One listen to Adrian Sutherland and you’ll know he’s unlike anyone else. The roots-rocker with heart from Attawapiskat on James Bay melds rock, roots, folk and blues, drawing inspiration from his life, the land, and his Cree language and culture.

Adrian’s sophomore solo album Precious Diamonds was recorded in Nashville with former GRAMMY winner Colin Linden, and released in 2024. It won Best Americana Album from the 2025 World Entertainment Awards in Los Angeles, was nominated at the 2025 JUNO Awards, and selected one of the ‘Top 100 Albums of 2024’ by CKUA Radio. It features two songs in Cree, making the first time Adrian is making music in his first language. Lead single Notawe (Father) reached #1 on the internationally recognized Indigenous Music Countdown, and was named one of the ‘Top 100 Songs of 2023’ by CBC Music.

Adrian just completed writing his first book for Penguin Random House Canada about his extraordinary life in the North (watch for its release this winter!). As one of the only professional recording artists who lives in a remote fly-in First Nation, he carries authentic and insightful first-hand perspective on many important issues. During this time of reconciliation, Adrian is hopeful for Canadians to walk together in love and respect.