top of page
  • Facebook
  • YouTube
  • Spotify
  • Amazon
  • iTunes
  • Instagram
  • TikTok

About me

Ian Alistair Gosbee is an award-winning, multi-talented artist whose passion for music and the arts has driven a remarkable career spanning over three decades. Based in Nova Scotia, Ian is celebrated as a singer-songwriter, DJ, multi-instrumentalist, actor, and author. His heartfelt songs, vibrant performances, and diverse creative projects have earned him widespread recognition across Canada and internationally.
 

Ian’s accolades include winning the ECMA Honorary Stompin’ Tom Award for Nova Scotia, being a two-time Music Nova Scotia nominee, a six-time World Songwriting Awards nominee, a seven-time International Singer-Songwriters Association International nominee, and a three-time Elite Music Awards nominee. He’s also a two-time Josie Music Awards nominee, was crowned the CBC Searchlight Mainland Nova Scotia winner, and recently won the InterContinental Music Awards for North America (Alternative) for his book Sound Mind: Mental and Emotional Wellness for Musicians.
 

A dedicated advocate for the music community, Ian has served as a juror for respected organizations such as FACTOR, ECMA, Music PEI, Music NB, Music NS and the JUNO Awards, helping to shape the future of Canadian music. With a discography of eight full-length albums, Ian effortlessly weaves together elements of folk, rock, country, funk, and instrumental jazz, showcasing his versatility and depth as an artist.
 

Outside of music, Ian is a sought-after DJ for weddings and special events, playing festivals and continues to share his knowledge through writing and mentoring. His dedication to giving back is reflected in honors from Government House Halifax for over three decades of volunteer service.
 

Whether he’s performing on stage, creating in his home studio, or championing fellow artists, Ian’s unwavering passion and commitment to his craft continue to inspire audiences and peers alike.

Awards

2025 Music Nova Scotia Awards Jazz Recording of the Year Nominee (Chillax)
2025 InterContinental Music Awards North America Alternative Finalist (Life Gets in the Way)
2025 Elite Music Awards Breakout Artist of the Year Nominee
2025 Elite Music Awards Musician of the Year Nominee
2025 Elite Music Awards Song of the Year Nominee (Right where we left)
2025 International Impact Book Awards Winner - Music Category: Sound Mind
2025 The Josie Music Awards Song of the Year - Multi-Genre (Have a little fun with it)
2025 The Josie Music Awards Songwriter Achievement Category (Chuch Bells and whiskey)
2025 International Singer Songwriters Association International Male Vocalist of the Year Finalist
2025 International Singer Songwriters Association International Male Rising Star Finalist
2025 International Singer Songwriters Association International Male Emerging Arist Finalist
2025 International Singer Songwriters Association International Male Album of the year Finalist (Ray of sunshine)
2025 International Singer Songwriters Association International Male Single of the Year (Have a little fun with it)
2025 International Singer Songwriters Association International Male Songwriter of the Year Finalist
2025 International Singer Songwriters Association International Male Musician of the Year Finalist
2025 World Songwriting Awards Winter Finalist Best Traditional Country Song (Love in a Bordertown)
2024 Music Nova Scotia Awards Country Recording of the Year Nominee (Ray of sunshine)
2024 East Coast Music Association Honorary Stompin Tom Awards Mainland Nova Scotia
2024 America's Next Hit Maker finalist
2024 World Songwriting Awards Spring Finalist Best Pop Song (Midnight Confessions)
2023 World Songwriting Awards Spring Fall Finalist Best Alternative Song (Grace)
2023 World Songwriting Awards Spring Summer Finalist Best Traditional Country Song (Have a little fun with it)
2023 World Songwriting Awards Spring Spring Finalist Best Traditional Country Song (Ray of Sunshine)
2019 World Songwriting Awards Spring Spring Finalist Best Pop Song (Life is Good)
2021 International Singer Songwriters Association International Pop Artist of the month
2016 Government House Halifax Certificate of Volunteer Service In Honour of the Queen
2015 CBC Searchlight top 5 finalist for Mainland Nova Scotia
2015 Texas Scottish Festival And Highland Games Talent Contest Winner
2014 Stan Rogers Festival 'tweener' contest finalist
2014 CBC Searchlight top 5 finalist for Mainland Nova Scotia
2013 Denmark Productions First Annual Song Contest Winner
2013 Long and McQuade (National Canadian Music Retailer) Category: Age 19 and Over, Originals winner (Song - "Life Gets In the Way")
2013 CBC Searchlight winner for Mainland Nova Scotia
2013 New Canadian Music Emerging artist debut #11 "Life gets in the way"

©2025 by Ian Gosbee

bottom of page