Johnathan Blake makes music as an extension of life. It’s one reason his alert

and expressive drumming has lifted so many leading bands, from the Kenny Barron

Quartet to the Maria Schneider Orchestra to the Kris Davis Trio.

And it’s the animating principle behind his output as a solo artist, whether

he’s honoring his late father on Passage or speaking out about

injustice on My Life Matters, his latest release.

Johnathan, born and raised in Philly, recently stopped by WRTI for a

conversation with Josh Jackson about family legacy, musical priorities,

and an artist’s obligation in trying times.

00:00 Intro

04:51 Interview

38:32 Recap

41:45 This I Dig

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