The track is from their upcoming new album Between Us
On their breezy and optimistic new single ‘Ride’, celebrated Canadian indie rock outfit Arkells continue to showcase why so many are lauding them as a special band, teaming up with modern titans GROUPLOVE to craft a track that leaves an indelible mark on you as a listener.
The track is packed full of insatiable indie pop grooves and infallible melodies, doubling down on the euphoria of the narrative with a sunny soundscape that invites you along to let your hair blow in the wind and join them on the journey. It is a release that plays to the strengths of both artists, packed full of giddy happiness and punchy moments that keep things feeling fresh throughout. ‘Ride’ is the latest triumph from Arkells in the lead up to their upcoming new album Between Us, and we’re excited to see what else they have in store when April 17th rolls around.
“On its face, the song is about riding a bike in the city,” admits frontman Max Kerman. “That unbridled feeling of pedaling along to the song in your head. But beneath the surface, the bike’s a metaphor. When life tries to bribe you with a litany of material things, can a simple, utilitarian object like a bicycle be all you need? We asked GROUPLOVE to join us because when Christian and Hannah sing together, we feel a chemical reaction to their voices. That pure, explosive freedom we needed in the song.”
