2026 RAP ALBUM/EP OF THE YEAR I ARDN | | The JUNO Awards

Edmonton’s own ARDN has emerged as one of Canada’s most dynamic voices in hip-hop and R&B, showcasing a signature fusion of sharp lyricism and soulful melody. As a first-generation immigrant, his storytelling bridges personal truth with global resonance, earning critical attention and a rapidly growing audience. With strong momentum, high-profile partnerships, and a proven live draw, ARDN is one of Canada’s most compelling rising artists, poised for lasting international impact. CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS || TOURING & LIVE IMPACT: Performed 35 shows across Canada and Europe with Isaiah Rashad of Top Dawg Entertainment, plus a national Canadian headline tour, reaching over 45,000 in audience capacity. Highlights include performances at Western University (London, ON), a festival debut at Sunfest (West Palm, FL), and opening for Quavo & Nav. || STREAMING SUCCESS: Surpassed 60M global streams, peaking at 600K monthly listeners. Amplified by 10M+ TikTok views and 250K+ user-generated videos. || COLLABORATIONS: “Shine” ft. SiR (TDE) surpassing 1.6M streams; collaborations with Ray Vaughn (TDE), Lithe, 80purppp, and FRVRFRIDAY; produced by Boi-1da, Tommy Parker, and Eli Brown. || SYNC HIGHLIGHTS: “MAN DOWN” on EA Sports Madden 24; “BULLSEYE” in Amazon Prime’s Harlem (S3).