Canadian artist profile
SourcedAriel Posen
Artist · Winnipeg, MB
Acclaimed Winnipeg guitarist and songwriter known for expressive slide guitar, soulful vocals, and melodic roots rock.
- Active since
- 2011
- Catalog
- 18 releases
- Last checked
- November 1, 2026
About
The artist
Ariel Posen is an internationally acclaimed Canadian guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Born into a musical family, Posen spent his formative years touring and playing professionally, eventually rising to prominence as a core member of the Juno Award-winning roots-rock band The Bros. Landreth. Launching his solo career with the 2019 debut album How Long, Posen earned widespread critical praise for his expressive slide guitar technique, soulful vocal delivery, and polished songwriting. He followed with acclaimed records including Headway (2021), Mile End (2021), Reasons Why (2023), and Bannatyne (2026). Celebrated by premier guitar publications worldwide, Posen remains one of contemporary Canadian music's most respected instrumentalists and versatile songwriters.
Network
Industry connections
- As You Are Musicmanagement
- AIM Booking Agencybooking
- Mule Kick Recordslabel
- Killbeat Musicpress
Press & Critical Reception
2 reviews“Ariel Posen's How Long establishes him not just as a monster player, but as a compelling songwriter and soulful vocalist capable of crafting timeless roots-pop hooks.”
“How Long is a masterclass in feel, tone, and musicality. Ariel Posen steps out from The Bros. Landreth with an extraordinary solo debut.”
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Catalog
Selected releases
Collaborations & Outside Credits
1 release
Sources
- Official website (arielposen.com) ↗checked November 1, 2026
- Official platform profile (open.spotify.com) ↗checked November 1, 2026
- Official platform profile (music.apple.com) ↗checked November 1, 2026
- Official social profile (instagram.com) ↗checked November 1, 2026
- Public registry (aimbookingagency.com) ↗checked November 1, 2026