Sheer Mag has returned with a tune inspired by the sounds and sights of the 20th century: “Moonstruck,” the latest single from their forthcoming album, Playing Favorites.
Taking its title from the Cher-starring 1987 film of the same name, “Moonstruck” is a grooving number with an overarching vibe of sun-shiney goodness. Fittingly, the band’s guitarist, Matt Palmer, revealed that the song is about “how invigorating it is to have a new crush.”
Continuing, Palmer explained: “After too long lost in the wilderness, it’s gratifying to find a beacon of tenderness to help reorient yourself in the maze of love. Written in 2021 and originally intended for a disco EP, ‘Moonstruck’ has been reworked as a more expansive and lush arrangement and features some of our favorite guitar work on the new record.”
“Moonstruck” also arrives alongside a music video inspired by the video for Rush’s 1981 song “Limelight,” directed by Ryan Schnackenberg. Watch it below
The third single from Playing Favorites, “Moonstruck” follows the release of “All Lined Up” and the title track, “Playing Favorites.” The full album is due on March 1st via Third Man Records. Pre-orders are ongoing.
Meanwhile, Sheer Mag is gearing up to hit the road for a sprawling 2024 tour, kicking off on March 29th in Washington, DC. After that, they’ll head to cities like Nashville, New Orleans, Dallas, Los Angeles, Chicago, and more, before wrapping with a set at Field Day Music Festival in Northampton, Massachusetts. The band has even announced new dates in New England, New York, and their hometown, Philadelphia. Check out their upcoming dates, and grab your tickets here.
