Wisconsin metalcore powerhouse ARCHERS have just dropped their new single, “Crooked Smile,” now available on all major streaming platforms. The track is taken from their brand-new EP, Temporary High, released today via SBG Records.
Produced by acclaimed producer Matt Good (Hollywood Undead, Sleeping With Sirens), Temporary High captures ARCHERS’ continued evolution, blending crushing breakdowns, atmospheric textures, and emotionally charged lyrics.
In regards to the EP, the band states, "Temporary High is all about finding catharsis. It’s about breaking free from toxic cycles and finding value in oneself apart from anyone or anything that would try to usurp one’s own identity."
“Crooked smile is about finding the courage to break negative cycles. It’s about learning to cut out toxic people from your life and to move forward," says the band about the latest single.
Temporary High is available at:
In addition, the band has shared some huge news! They will be hitting the road with Nothing More and Catch Your Breath from mid January through mid March 2026. The nationwide run will introduce ARCHERS’ explosive live show to even more fans as they continue building momentum into the new year.
"We are so excited and genuinely honored to be hitting the road with Nothing More in 2026! Touring with a band of this caliber is not something we take lightly and we are very excited to learn as much as we can from such seasoned vets. It will be such a treat getting to watch the incredible show they put on every night."
The band's EU/UK run kicked off June 10th in Berlin, Germany at Kantine am Berghain. Then in July, they’ll hit the road again—this time headlining a U.S. tour with support from Rivals, Of Virtue, and Dead Eyes.
Wisconsin-based band ARCHERS is making serious waves. Formed in 2015 by Ben Koehler (guitar) and Nathanael Pulley (vocals), ARCHERS quickly became known for their raw mix of metalcore and pop-rock, tackling everything from mental health to relationships with a brutally honest edge. With Oscar Porter (bass) and Grayson Mesarosh (drums) rounding out the lineup, the band’s sound has only gotten sharper.
2020's New Normal EP was a game-changer, with its powerful blend of heavy riffs and introspective lyrics drawing comparisons to bands like Dayseeker and Sleep Token. Singles like "Bitter" and "Say This Sober" showcase their ability to balance vulnerability with intensity, earning them a fiercely dedicated fanbase. ARCHERS’ music is a journey of strength and catharsis, turning life's darkest moments into anthems of resilience.
Upcoming Tour Dates:
Remaining EU / UK Dates
06/13 - Interlaken, CH - Greenfield Festival
06/15 - Donnington Park, UK - Download Festival
06/16 - Bristol, UK • Exchange
06/18 - London, UK • The Black Heart - SOLD OUT
Archers Headline Tour with Rivals, Of Virtue and Dead Eyes
7/5/2025 - Milwaukee, WI - Milwaukee Summerfest^
7/6/2025 - Ferndale, MI - The Loving Touch
7/7/2025 - Columbus, OH - Skully’s Music Diner#
7/8/2025 - Lakewood, OH Mercury Music Lounge#
7/10/2025 - Boston, MA - Brighton Music Hall
7/11/2025 - Philadelphia, PA - The Foundry
7/12/2025 - Richmond, VA - Canal Club
7/14/2025 - Greensboro, NC - Hangar 1819
7/15/2025 - Atlanta, GA - Masquerade (Hell)
7/16/2025 - Nashville, TN - East Side Bowl
7/18/2025 - Chicago, IL - Reggies
7/19/2025 - Cadott, WI - Rock Fest*
7/20/2025 - Indianapolis, IN - Hi-Fi
7/21/2025 - Springfield, MO - The Riff
7/23/2025 - Dallas, TX - Trees
7/24/2025 - San Antonio, TX - The Rock Box
7/25/2025 - Oklahoma City, OK - Beer City Music Hall
7/26/2025 - Kansas City, MO - Warehouse On Broadway
7/27/2025 - St Louis, MO - Red Flag
Archers and Rivals only ^
No Of Virtue #
Archers only *
Archers with Nothing More/ Catch Your Breath
1/14/2026 - The Fillmore - Silver Spring, MD
1/16/2026 - The Ritz - Raleigh, NC
1/17/2026 - The Fillmore - Charlotte, NC
1/19/2026 - House of Blues - Lake Buena Vista, FL
1/20/2026 - Jannus Live - Tampa, FL
1/21/2026 - Buckhead Theatre - Atlanta, GA
1/23/2026 - South Side Ballroom - Dallas, TX
1/24/2026 - ACL Live - Austin, TX
2/2/2026 - REVEL - Albuquerque, NM
2/3/2026 - The Criterion - Oklahoma City, OK
2/6/2026 - Marathon Music Works - Nashville, TN
2/7/2026 - Egyptian Room - Indianapolis, IN
2/19/2026 - Wellmont Theatre - Montclair, NJ
2/20/2026 - House of Blues - Boston, MA
2/21/2026 - Wind Creek Event Center - Bethlehem, PA
2/23/2026 - L'Olympia - Montreal, QC
2/24/2026 - HISTORY - Toronto, ON
2/25/2026 - The Fillmore - Detroit, MI
2/27/2026 - GLC Live at 20 Monroe - Grand Rapids, MI
2/28/2026 - The Riviera Theatre - Chicago, IL
3/1/2026 - The Sylvee - Madison, WI
3/3/2026 - The Fillmore - Minneapolis, MN
3/4/2026 - Burton Cummings Theatre - Winnipeg, MB
3/6/2026 - Midway Music Hall - Edmonton, AB
3/7/2026 - Grey Eagle Event Centre - Calgary, AB
3/9/2026 - Commodore Ballroom - Vancouver, BC
3/10/2026 - Moore Theatre - Seattle, WA
3/11/2026 - Crystal Ballroom - Portland, OR
3/13/2026 - Union Event Center - Salt Lake City, UT
3/14/2026 - Fillmore Auditorium - Denver, CO
3/16/2026 - The Pageant - St. Louis, MO
ARCHERS:
Nathanael Pulley - Vocals
Ben Koehler - Guitar
Oscar Porter - Bass/Vocals
Grayson Mesarosh - Drums
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