Joe Coffin, a nationally acclaimed multi-instrumentalist hailing from St. Johns, Newfoundland, gained recognition as one half of the renowned blues duo Earle and Coffin. With two albums and two EPs under their belt, their projects earned them prestigious accolades, including Canadian Folk Music Awards in 2016 and 2018, along with MusicNL awards (2017 & 2018 Jazz/Blues Artist of the Year) and nominations for ECMA and Maple Blues Awards.

Touring extensively throughout Canada and the US, Joe has played at Mariposa Folk Festival, Harvest Folk Festival, and Philadelphia Folk Festival and shared stages with Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, Matt Andersen, and Garrett Mason.

Currently based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Joe is now focusing on his solo career, releasing his first single "Idle Above" in 2023. His signature sound seamlessly merges blues, folk, and
alternative vibes, inviting listeners to close their eyes and immerse themselves in the captivating groove.

Accolades

Stompbox

  • 2025 ECMA - Blues Release of the Year (Nominee)

Earle & Coffin

  • 2025 Sync TV Show Placement - “Hudson & Rex”

  • 2018 Canadian Folk Music Award - Young Performers of the Year

  • 2018 MusicNL - Jazz/Blues Artist of the Year

  • 2018 International Blues Competition Semi-finalist

  • 2018 ECMA - Blues Recording of the Year (Nominee)

  • 2018 Maple Blues Awards - Acoustic Act of the Year (Nominee)

  • 2017 MusicNL - Jazz/Blues Artist of the Year

  • 2016 Canadian Folk Music Award - Young Performers of the Year