Jade Imagine
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Jade Imagine is an Australian indie pop band formed in Melbourne in 2016. The group is led by singer-songwriter Jade McInally, who previously performed with acts such as Teeth & Tongue and Tantrums.[1]
History
Jade Imagine released their debut EP, What the Fuck Was I Thinking, in 2017 [2] through Milk! Records, a label co-founded by Australian singer-songwriters Courtney Barnett and Jen Cloher.[3] In 2018, Jade Imagine played at key music festivals, Big Sound[4] Australia, and South by South West, Austin, Texas.[5]
In 2019, Jade Imagine released their first full-length album, Basic Love,[6] through Milk! Records and Marathon Artists.[7] Also in 2019 they supported Pond on their UK tour[8]
The band's sophomore album, Cold Memory, was released in 2022.[9] This record continued their exploration of contemporary themes, receiving positive reviews for its cohesive sound and lyrical depth.[10] In 2024, Jade Imagine supported Stella Donnelly on her national tour.[11]
On February 12, 2025, the band released the single Hot Bath with Rolling Stone listing it as Songs you need to Know.[12] and with strong Australian radio support including rotation on Double J[13] and 3RRR.[14] On March 12, 2025 the band released a remix by GUM & Ginoli of Hot Bath.[15]
Members
- Jade McInally – vocals, guitar
- Tim Harvey – guitar, vocals
- Madeline Lo Booth– bass, vocals
- Winter McQuinn – drums
Discography
- What the Fuck Was I Thinking (EP, 2017)
- Basic Love (Album, 2019)
- Cold Memory (Album, 2022)
- Hot Bath (single 2025)
Awards and nominations
Jade Imagine was the inaugural winner of the Australian music Upstart Award in 2017.[16] and a final nominee in the Australian Music Prize 2019.[17]