Blake Manke

I am a multi-instrumentalist (drums, bass, and guitar) with extensive experience performing and recording in bands such as Right Rosemary and Marloma (former). I've played in a variety of live settings, like M3F Festival and Devilpalooza, and recorded in studio environments such as Soundhouse Studio (managed by Jack Endino) and ASU Pop Music's Recording Studio at Fusion On First.

I am a graduate of the Popular Music Program at Arizona State University, specifically in the performer track on electric bass. My training emphasized musical excellence, reliability, and adaptability.

In addition to performing, I compose and record original music both independently and with bands. I bring strong technical skills in instrument setup, tuning, and basic maintenance, and I take pride in caring for equipment and supporting high-quality sound.

As a drummer at heart, I value rhythm, consistency, and attentiveness to detail. I approach music with dedication and a strong willingness to learn and teach others, and I enjoy helping others gain confidence in their musical abilities and opening doors to potential musical paths.

In my work as a forester, I collaborated with small teams to complete land assessments efficiently and accurately. Our work required clear communication, coordination, and shared responsibility to measure and document environmental boundaries, including buffer zones, streams, wetlands, and protected areas.

I regularly operated technical tools, including rangefinders, measuring equipment, maps, and marking materials. This experience strengthened my ability to work dependably as part of a team, follow detailed procedures, and contribute to projects that required accuracy and mutual trust.

I bring this same focus, accountability, and collaborative mindset to all my endeavors.