Concert Watch: James Blake - "Retrograde"

Thrilled to be able to see him tonight at the Masquerade. I am hoping the venue's notoriously bad sound system holds up for his more nuanced music. So far this year, nothing has come very close to the perfection that is "Retrograde." Here is the stunning video.

Letterman: James Blake - "Retrograde"

James Blake on Letterman performing what is, for me, the single of the year.

Video: James Blake - "Retrograde"

I have no idea what is going on in this video, but it involves alien visitors, bikers, people stuck in stasis, and sign language. It is quite evocative though, and fits the abstract and haunting nature of this beautiful track from Blake's upcoming album Overgrown.

New: James Blake - "Retrograde"

Soulful new single from his upcoming second album Overgrown.