Jack Ladder – Separation Rock

Jack Ladder returns with a deeply personal eighth album, Separation Rock, recorded over just four days at historic Valentine Studios in North Hollywood. Produced by Zach Dawes, the record features cinematic instrumentation — from Jay Bellerose’s drums to pedal steel by Russ Pahl — and guest vocals by Sharon Van Etten and Alex Cameron. 

Lyrically, the album explores longing, loss, and reconciliation, with songs like “Missing” and “I Want the 1 (That I Can't Have)” delivering emotional depth through stark, soulful songwriting.

The backing band was recorded live in the room to capture raw takes, and Tchad Blake mixed the album using vintage reverb techniques — giving Separation Rock a timeless but fresh feel.