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Five Nominees Compete for Inaugural SOCAN Polaris Song Prize

7/30/2025

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The first-ever SOCAN Polaris Song Prize has unveiled its five talented nominees: Lou-Adriane Cassidy, Saya Gray, Yves Jarvis, Mustafa, and Ribbon Skirt. Each artist's song, celebrated for its artistic brilliance, will vie for a $10,000 prize. The exciting winner will be announced at the Polaris Concert on September 16 in Toronto, coinciding with the Polaris Music Prize.

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The first-ever SOCAN Polaris Song Prize has unveiled its five talented nominees: Lou-Adriane Cassidy, Saya Gray, Yves Jarvis, Mustafa, and Ribbon Skirt. Each artist's song, celebrated for its artistic brilliance, will vie for a $10,000 prize. The exciting winner will be announced at the Polaris Concert on September 16 in Toronto, coinciding with the Polaris Music Prize.