MODERN FOLK.
INDIE GRIT.
Songwriter. Musician. Performer
Lewis Cardinal is a Calgary-based songwriter, musician and multi-instrumentalist originally from Cardiff, Wales. Blending soulful vocals, distinctive guitar work and honest storytelling, his sound draws on modern folk, indie rock and country influences.
With over 15 years of live performance experience across the UK, Europe and Canada, Lewis has established himself as a versatile and accomplished performer.
In 2026, he won the YYC Songwriter Showdown and wrote and performed Saddle Up, the official song of the 2026 Grey Cup Festival, marking a significant milestone in his career as a songwriter and recording artist.