James Blake Trying Times

Trying Times is the seventh studio album from acclaimed British singer-songwriter, producer and composer James Blake, delivering another deeply personal and emotionally resonant collection of songs that blur the boundaries between electronic music, soul and alternative pop.

Written between Los Angeles and London, the album reflects on love, identity and vulnerability against a backdrop of global uncertainty. Blake explores the delicate balance between intimacy and isolation, examining the pressures of modern life and the contradictions of human connection. Rich with his signature atmospheric production, haunting vocals and minimalist arrangements, Trying Times is both introspective and expansive, capturing moments of hope, anxiety and quiet resilience.

The album features guest appearances from British rapper Dave and singer-songwriter Monica Martin, adding new dimensions to Blake's evocative songwriting while complementing his distinctive sonic palette. Through themes of reflection—both literal and metaphorical—Trying Times invites listeners into a meditation on self-discovery, relationships and the fragile beauty of finding connection in an uncertain world.

This Indie Exclusive edition is pressed on White Vinyl across two LPs and presented in a deluxe gatefold sleeve, making it an essential release for James Blake fans and vinyl collectors.