Atsuko Chiba and Daydream Plus Release New Albums

Montreal experimental rock collective Atsuko Chiba issued a self‑titled fourth LP on 24 April 2026 through Mothland, with distribution by The Orchard. The 32‑minute record blends post‑rock textures with vocals, drawing on influences such as Talk Talk, Can and Portismith, and is described by the band as a melancholic yet hopeful exploration.

Canadian instrumental math‑rock outfit Daydream Plus debuted its first full‑length, Second Last Day of Summer, on 10 July 2026. The album mixes math‑rock, jazz‑fusion and city‑pop elements, aiming to capture late‑summer nostalgia. Reviewers note guitarist Payson Power’s melody‑first approach and the record’s bright, hook‑laden guitar leads.