HAYDEN

Thornhill, Ontario's Paul Hayden Desser, known simply as Hayden, has been a consistent voice in Canadian indie folk and alternative rock since his 1995 debut album, Everything I Long For. Released on his own Hardwood Records, the album showcased his distinctive grainy baritone and a blend of acoustic and grunge influences. His latest album, The Recent Past, was released in October 2026, marking a return to his revived Hardwood Records label. Expect a performance steeped in poignant vocals and narrative lyrics, shifting between sparse acoustic arrangements and fuller, more refined instrumentation.