SONGS Music Publishing writer Diplo has emerged as a leading candidate for Grammy Producer of the Year honors. This year alone, his credits include Usher’s #1 R&B/hip-hop song, “Climax”; Alex Clare’s Alternative chart-topper “Too Close,” No Doubt’s “Push and Shove,” Justin Bieber’s “Thought of You,”Snoop Lion’s “La La La” and Major Lazer’s “Get Free.” His previous productions include Chris Brown’s “Look at Me Now” and M.I.A.’s “Paper Planes.” He’s managed by Teamwork’sKevin Kusatsu. [HitsDailyDouble]