The 2025 Grammy nominations have been announced – Congratulations to all the Primary Wave artists and projects who have been nominated! 🏆
See the list of Primary Wave nominations below, and the full nominees list on the official Grammy Awards website.
“Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar (Samples Ray Charles’ “I Believe in My Soul”)
Song of the Year
Record of the Year
Best Rap Performance
Best Rap Song
Best Music Video
“Bob Marley: One Love – Music Inspired By The Film”
Best Reggae Album
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“The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess” – Chappell Roan (featuring “Casual” produced by Ryan Linvill)
Album of the Year
Best Pop Vocal Album
“Mileage” – Ruthie Foster (Sun Records)
Best Contemporary Blues Album
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“The Color Purple” (originally written by Allee Willis and Brenda Russell)
Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media
“Twisters: The Album” (featuring “Chasing The Wind” written & produced by Ryan Linvill)
Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media
“Baby Elephant Walk” – Snarky Puppy, Henry Mancini
Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Capella
“Diamonds And Pearls: Super Deluxe Edition” – Prince & The New Power Generation
Best Historical Album
“Telos” – Zedd (features “Tangerine Rays” written by Georgia Ku)
Best Electronic/Dance Album
“Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple”
Best Music Film
“Friendlytown” – Steve Cropper & The Midnight HourÂ
Best Contemporary Blues Album
“Genius Loves Company” – Ray Charles With Various Artists
Best Immersive Audio Album
“Spaghettii” – BeyoncĂ©, Linda Martell (Sun Records) & ShaboozeyÂ
Best Melodic Rap Performance
Congratulations to all the nominees!