Jessie Reyez’s gutsy debut ties with Arcade Fire for most Juno nominations
TORONTO — Fiery R&B singer Jessie Reyez, whose potent songs include one about sexual abuse in the music industry, has tied with Arcade Fire for the most nominations at this year’s Juno Awards.
The Toronto performer picked up four nods at the Junos unveiling on Tuesday — best R&B/soul recording, best music video, breakthrough artist of the year and the Juno Fan Choice award.
Rock favourites Arcade Fire grabbed best group, single, album and alternative album nominations, while other leading Juno contenders include late Tragically Hip frontman Gord Downie, the Arkells, Ruth B and Hedley, who have three nominations apiece.
Drake was notably absent from the list despite his album “More Life” being released within the year. Organizers said he chose not to submit the project for consideration, which falls in line his decision to skip the Grammy Awards earlier this year.