30, he will appear as the ubiquitous yet ever-elusive DJ Hanzel at The Roxy Theatre, followed by a special Moombahton set at The Mayan on December 1 and a Dillon Francis and Friends show at The Shrine on December 2—get tickets here.

Last year, Francis shared one-off singles “Move It” with Valentino Khan and “Once Again” with VINNE following a collaborative EP with longtime friends Yung Gravy, Cake, and Cognac. His last house LP, Happy Machine, which includes the #1 “Love Me Better” with Shift K3Y and Marc E. Bassy and more, was released to widespread acclaim in 2021.

Dillon Francis, who debuted in the early 2010s with a string of underground singles, has been creating waves in dance music and beyond for more than a decade. He has put out several critically acclaimed full-length albums, such as the 2014 major label debut Money Sucks, Friends Rule, 2015's This Mixtape Is Fire, which debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Dance/Electronic Albums Chart, 2018's WUT WUT, a Spanish-language LP that features some of the biggest names in Latin music, the 2019 mixtape Magic Is Real, and Happy Machine in 2021. In addition to his ongoing globe tours, Dillon has appeared in television shows like Viceland's "What Would Diplo Do?" and the Funny Or Die series "Like and Subscribe" in addition to other projects that are currently in the works.

Alesso, a multi-platinum DJ, and producer, is a global sensation who has amassed two RIAA-certified Platinum hits, two certified Gold singles, over 5.5 billion global streams, and countless collaborations throughout the span of his career. With a diehard fan base that reaches across the world, Alesso continues to be a symbol of musical excellence in electronic music and beyond.

Clementine Douglas, a songwriter, vocalist, and producer, is a go-to writer and vocalist for the global dance world, signaled by winning Radio 1's Dance Awards Vocalist of the Year in 2022, with credits including P!nk, David Guetta, Sonny Fodera, Riton, MK, Galantis, Major League Djz, Chase & Status, TSHA, Sub Focus, Dom Dolla and more.

DILLON FRANCIS LIVE 2023

November 30—Los Angeles, CA—The Roxy Theatre (DJ Hanzel)

December 1—Los Angeles, CA—The Mayan (Dillon Francis Moombahton)

December 2— Los Angeles, CA—The Shrine (Dillon Francis and Friends)

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