2026 BREAKTHROUGH ARTIST OR GROUP OF THE YEAR | Jade LeMac | | The JUNO Awards

Jade LeMac has a magnifying glass on pop music’s soul. With the strength of her pen, the Vancouver-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist paints a melodic world that embraces all the vulnerable layers many choose to hide. Jade’s signature combination of emotive lyrics and tender vocals, along with her advocacy for the queer community, has propelled her as one of the most intriguing artists of pop’s new generation. Her honesty drives her new EP, It’s Always At Night (out via Warner Music Canada / East West Records).
In 2021, Jade released her breakout single “Constellations,” baring her soul about how deep she’s fallen in love, its universal feeling captured the hearts of listeners worldwide. The song quickly blew up, landing syncs in Tubi’s 2024 movie, Sidelined: The QB and Me, and Netflix’s My Life with The Walter Boys. In 2023, the artist released the Constellations EP, featuring anthems like “Aimed To Kill” and “Meet Me In Hell” that showcased an edgier, vengeful side. Jade followed with 2024’s Confessions EP, continuing to experiment with her songwriting and singing techniques. Jade’s impassioned storytelling has set her apart since her career beginnings, and It’s Always At Night adds new chapters.