Reggae-dancehall fans associate Adrian “Donsome” Hanson with popular ‘riddim’ compilation albums featuring top acts such as Mykal Rose, Bugle and Kiprich.
But last year, the Atlanta-based producer went for a change in mood by recording Hz Vibrations of Light And Healing, a wellness album he did under the moniker, Nestful Nights Sounds.
The 20-song project is up for consideration in the Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album category for next year’s Grammy Awards. 528 Hz The Love And Miracle Frequency, one of its songs, is also in the preliminaries for Best Alternative Music Performance.
“I’ve been personally using Hz frequency music for years as my go-to for wellness and healing. In 2023, that passion pushed me to purchase my cabin with the vision of creating a space for wellness and healing retreats,” Hanson told Observer Online.
“That’s when I decided to take it to a professional level and began creating the sounds myself, diving deeply into the study of Hz frequencies for healing and well-being. I wanted to design soundscapes that could truly help people feel better—emotionally, mentally, and physically.”
Coherent Marketing Insights, a global market intelligence and consulting organisation, recently reported that, “The Global Sound Therapy Market is estimated to be valued at US$2.48 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach US$4.20 billion in 2026, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate of 7.83 percent from 2025 to 2032. The market is witnessing increasing awareness about the therapeutic benefits of sound therapy such as stress reduction, improved sleep quality and enhanced mental well-being.”
The Clarendon-born Hanson is also in consideration as a producer for Best Reggae Album with Gruesome Act Riddim and Best Global Music Performance as an artiste with Kiprich for the song, No More Crime.
Since he started producing music almost 20 years ago, Hanson has forged a solid catalogue with his Donsome Records. In addition to many ‘riddim’ compilations, he produced I Give You Love, Mykal Rose’s 2023 album as well as songs for Golden, Marcia Griffiths’ album which came out that year.
With Hz Vibrations of Light And Healing, Hanson shed his dancehall persona for a completely different realm. He sees nothing wrong with artistes exploring.
“I believe music should go beyond entertainment — it should be a tool for connection, transformation, and healing. Unconventional music allows me to challenge norms, explore new soundscapes, and reach listeners in ways mainstream music often can’t,” he said. “By pushing these boundaries, my goal is to inspire people to rethink the power of sound, its healing potential, and the positive impact music can have on their lives.”
Nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards will be announced on November 7. The 2026 Grammy Awards are scheduled for February 1 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
