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What is James Blake's Net Worth?

James Blakeis an English electronic music producer and singer-songwriter who has a net worth of $8 million. James Blake has released numerous critically-acclaimed albums that also were significant commercial successes. He began releasing music professionally in 2009. He recorded all of the tracks in his bedroom and released the record, "Air & Lack Thereof" in the UK. A student at Goldsmiths, University of London, he submitted his second EP, "Klavierwerke", as his sophomore year music project. He subsequently released a third EP, and began to gain wider notice with his cover of Feist's, "Limit to Your Love". He released his full-length album, "James Blake" in 2010, and went on to appear on the cover of FADER, among other publications. The album reached E1 in Belgium and #2 in Denmark, as well as #4 on the United States dance charts.

His second album Overgrown was released in 2013. He was also the runner-up at the BRIT Awards in the "Critic's Choice" category. He released his second album, "Overgrown", in mid-2013. Variance Magazine subsequently named it "Album of the Year". It hit #1 on the U.S. dance charts and again reached #2 in Denmark.

His most popular song is "Limit to Your Love" off his first album. The song broke the Top 10 in Belgium, Denmark, and the Netherlands. His second album won the Mercury Music Prize and his first was nominated for the same award. He has remixed songs for Destiny's Child,Drake, andBeyonce. In 2014 Blake won the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song for "Retrograde". He was also nominated for a Grammy Award for Best New Artist.

Early Life

Blake was born on September 26, 1988 in Enfield, London, England. He is the son of musician Lames Litherland and Helen Litherland. From a young age, Blake showed a strong interest and ability in music and he began receiving classical training in piano as a child. He completed his primary education at Grange Park Primary School in Winchmore Hill and his secondary education at The Latymer School in Edmonton. He then enrolled at Goldsmiths, University of London where he achieved a degree in Popular Music. He also befriended a number of other students who were interested in music. Together, they hosted a series of "Bass Society" music nights that featured various artists from the United Kingdom.

Career

Blake's entry into a professional career in music began when he released his debut record "Air & Lack Thereof" in the United Kingdom in July of 2009. It became a popular record in the UK due to his frequent play on BBC Radio 1. He then released "Klavierwerke" the following year, which also earned high praise. In 2010, he released a third EP called "CMYK." The title track of the EP was awarded the "Record of the Week" title on a prominent BBC Radio 1 program. Due to the success of his EPs, Blake was nominated for the BBC's "Sound of 2011" poll that highlights the forthcoming year's likely successful musicians. He placed second.

Ultimately, James Blake's financial journey is a testament to their success.

Disclaimer: All net worth figures are estimates based on public data.