Relix Review: Blood of Man

Mason Jennings
Blood of Man
BRUSHFIRE RECORDS

Mason Jennings may be Jack Johnson’s perennial partner in touring, but that doesn’t mean that this slightly lesser known Twin Cities-based singer/songwriter can’t hold his own— which is clearly evidenced by his devoted fan base. On his latest effort, Blood of Man, Jennings’ signature brand of rootsy, folk-pop takes a darker and more electric turn with introspective lyrics and classic rock feel. The falsetto- laden rock stomper “Ain’t No Friend of Mine” has a Jimi Hendrix-meets-White Stripes retro slither that with muffled, gravely vocals and a bluesy swagger sounds like it could be a lost Black Keys B-side. “The Field” is a sentimental stunner with quavering tambourines and a lonesome guitar strum that conjures long-lost memories of love amidst the languid haze of summer.

Hayley Elisabeth Kaufman

Mason Discloses the Dark Side of “Blood of Man” with CNN

In his latest interview with CNN, Mason Jennings revealed the inner workings of his dark lyrics and raw sound, featured in his most recent album “Blood of Man” out September 15, 2009.

Read the interview by clicking here or by visiting http://edition.cnn.com/2009/SHOWBIZ/Music/09/28/mason.jennings/

Mason Jennings on RollingStone.com

Mason Jennings, a veteran Rolling Stones Breaking artist around these parts and “one of the best acoustic-based singer-songwriters you’ve never heard,” recently stopped by the Rolling Stone offices to showcase three tracks off his new album Blood of Man, which Rolling Stones called the Minnesota native’s “best album yet” in a four-star review. In addition to his Blood work, Jennings also performed a somber take on the Shins’ Chutes Too Narrow track “Gone For Good,” which Jennings was inspired to perform after a trip to Patagonia with Shins frontman James Mercer.

  Watch the videos here, or by clicking below.

Pandora

Rolling Stone called “Blood of Man” Mason’s best album yet. Now you can decide for yourself. Pandora is hosting an exclusive listening party here http://www.pandora.com/masonjennings

If you like it, tell your friends!

The album is for sale on iTunes now, and if you prefer CD or Vinyl, it’s available in retail stores everywhere on 9/15.

Blood of Man out TODAY on iTunes!

Mason’s new album “Blood of Man”, which recently was awarded 4 stars from Rolling Stone and called “his best album yet”, is out a week early on iTunes!

The album features a bonus track called “Waves” , and is available immediately here. 

If you prefer your albums on Vinyl, or CD, the album hits stores everywhere next week 9/15.  Indie record stores across the country will have a special 2 song EP that will be free with purchase while supplies last) to find your local indie record store check out cimsmusic.com, monitorthis.com, or thealliancerocks.com.

You can preorder it from Newbury Comics (and you’ll receive a signed booklet while supplies last) signed booklets are also available at Electric Fetus in Minneapolis.

You can also preorder from Amazon here.

On 9/20, Mason will perform a special instore at Fingerprints in Longbeach, CA.  Preorder of the album is required to attend.

Mason will be celebrating the release of the album with a round of tour dates.  We hope to see you on the road!