Parg

Pargev Vardanian (; born 7 June 1996), known professionally as Parg (; stylised in all caps), is an Armenian singer and songwriter based in Yerevan. Parg released his debut single, "Ginin u grely", in 2021. He in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 with the song "Survivor".

Early life and career

Parg was born on 7 June 1996 to Armenian parents in Hayravank, Geghargunik, Armenia. Parg and his family moved to Volgograd, Russia, when he was still young, where he attended the Volgograd State Institute of Theater and Cinema and graduated with a degree in Theater Arts & Acting, where he also co-founded a band called The Edge Chronicles. Between 2017 and 2019, the band toured local venues in Armenia, Russia, Georgia, and Ukraine. In June of that year, Parg opened for Zaz at the HAYA Festival in Yerevan. Ever since, he has covered songs by artists like Rosa Linn and collaborated with Brunette.

He's nominated for an Armenian Music Video Award 2024 for his song "Araj". His 2024 single, "Kanchum em", received critical acclaim.

Parg competed at Depi Evratesil 2025 with the song "Survivor". receiving the second most points from national and international juries and first place in televote, ultimately winning the competition and receiving the right to represent Armenia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel, where he finished 20th. He was Armenia's spokesperson in the contest the following year, giving the 12 points to Australia's Delta Goodrem and her song "Eclipse".

Personal life Since 2024, Vardanyan has been married to Nana Vardanyan.

Discography Extended plays Title Details Theatre Session (Live Edition) Released: 18 March 2023 Label: Self-released Formats: Digital download, streaming

Singles Title Year Peak chart positions Album or EP LTU "Tell Me" 2020 — "" — "" 2021 — "" — "Snap" 2022 — "" 2023 — "" 2024 — "" — "" — "" — "Survivor" 2025 60 "" 2026 — "" — "Feel Alive" — "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Awards and nominations Year Award Category Nominee(s) Result 2025 Eurovision Awards Luscious Locks Himself