Movements have released their new single, “Cherry Thrill” today. Marking the beginning of a new sonic side of Movements, “Cherry Thrill” finds the band tapping into their alternative and indie rock sensibilities, slowing things down with a smooth, woozy sound. It’s a softer, gentler side of Movements that still hits just as hard emotionally.
“‘Cherry Thrill’ is definitely a departure from the ‘typical’ Movements song,” the band says. “As this band has grown and changed, so have our tastes. We wanted to find a way to step out of our usual writing style and explore a new sonic wave, while still maintaining the core of what this band has always been. ‘Cherry Thrill’ is the first step in a new direction for us, and we’re extremely excited to continue down a path of natural, but significant progression.”
Regarding the song’s meaning, singer Patrick Miranda says, “This was the first song that I decided to write that has absolutely nothing to do with an actual experience in my life. It’s fully fictional. The idea is essentially a modern-day Bonnie & Clyde story. The narrator of the song is describing his undying, over-the-top love for their partner. They will do anything for each other, including robbing banks, murder, etc. The phrase ‘Cherry Thrill’ was my way of describing a sort of thirst for blood or a desire for chaos, but also the love and sensuality of the relationship between the characters.”
The band has also teamed up with Jones Soda on a limited run of a custom sour “Cherry Thrill” flavored soda, with a branded label featuring the single artwork.
Movements have also partnered with California’s Donut Friend for their very own Cherry Thrill donut, which will be available all three Donut Friend’s locations starting on August 27. The band will appear at the Highland Park location to meet fans.
MOVEMENTS ON TOUR:
WITH ANGEL DU$T, ONE STEP CLOSER, + SNARLS:
9/7 — Philadelphia, PA — Union Transfer
9/9 — Brooklyn, NY — Music Hall of Williamsburg
9/10 — Boston, MA — Royale
9/11 — Silver Spring, MD — The Fillmore
9/13 — Richmond, VA — Canal Club
9/15 — Indianapolis, IN — Deluxe at Old National Centre
9/17 — Chicago, IL — Riot Fest*
9/19 — Pittsburgh, PA — Enclave
9/20 — Cleveland, OH — House of Blues
9/21 — Pontiac, MI — The Crofoot
9/23 — Birmingham, AL — Furnace Fest*
9/24 — Charlotte, NC — The Underground – Charlotte
9/25 — Carrboro, NC — Cat’s Cradle
9/27 — Louisville, KY — Mercury Ballroom
9/28 — Atlanta, GA — Heaven @ The Masquerade
9/29 — Tampa, FL — The Orpheum
9/30 — Jacksonville, FL — 1904 Music Hall
10/3 — Dallas, TX — Trees
WITH A DAY TO REMEMBER, THE USED, + MAGNOLIA PARK:
10/1 — Pensacola, FL — Pensacola Bay Center
10/4 — Oklahoma City, OK — The ZOO Amphitheatre
10/7 — San Diego, CA — Petco Park
10/10 — Portland, OR — Theater Of The Clouds
10/11 — Seattle, WA — WaMu Theater
10/13 — Calgary, AB — The Grey Eagle Event Centre
10/14 — Spokane, WA — TBD
10/16 — Grand Junction, CO — Las Colonias Amphitheater
10/28 — Irvine, CA — Five Point Amphitheater
10/25 — Lubbock, TX — Lonestar Amphitheater
10/27 — Mesa, AZ — Mesa Amphitheatre
10/28 — Irvine, CA — Five Point Amphitheater
MOVEMENTS:
WITH MATT KEREKES, SYDNEY SPRAGUE, CHERIDOMINGO:
11/6 — Los Angeles, CA — The Wiltern