Blake Red Breaks Free with Explosive New EP, “Out of the Cage” – Out Friday, October 3rd
RIYL: Halestorm, Evanescence, Dorothy, In This Moment
October 2025 – Chicago-born alternative rock powerhouse Blake Red is set to unleash her most unflinching body of work yet with the release of her highly anticipated EP, “Out of the Cage,” arriving Friday, October 3rd. Following the venomous bite of her singles “Scorpion” and “Secrets Are No Fun,” the EP cements Blake’s return to both the stage and the studio with a collection that is equal parts raw, fearless, and cathartic.
Out of the Cage is a deeply personal project dedicated to the memory of Blake’s late
father, who inspired her path as a musician. Across its tracks, Blake channels resilience, and fury into towering guitar riffs, scorching vocals, and lyrics that cut with unapologetic honesty. From the blistering intensity of “Scorpion” to the razor-sharp narrative of “Secrets Are No Fun,” the EP refuses to pull punches while showcasing Blake’s uncompromising artistry.
“Out of the Cage is my first EP in four years, and it marks my return after some time away,” says Blake Red. “I’m very proud of this record and I really hope it connects with people. It’s dedicated to the memory of my incredible dad who inspired me to be a musician.”
Produced by Blake Red and mixed/mastered by GRAMMY-winning producer Darryl Swann (Macy Gray, Black Eyed Peas), the EP captures Blake at her heaviest and most defiant. She takes the reins on electric guitar, bass, and vocals across all tracks, joined by drummer Macklin Suhre (with Tom McGeoch on “Scorpion”) and bassist/drummer Daniel Farnsworth on select cuts.
To celebrate the release, Blake will headline a special EP release show on October 3rd
at the Epiphany Center for the Arts in Chicago.
ABOUT BLAKE RED:
As a Black female alternative rock artist, Blake Red dares to challenge the traditions of heavy music. The Chicago native is a fearless multi-hyphenate performer, songwriter, producer, and instrumentalist, uniting passionate lyricism with sonic ferocity. A Berklee
College of Music graduate and lifelong devotee of the electric guitar, Blake has released three studio EPs since her 2018 debut. With Out of the Cage, her first EP in four years, she delivers a bold, unfiltered statement of resilience, artistry, and unapologetic authenticity.
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