The nominees for the 2025 East Coast Music Awards (ECMAs) have been announced, and two standout artists—Rozalind MacPhail and Kylie Fox—are among those recognized for their exceptional contributions to East Coast music. The prestigious awards, celebrating the region’s most outstanding musical talent, will take place from May 7-11 in St. John’s, Newfoundland.
Rozalind MacPhail, a Toronto Island-born and St. John’s-based indie pop singer and acclaimed flutist, has been nominated for Electronic Release of the Year for her work In Perfect Time. This recognition follows her innovative approach to folktronica, blending her classical flute background with electronic textures, as showcased in her mesmerizing cover of Jill Barber’s In Perfect Time. MacPhail’s nomination adds to her impressive list of accolades, which includes multiple MusicNL and ECMA nominations. Her highly anticipated studio album Push & Pull is set for a 2025 release, with tracks rolling out over a 12-month period before culminating in a vinyl edition at year’s end.
Fredericton, NB-based alt-folk rocker Kylie Fox has earned a nomination for Solo Artist of the Year for her latest work, Alberta, part of her acclaimed double-A-sided single Confetti/Alberta. Known for her poignant storytelling and rich, evocative soundscapes, Fox continues to carve a unique space in the East Coast music scene. Her new album Sequoia, produced by six-time ECMA winner Daniel Ledwell, showcases her deep-rooted folk influences while incorporating elements of folk-rock and jazz-pop fusion. The album’s themes of nostalgia and resilience have resonated widely, earning Fox critical praise and industry recognition.
Both artists continue to make waves in the Canadian music industry, and their ECMA nominations further solidify their standing as two of the most exciting voices in East Coast music today.