"John Blek is Ireland's best kept secret" The Irish Times
“a master of subtlety in realms of folk-informed pop.” - The Thin Air
"John’s most ambitious and creative record yet." FOLK RADIO UK
"It’s a perfect slice of lush alternative folk rock." Folk/tumble
Cheer Up is the deeply personal and beautifully written new long player from Ireland’s best kept
songwriting secret John Blek.
With no sign of letting up the ever prolific and masterful John Blek brings us his ninth studio
album. Cheer Up is a powerful reflection on the singer/songwriter's life. Lyrically demonstrating
his personal growth while sonically showing his musical evolution. To some this may seem like a
stylistic departure to others it’s the natural next step.