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New album ‘Love Crash’ out today (listen at link in bio). “Cracked open and not sleeping, I reached for the guitar,” says Block. “In retrospect, each song ended up being the rung of a ladder that led me out of a very dark place. It was a rich vein of heartbreak to mine, and I made it out—but, just barely. I've never been more proud of an album in my life!”

Written by @theblockreal
Produced by @chriskuffner
Recorded by @kenrichnyc @grandstreetrecording
Mixed and mastered by @theblakemorgan
Out now on Meridian @ecr.music.group
Photo by @davedoobinin 
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Read my exclusive interview in SPIN Magazine, out now. Ron Hart’s 'Now Hear This' column is a monthly “best of” independent music, and it’s an honor to be a part of it.

Full interview at link in bio.

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Thank you to Ricardo Duran (editor-in-chief of Rolling Stone en Español) for featuring my new single on his February top tracks list. He writes:

“Music knows no borders, and everyday sounds are born that have the potential to mark our lives eternally. In 2026 we continue to immerse ourselves in the efforts of emerging artists who challenge the conventional around the planet. For this month of February we have selected several musical wonders that are off the commercial radar and that you have to listen to and give new opportunities to your ears. [Block’s] recordings promise great things for years to come.” —Rolling Stone en Español

Read the article and listen to “Over and Over” at link in bio.

Written by @theblockreal
Produced by @chriskuffner 
Drums: @sarahtomekdrums
Recorded by @kenrichnyc@grandstreetrecording 
Mixed and mastered by @theblakemorgan
Out now on Meridian @ecr.music.group 
Photo by @davedoobinin 

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Upcoming tour dates in the Southeast! Info and tickets at link in bio.

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“Love Crash” by Block is a patchwork of imperfect moments, sewn together with honesty, of an artist processing pain while still reaching for the light.

An essential voice of New York City’s beloved anti-folk movement has officially returned. 🗽🎸 After 13 years, @theblockreal drops his highly anticipated sixth studio album, Love Crash, out now via Meridian/ECR Music Group. Produced by Chris Kuffner and mastered by Blake Morgan, this 10-track record masterfully intertwines themes of heartbreak and loss with Block's signature vulnerability, intelligence, and sharp humor. With praise from Rolling Stone and SPIN comparing the sound to classic Beck, Love Crash is a triumphant ladder out of the dark.

Stream the new album and catch him live on his U.S. tour! 🌟✨

An essential voice of New York City’s beloved anti-folk movement has officially returned. 🗽🎸 After 13 years, @theblockreal drops his highly anticipated sixth studio album, Love Crash, out now via Meridian/ECR Music Group. Produced by Chris Kuffner and mastered by Blake Morgan, this 10-track record masterfully intertwines themes of heartbreak and loss with Block's signature vulnerability, intelligence, and sharp humor. With praise from Rolling Stone and SPIN comparing the sound to classic Beck, Love Crash is a triumphant ladder out of the dark.

Stream the new album and catch him live on his U.S. tour! 🌟✨

An essential voice of New York City’s beloved anti-folk movement has officially returned. 🗽🎸 After 13 years, @theblockreal drops his highly anticipated sixth studio album, Love Crash, out now via Meridian/ECR Music Group. Produced by Chris Kuffner and mastered by Blake Morgan, this 10-track record masterfully intertwines themes of heartbreak and loss with Block's signature vulnerability, intelligence, and sharp humor. With praise from Rolling Stone and SPIN comparing the sound to classic Beck, Love Crash is a triumphant ladder out of the dark.

Stream the new album and catch him live on his U.S. tour! 🌟✨

An essential voice of New York City’s beloved anti-folk movement has officially returned. 🗽🎸 After 13 years, @theblockreal drops his highly anticipated sixth studio album, Love Crash, out now via Meridian/ECR Music Group. Produced by Chris Kuffner and mastered by Blake Morgan, this 10-track record masterfully intertwines themes of heartbreak and loss with Block's signature vulnerability, intelligence, and sharp humor. With praise from Rolling Stone and SPIN comparing the sound to classic Beck, Love Crash is a triumphant ladder out of the dark.

Stream the new album and catch him live on his U.S. tour! 🌟✨

An essential voice of New York City’s beloved anti-folk movement has officially returned. 🗽🎸 After 13 years, @theblockreal drops his highly anticipated sixth studio album, Love Crash, out now via Meridian/ECR Music Group. Produced by Chris Kuffner and mastered by Blake Morgan, this 10-track record masterfully intertwines themes of heartbreak and loss with Block's signature vulnerability, intelligence, and sharp humor. With praise from Rolling Stone and SPIN comparing the sound to classic Beck, Love Crash is a triumphant ladder out of the dark.

Stream the new album and catch him live on his U.S. tour! 🌟✨

An essential voice of New York City’s beloved anti-folk movement has officially returned. 🗽🎸 After 13 years, @theblockreal drops his highly anticipated sixth studio album, Love Crash, out now via Meridian/ECR Music Group. Produced by Chris Kuffner and mastered by Blake Morgan, this 10-track record masterfully intertwines themes of heartbreak and loss with Block's signature vulnerability, intelligence, and sharp humor. With praise from Rolling Stone and SPIN comparing the sound to classic Beck, Love Crash is a triumphant ladder out of the dark.

Stream the new album and catch him live on his U.S. tour! 🌟✨

Thank you, Apple Music—super stoked to have my music featured alongside that of Peter Gabriel, Pussy Riot, Olivia Rodrigo, Muse, and more, on editorial playlists ‘New In Rock’ and ‘New In Alternative.’

Listen to “All In My Head,” and all of my new album Love Crash on Apple Music and everywhere music is streamed. Link in bio.

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“On his first album in thirteen years, the New York songwriter returns with ten tracks that treat personal wreckage as a site for meticulous excavation rather than dramatic reconstruction. This is anti-folk matured—still story-driven and conversational, but now carried by a production sensibility that trusts the material to carry its own weight.” —ROMBO Magazine

Read the feature article and hear the new record, Love Crash, at link in bio.

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Music by @theblockreal | Words: @adrianprath | Artwork: Dave Doobinin

Release Date: 15.05.2026

From earlier releases I am familiar with the music of the versatile New York based indie artist Block. With ‘Love Crash’ he now presents a full album that not only includes previously published tracks like 'Over And Over’ but also stands out through new compositions and substantial lyrics.

The album explores, among other themes, heartbreak and loss, as well as how the musician finds a way out of a very dark phase through his songs and returns to life. At the same time, lively and euphoric moments come to the surface and merge with a dynamic guitar-driven sound.

'Love Crash’ forms a bridge between demanding rock and folk-influenced songwriting and offers a range of memorable melodies. With an expressive vocal performance, the artist captures the attention of his audience directly and leaves a strong impression thanks to his storytelling character. Stay tuned and discover more from Block - best to check Spotify now:

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You can spend a whole career and not have a critic “get it” like this guy does. Thank you Dave Franklin! Full review at link in bio.

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“Firefly” written by @theblockreal
Produced by @chriskuffner
Recorded by @kenrichnyc @grandstreetrecording 
Mixed and mastered by @theblakemorgan
Out now on Meridian @ecr.music.group 
Photo by @davedoobinin
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Anti-Folk is on the move again! Super excited to see my friends out on the West Coast real soon!! The great @scottmickelson will be sharing the stage with me in SF! (Get info & tickets at link in bio!)

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New album ‘Love Crash’ out May 15, pre-save now at link in bio.

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Produced by @chriskuffner
Recorded by @kenrichnyc @grandstreetrecording
Mixed and mastered by @theblakemorgan
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