Blake Wescott is a musician from Seattle, Washington, who is currently touring as lead guitarist for David Bazan's band.
Often noted as a drummer for Pedro the Lion,[1] and for his co-writing, production, backing vocals, and multiple instrumentation on former Velocity Girl singer Sarah Shannon's first solo record. Wescott is also noted for his beard-growing skills.[2]
Lead singer of the defunct late-90's alternative band Bloomsday.
He plays guitar and sings backing vocals on records by Saltine,[3] Damien Jurado, Aaron Sprinkle, Seldom (which he also produced), Dolour, Cush, Rocky Votolato, The Long Winters, Denison Witmer, Magneto, and others.
Wescott has toured as a backing musician for R.E.M and Crystal Skulls.
Additionally, he owns Casa Recording Company, which has put out the albums by The Posies, Sarah Shannon, Seldom, and others.