Performatist
    Rock/Pop

    Ariel Posen

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    Thursday, August 27, 2026

    6:00 PM

    Mercury Lounge

    New York, NY

    Scheduled

    About This Event

    Ariel Posen plays Mercury Lounge in a set positioned between rock and pop. His guitar-led writing leans on groove and tone, with phrasing that nods to modern blues and jazz-funk and ties to the Canadian roots scene through The Bros. Landreth (whose debut won a 2015 Juno in Roots & Traditional). The bill lists Zach Person in support, offering soulful vocals and gritty guitar riffs.

    About the Artists

    Ariel Posen

    Ariel Posen

    modern bluesjazz funk

    Ariel Posen is a guitarist and songwriter whose work sits between rock and pop, with traces of modern blues and jazz-funk in his phrasing. He appears in New York City at Mercury Lounge for a set billed under his name, with program notes also pointing to his ties to the Canadian roots scene via The Bros.

    Zach Person

    Zach Person is a dynamic force in the Rock and Pop scene, delivering electrifying performances that captivate audiences at every turn. Known for his soulful vocals, gritty guitar riffs, and undeniable stage presence, he brings a fresh energy to his genre while staying true to its roots.