Artist description BLOCK is the latest in a long line of great Midwestern rockers. The three members are all in their mid-20’s, but their songs radiate with the maturity of players well beyond their years. Led by Dan McCoy’s gruff yet versatile voice, his blues/punk guitar riffing, and backed by the impeccably solid rhythm section of Ned Rieke on drums and Barry Branham on bass, BLOCK has built its foundation on rock tradition and are ready to claim their own position amongst their predecessors.

Music Style Midwestern Rock

Musical Influences Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Chris Whitley, John Hiatt, Bob Seger

Similar Artists If Bruce Springteen fronted a 3-piece band that grew up in the punk scene. Others say we sound like a stripped-down Black Crowes. You figure it out.

Artist History Originally a 4-piece Pittsburgh band, Block moved to Cleveland in 1995 to re-educate the Rock and Roll capital city.

Group Members Dan McCoy - Vocals, guitarBarry Branham - Bass, vocalsNed Reike - drums

Instruments Voals, guitar, bass, drums

Albums Road Trips and Nose Dives - 1998

Press Reviews IndieMusic.com’s take: "..BLOCK has managed to make a rock and roll indie that feels blue collar without sounding like Mellencamp or Springsteen…".

Location Mayfield Heights, OH - USA

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