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From Montreal to Millions: Angine de Poitrine's Viral Rise
24 Jul
Summary
- Angine de Poitrine's viral KEXP performance video garnered 17 million views.
- The band achieved a record crowd at Montreal Jazz Festival.
- They chose independence over signing with major record labels.
Angine de Poitrine, a Canadian instrumental microtonal math-rock band, has achieved global recognition since early 2026. A viral KEXP performance video, released in February 2026, propelled them to millions of streams and widespread acclaim, currently holding 17 million views on YouTube.
This surge in popularity led to unprecedented success, including selling out concerts and setting a record for the largest crowd at the Montreal International Jazz Festival since 2009. Their manager, Sébastien Collin, noted the broad appeal of their adventurous music.
Amidst overwhelming interest from numerous record labels, Angine de Poitrine made the strategic decision to remain independent, continuing to manage their production, distribution, and touring operations without a label.
This success coincides with Canada's position as the fourth-largest music exporter worldwide in the first half of 2026, according to Luminate's mid-year report. While Canada slipped from third to fourth place, it remains a significant global music market.
