Fresh Canadian Roots & Blues: Geoff Arsenault Interview + Tracks from Matt Andersen, Headlong Hearts & More

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   Length Artist Track Notes 00:03:56 Geoff Arsenault Pearl River A haunting acoustic-led number from Hired Hand 00:04:20 Geoff Arsenault Hired Hand Title track—stripped-down drum, slide, acoustic bass 00:03:19 Geoff Arsenault Angel’s Share Or The Devil’s Take Packed with guest guitars and vocals—dug by critics 00:03:22 Geoff Arsenault Cajun Soul Swampy groove showcasing Cajun influence 00:03:33 Matt Andersen The Hammer & The Rose Title track from his recent album shows a tender, soul‑folk side 00:03:16 Headlong Hearts One Golden Day From the new album Creatures of Habit (Mar 21, 2025) 00:03:10 Elephant Way Mind Games Emerging roots-folk act (info limited) 00:03:50 Gal George Gjurin SHINE Radio single; Georgian-Canadian singer-songwriter 00:03:37 Tom Eastland Rest Your Head Up-and-coming folk artist 00:04:27 Gal George Gjurin HOW ABOUT A KISS? Intimate acoustic-driven track 00:03:22 Slow Leaves Happy All the Time (Acoustic) Laid-back roots version of their upbeat single