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Cherry Bomb’s new album Sunset BLVD takes listeners on a fast-paced trip down memory lane, bringing the larger-than-life attitude of 80s rock into the present day. With its dynamic energy and catchy melodies, this album delivers the full experience of carefree, unapologetic rock. One that blends nostalgia with a contemporary twist.
With inspirations spanning from Bon Jovi to Motley Crue, Cherry Bomb infuses their love of hair metal into every track. Delivering a mix of melodic anthems, heavy riffs, and sing-along choruses. The album’s opener, “Love Hurts,” wastes no time setting the tone with its aggressive guitar riffs and pounding drumbeats. While the vocals of frontman Chris P-Nuttz are a gritty but captivating force. His performance on this track shows he’s at home with both the harder edges of rock and the softer ballads like “Guardian Angel.”
The title track, “Sunset BLVD,” captures the essence of what Cherry Bomb is all about. With lyrics like, “We’re driving down the Sunset Blvd, chasing dreams and living fast,” it’s clear the band has crafted an album meant to evoke the wild spirit of 80s rock. This song, along with “Whiskey A Go Go,” has that infectious, upbeat vibe that will likely make it a favorite for fans looking for music to blast on a summer night.
The production is tight, yet doesn’t take away the rawness of the performances. Vixxen’s solos, always flamboyant but never overstated, light up tracks like “Caribbean Summer,” where his guitar work blends seamlessly with the rhythm section, anchored by Ben Dover’s relentless drumming and Don Diego Duarte’s steady basslines.
Cherry Bomb’s Sunset BLVD works because it doesn’t try to be anything it’s not; it’s straightforward rock with heart and energy. While some may see it as a tribute to the past, it feels just as relevant today.
