It'll Be Alright
New single out Oct 10th
The Artwork Behind "Always Seeking"
I came across some of Anthony Macbain's early ideas for the "Always Seeking" album the other day - it was interesting to see how it took shape.
I was thrilled to get the chance to work with Anthony on the album - he's worked on some brilliant projects over the years (Grand Theft Auto, Max Payne etc). I first reached out back in 2017 - luckily, we shared some similar musical tastes (Bert Jansch AND Iron Maiden), and it eventually came together.
We tried out a few other different versions along the way, but these versions give a good sense of the process.
DUEL
New single out May 9th
WATERY MOON
"With a world weary louche vocal that nods to both Leonard Cohen and Kevin Ayers, Jake Aaron brings every word of “Watery Moon” to life ... I cannot wait for the next album if it's all this good."
Time Past and Time Passing
ALWAYS SEEKING
(ALBUM 2023)
“Jake Aaron exquisitely conveys the disk's Western Noir theme by combining great storytelling with an eclectic set of players including fusion guitarist John Etheridge, the red hot trumpet of Steve Waterman, Steve Lodder's soulful organ and the very earthy double bass of Davide Mantovani. Together they produce a sound that is minimal, yet melodic and accessible. Give it a spin and you'll be captivated as you traverse the hot desert along with the heroine seeking redemption.”
KZSU Radio Stanford
"ALWAYS SEEKING" ON VINYL
ORIGINAL ANTHONY MACBAIN ARTWORK & POSTER
"At the time of reviewing I have download images only of the cover artwork from Anthony Macbain, but the front and back cover pictures are magnificent ... it will be a great shame if these works do not end up adorning a run of CD's and, even better, old school vinyl ... the album really is a proper immersive experience, way beyond good songwriting and performance"
Fatea Records
FAG ASH AND BEER
2019 ALBUM
"The cover and album title says Brit Guitar Band and Oasis wannabe. The presence of one time Pink Floyd Bassist Guy Pratt, Jazz legend Steve Lodder on keyboards and drummer Marc Parnell, son of Jack, brother of Ric from Atomic Rooster, grabs your attention for sure ... Jake Aaron is an interesting guitarist, whether on spry acoustic instrumentals like “For B” and the very Davy Graham “Allegro” by Carcassi, the insistent rhythm on “Jonah Part 1”, or the fine lead on the superb “New Mexico”. The Davy Graham comparison is a valid one across the album with the mix of classical, jazzy instrumentals and songs feeling like a 60s Graham album."
Time Past and Time Passing
GIVE ME YOUR HORSE
2018 SINGLE
"Think Mariachi, think 1800s, Western, America, Mexico and this will finally seal it for you - the track title - Give Me Your Horse! Give Me Your Horse! What a great name! I think there's a Movie Soundtrack in this one actually..."
LINLEY HAMILTON, BBC
