James Blake Returns With Latest Single “Death of Love”
Accompanied by a live performance video and serving as the lead for his forthcoming album, ‘Trying Times.’
Summary
- James Blake released “Death of Love,” the lead single from his seventh album, Trying Times
- The track features a live video recorded with the London Welsh Men’s Choir
- The full album is scheduled for release on March 13
James Blake has returned with his new lead single, “Death of Love,” offering a first look at his forthcoming seventh solo album, Trying Times. The release is accompanied by a live performance video directed by Harrison & Adair. Shot against a stark office backdrop, the visual features the London Welsh Men’s Choir, creating a haunting contrast that mirrors the track’s profound emotional depth.
According to his label, Good Boys Records, the upcoming album explores the fragile space between intimacy and isolation. The record is described as a masterful display of transparency, moving through the comfort of love while acknowledging the pressure lines of modern global anxieties.
As a Grammy-winning producer and artist, Blake’s influence spans soul, electronica and hip-hop, with a catalog that has amassed over 2.2 billion streams. A prolific collaborator for icons like Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar, his visionary production continues to shape contemporary music.
The full album, Trying Times, is set for release on March 13 and is available for pre-save below. In the meantime, you can stream the new live video above.
