Dive into the archives for an exclusive conversation with Geoff Arsenault (Nova Scotia), exploring his latest album Hired Hand. Then, enjoy cuts from Canada’s top roots, blues, and folk talents, including Matt Andersen and Vancouver’s Headlong Hearts.

Geoff Arsenault - Nova Scotian singer/songwriter, drummer, percussionist, and acclaimed session musician, Geoff returns with Hired Hand (Feb 21, 2025). His groove is swampy-rooted blues fused with Louisiana and Tex-Mex flavors. The record features collaborations with Matt Andersen, Amy Helm and Colin Linden

Geoff shares stories behind tracks like Pearl River, Angel’s Share or the Devil’s Take, and about reconnecting with studio collaborators

Geoff Arsenault

• Pearl River - A haunting acoustic-led number from Hired Hand
• Hired Hand - Title track—stripped-down drum, slide, acoustic bass
• Angel’s Share Or The Devil’s Take - Packed with guest guitars and vocals—dug by critics
• Cajun Soul - Swampy groove showcasing Cajun influence

Matt Andersen - The Hammer & The Rose - Title track from the album shows a tender, soul‑folk side

Headlong Hearts - One Golden Day From the new album Creatures of Habit (Mar 21, 2025)

Elephant Way - Mind Games Emerging roots-folk act (info limited)

Gal George Gjurin - SHINE Radio single; Georgian-Canadian singer-songwriter

Tom Eastland- Rest Your Head- Up-and-coming folk artist

Gal George Gjurin - HOW ABOUT A KISS? Intimate acoustic-driven track

Slow Leaves - Happy All the Time (Acoustic) Laid-back roots version of their upbeat

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