Johnathan Blake — “Homeward Bound” (Tone Poet Series)

180g LP • Blue Note • Deluxe tip-on gatefold • Dec 5, 2025

The Blue Note debut of drummer-composer Johnathan Blake arrives on vinyl for the first time as a Tone Poet edition. Modern swing and lyricism with his Pentad—Immanuel Wilkins, Joel Ross, David Virelles, and Dezron Douglas—tailored for an audiophile spin.

Key Features

• Series: Blue Note Tone Poet produced by Joe Harley
• Mastered by Kevin Gray (Cohearent Audio)
• Pressed on 180g vinyl at RTI
• Packaging: deluxe tip-on gatefold
• EAN: 0602455845863

Tracklist

1. Side A
   1. In The Beginning Was The Drum
   2. Homeward Bound (For Ana Grace)
   3. Rivers & Parks
   4. Shakin’ The Biscuits
2. Side B
   1. Abiyoyo
   2. On The Break
   3. LLL
   4. Steppin’ Out

Why you’ll love it

A contemporary Blue Note statement with classic feel—stellar interplay, vivid sonics, and a first-time vinyl cut. The Tone Poet chain (Kevin Gray @ Cohearent + RTI 180g) delivers depth and detail, while the tip-on gatefold seals it as a collector’s piece.

Trivia

• Homeward Bound was Blake’s 2021 Blue Note debut—this is its first vinyl release.
• The Pentad features leading lights of today’s jazz: Wilkins, Ross, Virelles, and Douglas.
• Tone Poet editions pair premium mastering/pressing with archival-grade jackets for Blue Note titles.