Blake Mills

Blake Mathew Simon Mills, born in Santa Monica CA in 1986, is a musician, songwriter, composer and producer currently based in Venice Beach, California. Growing up, Blake spent time studying and performing world music with Bob Brozman in Santa Cruz, CA. During this time, he developed an appreciation of music from West Africa that continues to influence his playing style. He was a founding member and co songwriter for the band Simon Dawes with his classmates from high school. They toured and made one record with producer Tony Berg with whom Blake continues to work with and considers a mentor. Following his departure from Simon Dawes in Oct. 2008, Blake developed his reputation as a session musician as he gained a network of artists that he continues to work with. Through these contributions, Blake has toured with Jenny Lewis, Band of Horses, Cory Chisel, Jesca Hoop, Cass McCombs, and Julian Casablancas.