Vol. II

Overview
Vol. II is the second studio album by Angine de Poitrine, a Canadian math-rock duo from Quebec. Released April 3, 2026 on Spectacles Bonzaï, the six-track largely instrumental set followed a viral rise sparked by the band’s KEXP performance.

Recording History
The album foregrounds the duo’s signature microtonal, intricate riffs while crediting Glegg De Poitrine with sound recording and Tek De Poitrine with mixing and mastering; the release also lists Arielle Corbeau as cover artist. The band recorded a four‑song set for Seattle’s KEXP in 2025, which helped propel Vol. II into wider attention, with three tracks carried over onto the album. There is no publicly cited studio location in the sources, but US distribution was handled by ATO Records for the vinyl/CD release in June 2026. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vol._II_%28Angine_de_Poitrine_album%29))

Chart Performance & Recognition
Vol. II charted internationally, with the US showing entries in multiple Billboard genres (Billboard 200 at 44; Top Dance Albums at 2; Top Rock & Alternative Albums at 12) and the UK charting at 19 (also strong on the UK Independent Albums chart). In Canada, it debuted at No. 11 on the Billboard Canadian Albums chart. The album was longlisted for the 2026 Polaris Music Prize, signaling critical recognition. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vol._II_%28Angine_de_Poitrine_album%29))

Cultural Impact & Legacy
The record’s virality—fueled by the KEXP performance—translated into sold-out North American and European shows and broad media attention. Notably, Deadmau5 publicly teased a remix of a Vol. II track, underscoring the album’s cross‑genre reach. The material remains a touchstone in Angine de Poitrine’s rise and is widely regarded as a breakout moment for the group. ([ca.billboard.com](https://ca.billboard.com/music/chart-beat/angine-de-poitrine-billboard-canada-charts))

Vol. II stands as a rapid ascent for Angine de Poitrine and a defining moment in their breakout virality.