Angine de Poitrine, a rock duo hailing from Saguenay, Quebec, has made waves in the Canadian music scene by winning the 2026 Polaris Music Prize. The group, which is recognized for its distinctive masked and ornately costumed appearances, took home both the album prize for 'Vol II' and the song prize for 'Fabienk' at the awards ceremony held recently. The Polaris Music Prize is awarded annually based on the artistic merit of albums released in Canada, regardless of genre or commercial success. As part of their win, the duo will receive a cash prize of $30,000, which is intended to support the creation of new music. Angine de Poitrine's unique identity as “space-time voyagers” has engaged audiences across the country, contributing to their growing popularity in the Canadian music industry.
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