Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon Admits He Would Be “Very Surprised” If He Makes Another Album

In a new interview with The Times, Bon Iver mastermind Justin Vernon has indicated that his latest album, 2025’s Grammy-nominated SABLE, fABLE, may be his final full-length project. The musician admitted that he’s fully tapped out musically at the moment. “I don’t know how much is left. I’ve expelled a lot of it,” Vernon revealed, while adding, “I would be very surprised [if there was another Bon Iver album]. For the first time since I was 12, I’m not writing songs. There aren’t any in here,” he said while pointing at his heart. Reflecting on his acclaimed 20-year career, which features two Grammy wins, Vernon expressed acceptance of this unfamiliar creative pause, noting that the album’s closing track, “Au Revoir,” poetically hints at a farewell, while the music video for “Day One” humorously depicted his retirement from the project. Although he may step back from solo work, Vernon remains open to collaborations, recently contributing to Haim’s latest song, “Tie You Down.” (Consequence of Sound)