Victoria’s Jade LeMac, a rising music artist aged 22, has been actively involved in music for several years, with origins in Vancouver. Initially, she would perform outside her mother’s store in Victoria, hoping to attract an audience, although she admits it was not very successful. However, her fortunes have changed significantly since then. Currently, she boasts 6.8 million monthly listeners on Spotify, a nomination for breakthrough artist of the year at the 2026 Juno Awards, and plans to tour the U.S. this summer alongside Hilary Duff and La Roux.
Identifying as a “West Coast girly,” LeMac’s music reflects her hometown’s essence, characterized by cozy indie pop melodies that evoke a desire to cruise along Dallas Road with the windows down. In a recent interview with CBC’s The Early Edition from Hamilton, the location of this year’s Juno Awards, LeMac shared her excitement about the upcoming event.
LeMac’s journey to success started from humble beginnings, singing outside her mother’s shop on Johnson Street in downtown Victoria. Despite initial challenges, she persisted and eventually found her breakthrough on TikTok, where she garnered a significant following. The popularity of her song “Constellations,” featured in a show and a movie, propelled her career to new heights. Collaborating closely with her Vancouver-based producer, their partnership has been instrumental in shaping her musical direction.
The influence of the West Coast is evident in LeMac’s music, reflective of her personal upbringing and attachment to the region. As she gears up for the Juno Awards and subsequent music projects, including performances at notable festivals and a tour with Hilary Duff, LeMac remains grateful for the journey that has led her to this point. The 2026 Juno Awards will be broadcast live across Canada on various CBC platforms, marking a significant moment in LeMac’s burgeoning music career.