Meet the Canadian Artists Behind This Year’s Grammy Nominated Hits
The 2025 Grammy Awards, held on February 2, showcased remarkable Canadian talent. While artists like Kaytranada and The Weeknd received nominations, several emerging Canadians also gained recognition.
Scott Zhang
Toronto’s Scott Zhang, known as Monsune, co-wrote SZA’s “Saturn.” This track earned a nomination for Best R&B Song. Zhang expressed his appreciation on Instagram, acknowledging his collaborators and SZA’s contribution.
Idman
Toronto R&B singer Idman co-wrote “Mi Corazón” with Jacob Collier. This track, from Collier’s album Djesse Vol. 4, earned a nomination for Album of the Year. Idman expressed gratitude on Instagram, stating, “Grateful to be able to say we contributed to this work.”
Lowell
Calgary’s Elizabeth Lowell Boland, known as Lowell, co-wrote Beyoncé’s “Bodyguard” and “Texas Hold ‘Em.” These songs received nominations for Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Country Song, respectively. Reflecting on the nominations, Lowell told the Toronto Star, “I’m feeling a bit numb right now.”
Sara Diamond
Montreal pop singer-songwriter Sara Diamond co-wrote Coco Jones’s single “Here We Go (Uh Oh).” This song secured a nomination for Best R&B Song. Upon its release in May 2024, Diamond praised Jones’s talent on Instagram.
Aaron Paris
Toronto producer and violinist Aaron Paris contributed to Ariana Grande’s Eternal Sunshine, Kehlani’s Crash, and Idles’ Tangk. These collaborations earned him multiple Grammy nominations. Paris also released Lotusland, recorded with a full orchestra in Toronto’s St. Andrew’s Church.
Jack Rochon
Producer Jack Rochon worked on Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, nominated for Album of the Year and Best Country Album. He also contributed to Kehlani’s Crash, up for Best Progressive R&B Album, and Charlotte Day Wilson’s Cyan Blue, nominated for Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical. Rochon shared his experiences on Instagram, highlighting the significance of these projects.
Charlotte Day Wilson
Toronto’s Charlotte Day Wilson received her first Grammy nomination for Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical, for Cyan Blue. She emphasized the importance of producing and engineering her own music, aiming to inspire more women to become producers.
These Canadian artists have significantly influenced the music industry through their collaborations and individual projects. Their Grammy nominations highlight Canada’s diverse musical talent.
