Josh Ross, Snotty Nose Rez Kids among star-studded lineup of 2025 Junos performers
The 2025 Juno Awards are set to be a star-studded event, showcasing a lineup of talented performers and nominees at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver on March 30. Among the performers announced are rising stars Aqyila, Nemahsis, and Tia Wood, along with established artists like Josh Ross and Snotty Nose Rez Kids. The awards show will be hosted by the charming Michael Bublé and will also feature a special performance by 2025 Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductees Sum 41.
Aqyila, a Toronto R&B artist, has been making waves in the music industry with her debut single “Vibe for Me (Bob for Me)” which earned her a Juno nomination in 2021. This year, she is nominated for traditional R&B/soul recording and contemporary R&B recording. With over 128 million worldwide streams and three billion short-form video views, Aqyila is definitely an artist to watch.
Josh Ross, a country performer from Burlington, Ontario, leads this year’s nominations with a total of five, tying with pop artist Tate McRae. His music blends modern country rock with heartfelt lyrics and catchy hooks, earning him nominations for TikTok Juno fan choice, single, album, country album, and artist of the year.
Nemahsis, a rising Palestinian Canadian singer and songwriter, explores themes of identity and belonging in her music. This year, she is a first-time nominee for three Junos, including breakthrough artist or group, alternative album, and songwriter of the year.
Snotty Nose Rez Kids, the Indigenous hip-hop duo from the Haisla Nation in British Columbia, are known for their high-energy live shows. With three Juno nominations this year for rap single, rap album/EP, and contemporary Indigenous artist or group of the year, they are sure to bring their unique sound to the stage.
Tia Wood, born in Saddle Lake Cree Nation in central Alberta, seamlessly blends modern influences with the music of her Indigenous roots. Her debut album “Pretty Red Bird” was released in September 2024, and she is a first-time Juno nominee this year for contemporary Indigenous artist or group of the year.
The 2025 Juno Awards will be broadcast and streamed live across Canada on CBC TV and CBC Gem, as well as globally on CBC Music’s YouTube channel. Stay tuned for more announcements on additional performers for this highly anticipated event.
