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Boards of Canada Return with Inferno, Their First Album in 13 Years

publication · 2026-05-23

Boards of Canada, the Scottish electronic duo composed of brothers Michael Sandison and Marcus Eoin, have released their first studio album in 13 years, titled Inferno. The record continues their signature blend of esoteric knowledge and scientific themes, creating a retro-futurist soundworld. However, critics note that the album loses momentum over its duration, despite being thought-provoking. The duo, known for their cryptic aesthetic and cult following, have not released a full-length since 2010's Tomorrow's Harvest. Inferno was released on Warp Records, the label that has housed the duo since their early career. The album's release has generated significant anticipation among fans and electronic music enthusiasts.

Key facts

  • Boards of Canada released their first album in 13 years, titled Inferno.
  • The duo consists of brothers Michael Sandison and Marcus Eoin.
  • The album explores esoteric knowledge and scientific themes.
  • Inferno is described as having a retro-futurist soundworld.
  • The album loses steam over its duration according to critics.
  • Their previous album Tomorrow's Harvest was released in 2010.
  • Inferno was released on Warp Records.
  • The album has generated significant anticipation among fans.

Entities

Artists

  • Michael Sandison
  • Marcus Eoin

Institutions

  • Warp Records

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