BLAKE REYES - Vernacular (2023)

Vernacular is the debut album by Blake Reyes, via Axis Records.

"The album is personally overseen by Jeff Mills, and is part of the "Axis Jazz" collection. This confirms the eclecticism and versatility of both Axis and Blake Reyes, through harmony and rhythm, cultural influences, and the right touch of fusion: characteristics that have always defined jazz.

The album was recorded in three different cities (Bologna, Milan, and Rome), with Jeff Mills present during all recording and mixing sessions. Particularly in Milan, work was done at the Officine Meccaniche studios, where Duke Ellington, Quincy Jones, and many others have recorded.

Vernacular is an album that draws from jazz, Detroit techno and funk. It evokes operatic work due to its aspiration to create strong emotional intensity. The album features a blend of acoustic instruments such as acoustic bass, acoustic and electronic guitars, and the Steinway & Sons Grand Piano - the same Duke Ellington played in 1963 when he recorded The Symphonic Ellington album - alongside electronic instruments including drum machines and Roland synths."

Tracklist:
1.01 - BLAKE REYES - At Night (Extended Mix) (7:50)
1.02 - BLAKE REYES - At Night (Vocal Acapella) (6:25)
1.03 - BLAKE REYES - At Night (Acid Bass Instrumental) (7:48)
1.04 - BLAKE REYES - At Night (Instrumental) (6:25)
1.05 - BLAKE REYES - The Dreamer (4:48)
1.06 - BLAKE REYES - Sound Manifesto (5:49)
1.07 - BLAKE REYES - Love Lies (5:26)
1.08 - BLAKE REYES - Love Lies (Minimal Version) (5:13)
1.09 - BLAKE REYES - Genesi (10:03)
1.10 - BLAKE REYES - At Night (Radio Edit) (3:50)