Krill Has Announced New Album Secret Language
The Chicago-based band will return with their first new album in over a decade this November.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Alternative
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The band Krill has officially announced the upcoming release of their new album, Secret Language. The announcement arrived alongside the debut of their latest single, Dominate.
Why it matters
The announcement marks a significant return for the group, which originally disbanded in 2015 before reuniting for a one-off performance in 2018. The project has since evolved into a long-distance collaboration based out of Chicago.
The upcoming album Secret Language features 9 tracks. It follows the summer 2026 release of the single Commemorative Plaque.
The players
Krill
An indie rock band originally formed in Boston that is now operating as a Chicago-based long-distance project.
Exploding In Sound
The independent record label responsible for coordinating the release of the band's upcoming album.
Jonah Furman
A member and songwriter who is part of the band's current collaborative lineup.
Ian Becker
A musician and member of the band who is participating in the current album project.
Andrew Clinkman
A musician and member of the band currently involved in the long-distance recording project.
The details
Coordinated through the label Exploding In Sound, the new record reunites members Jonah Furman, Ian Becker, and Andrew Clinkman. The band continues to operate as a long-distance project centered in Chicago.
Timeline
The band officially disbanded in 2015.
Members reunited for a performance in 2018.
The single Commemorative Plaque was released in summer 2026.
The album and new single Dominate were announced on September 22, 2026.
The album Secret Language is scheduled for release on November 13, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The announcement follows the 2018 Krill reunion performance, signaling a sustained return for the band that contrasts with their temporary mid-decade activity. This shift highlights a growing trend of indie legacy acts returning to activity through long-distance collaborative models.
Fans can anticipate the full album release on streaming platforms starting November 13, 2026. The new single Dominate is currently available for digital listening.
The takeaway
The band's shift to a long-distance recording model demonstrates how modern groups can maintain creative output across geographic distances. Listeners should look for the album release in mid-November to hear how this collaborative style translates to their new material.
Further reading
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