FEATURES “MONEY,” “NEXT SUMMER” AND “RIDE” AND COLLABORATIONS WITH PORTUGAL. THE MAN, GROUPLOVE AND POOLSIDE
NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES KICK OFF TONIGHT
WITH SOLD OUT ALBUM RELEASE SHOWS
17 APRIL 2026 (TORONTO, ON) – Today, 9X JUNO Award winners Arkells release their highly anticipated new studio album, Between Us via Universal Music Canada and Virgin Music Group.
Listen to Between Us HERE
“Between Us is about connection –– not the hollow online kind we get when we’re scrolling –– but about the feeling we get in a shared space, appreciating the little gifts we offer one another, simply by existing with others, explains frontman Max Kerman. “Friends or strangers. A band and an audience. It’s a call to remember that connection.”
Arkells’ most recent tour dates previewing Between Us have largely gotten up-close and personal, striving to create unique experiences in a variety of settings. Win-to-get-in fan-forward experiences have seen shows in an alley-way garage, a fallsview-suite overlooking one of nature’s greatest wonders, and a neighbourhood ice cream shop. Upcoming tour dates have scaled into wide ranging and nostalgic venues that bring the band and audience that much closer.
Arkells’ new album Between Us is produced by LA based John Congleton (St. Vincent, Death Cab for Cutie, Wallows). Comprised of 11 tracks, Between Us includes the previously released collaborative standouts, including the latest release, “What’s On Your Mind?,”the disco-esque track is a synth-heavy, indie pop-rock gem, enhanced even further with the distinct sound of San Francisco’s chill-wave kings Poolside. Additional collaborative tracks include the politically charged radio single, “Money” (featuring Portugal. The Man), and the breezy tune, “Ride” (featuring GROUPLOVE) which they took to the stage at last month’s JUNO Awards in the group’s hometown of Hamiton, ON at the TD Coliseum. The band performed the upbeat track amidst a hyper-realistic viewer engaged set that integrated greenery and Truman-esque break in the fourth wall bike riding.
Additional tracks on the new album span across multiple musical genres and eras from the the stripped back, “Desire’s Got Some Questions,” and the midtempo guitar driven “Universe Talking” to the more classic indie rock “Two Hearts.” Freshly teased “Imagine Barcelona”- a dreamy, earnest love song, is sure to be a fan favourite. Arkells bring a mischievous sound to the forefront on “Rumour,” before bringing the record to a close with the aching track with winding chords, “Escape Door.”
Between Us is available now for in physical formats including vinyl, CD and signed edition grass-green vinyl. The cover was shot by Boston-based artist and photographer Pelle Cass, who photographed the vibrant image of Arkells atop Hamilton’s Jackson Square rooftop – a nod to their roots.
| Between Us tracklist |
| 1. Next Summer |
| 2. What Good? |
| 3. Ride (ft. GROUPLOVE) |
| 4. Money (ft. Portugal. The Man) |
| 5. Imagine Barcelona |
| 6. Desire’s Got Some Questions |
| 7. Universe Talking |
| 8. Two Hearts |
| 9. What’s On Your Mind (ft. Poolside) |
| 10. Rumour |
| 11. Escape Door |
Arkells’ debuted their Between Us live show with a string of live preview dates across the pond in European and UK cities in Germany, Netherlands, and United Kingdom, before heading to the US and Canada later this month through to Summer 2026. Their just-announced Canadian run features a string of “City Takeovers” where the band can be seen in “I can’t believe this is happening” series of small clubs over 3 nights – many of which they have not played in over a decade. The Between Us North American run begins tonight with a pair of sold-out album release shows in Buffalo, NY.
| 2026 BETWEEN US TOUR DATES |
| April 17, 2026 – Buffalo, NY – Town Ballroom SOLD OUT |
| April 18, 2026 – Buffalo, NY – Town Ballroom SOLD OUT |
| April 26, 2026 – Chicago, IL – Bottom Lounge |
| April 28, 2026 – Detroit, MI – Shelter SOLD OUT |
| April 30, 2026 – Washington, DC – Atlantis |
| May 1, 2026 – Philadelphia, PA – Foundry |
| May 2, 2026 – New York, NY – Racket |
| May 7 – Vancouver, BC – The Penthouse SOLD OUT |
| May 8 – Vancouver, BC – Hollywood Theatre SOLD OUT |
| May 9 – Vancouver, BC – Commodore Ballroom SOLD OUT |
| May 14 – Edmonton, AB – The Buckingham SOLD OUT |
| May 15 – Edmonton, AB – The Starlite Room SOLD OUT |
| May 16 – Edmonton, AB – Midway Music Hall SOLD OUT |
| May 19 – Calgary, AB – The Palomino SOLD OUT |
| May 20 – Calgary, AB – The Royal Canadian Legion SOLD OUT |
| May 21 – Calgary, AB – The Palace Theatre SOLD OUT |
| May 30 – Fergus, ON – Meadows Music Festival |
| June 3 – Sault Ste Marie, ON – The Machine Shop |
| June 5 – Montreal, QC – Beanfield Theatre |
| June 6 – Quebec City – Grizzly Fuzz |
| July 7 – Vancouver, BC – PNE Amphitheatre (FIFA Fan Fest) |
| June 17, 2026 – Toronto, ON – Lee’s Palace SOLD OUT |
| June 18, 2026 – Toronto, ON – History SOLD OUT |
| June 19, 2026 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre |
| Aug 8 – Moncton, NB – Croix-Bleue Medavie Stadium (supporting Jonas Brothers) |
| Aug14 – Sudbury, ON – Grace Hartman Amphitheatre |
| Aug 28 – Charlottetown, PEI – PEI Brewing Company SOLD OUT |
| Aug 29 – Hubbards, NS – Shore Club on the Cove SOLD OUT |
| (*Canadian Dates in BOLD) |
About ARKELLS:
Whether they’re rocking stadiums, making a beeline for the discotheque, or gathering around the campfire, the implicit message of Arkells is always the same: everyone is welcome here. Since the beginning, Arkells have never wavered in their mission to be the house band that soundtracks the greatest nights of your life and emotional support in your darkest hours. Thanks to their steady and eclectic ethos, Arkells have continued to evolve musically, while making everyone feel right at home. As one of the most heavily rotated acts on radio, and all-time record holders of the JUNO Award for “Group of the Year,” Arkells have extended their reach beyond borders by infiltrating all corners of pop culture; from global sports telecasts and top-tier video games to the stages of Coachella and Bonnaroo. The band’s longevity is ultimately a function of their commitment to never coasting on past glories and to always live completely in the moment. Even through their impressive history together, Arkells still approach every gig as an opportunity to prove themselves to the unconverted; as they’re fond of saying, each time they take the stage, “we understand the assignment.” The first rule of rock ‘n’ roll is to play every show like it’s your last—but as Arkells prove night after night, it’s just as important to hold onto the unbridled energy and enthusiasm of your first. With their new record, Between Us, out April 17, the band achieves the impossible: how do we make our new songs feel like the past and the future at the same time? It’s 11 songs of their best songwriting to date, produced by legendary producer John Congleton (St. Vincent, Death Cab for Cutie, Wallows).