Ariel Posen - An Evening Celebrating 'Bannatyne'

On Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Sidestage, 700 Osborne Street in Winnipeg, Ariel Posen celebrates the release of Bannatyne with a full-band set built around his songwriting and unmistakable slide guitar. Rooted in his hometown scene and first noticed with The Bros. Landreth, Posen has carved out a solo path that blends roots rock, blues, folk and soul, always keeping the guitar at the service of the song.

Expect new tracks from Bannatyne to sit naturally alongside pieces from How Long, Headway and Reasons Why, plus a few earlier favorites. Posen’s approach favors warm tones, detailed arrangements and melodies that breathe, moving from slow-burn ballads to tighter, groove-led moments without forcing the contrast. His vocals stay close and unadorned, while the slide lines shape the mood rather than chase pyrotechnics.

On stage, the band leans into dynamics and space, leaving room for harmony parts and careful builds. The result is a set that focuses on feel and craft: hooks that land without shouting, riffs that support the narrative, and a live sound designed to draw you in rather than overwhelm. A home-date celebration at Sidestage, anchored in songs and musicianship, with Bannatyne as the through line.