Angels on the Moon
| Industry | Music recording |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States |
Angels on the Moon is a track composed by Scott Jason and Clayton Stroope, performed by their group Thriving Ivory. Issued in March 2008 as the primary single from the reissued version of their eponymous album under Wind-Up Records, the song received attention after being featured on VH1's Scream Queens. Initially recorded in 2002, it highlights the band's alternative rock genre.
Content
The composition draws inspiration from the September 11 attacks and includes nods to New York City. Scott Jason, who plays keyboards and contributes to songwriting, also mentioned that U2's "Where The Streets Have No Name" influenced the piece.
Music video
The official video, directed by Christopher Sims, premiered on June 2, 2008. It depicts the band performing at multiple locations around San Francisco, ending with lead vocalist Clayton Stroope walking while singing.
Peak positions
| Chart (2008–09) | Highest rank |
|---|---|
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100) | 46 |
| U.S. Billboard Hot 100 | 75 |
| U.S. Billboard Adult Pop Songs | 20 |
| U.S. Billboard Pop Songs | 28 |
Certifications
| Nation | Certification level | Date awarded | Units sold |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Gold | December 19, 2009 | 500,000 |