James Blake Brings Trying Times Tour to Berlin

James Blake brings his Trying Times tour to Berlin for an intimate evening of genre-blending electronic soul. The show supports his seventh studio album, a deeply personal record that marks his first independent release after leaving a major label. Fans can expect a setlist drawing heavily from the new album, which features guest appearances by Dave and Monica Martin and was executively produced by Jameela Jamil.

The tour follows the album's March 2026 release, which debuted at number three on the UK Albums Chart. Blake has described the album as a more concise follow-up to his 2016 work *The Colour in Anything*, with a focus on direct vocal delivery and live instrumentation. The Berlin date is part of the European leg of the tour, which runs from late September through October.

Attendees can look forward to hearing singles like "Death of Love" and "I Had a Dream She Took My Hand," both released earlier in 2026. Blake's performances are known for their atmospheric, emotionally charged delivery, blending electronic production with piano and guitar work.