Golden Alliance, a new rock act emerging from Brighton’s coast, isn’t tiptoeing onto the scene, they’re speeding in with “Cruise,” a debut single that sounds like it was born to be blasted through open car windows!
Released on April 16, 2025, “Cruise” is a joyful blend of vintage swagger and slick studio finesse. Think leather jackets, neon lights, and late-night highway escapes but with a distinctly modern glow. The track opens with a toe-tapping groove and a guitar line that instantly sets the tone: you’re not just listening, you’re moving!
What makes “Cruise” stand out isn’t just its classic rock bones, it’s the way Golden Alliance manages to sneak in shimmering synth flourishes and subtle dance grooves without ever letting go of their rock ‘n’ roll roots. There’s a sense of fun here that’s hard to resist. The vocals don’t try to steal the spotlight, but glide alongside the instruments with just the right amount of laid-back cool.
The song’s heart beats with momentum. By the time the guitar solo hits soaring, tasteful, and unapologetically 80s, you’re already in quite deep! Then add in some warm keyboard textures, and you’ve got a sound that’s both expansive and intimate, retro and brand new!
“Cruise” is the kind of debut that doesn’t ask for your attention as it casually earns it. Golden Alliance may still be fresh on the scene, but this first release hints at a much bigger map they’re ready to chart. With connections to the eclectic Sussex-based label Strange World Music, and a flair for genre-bending, this band isn’t just reviving rock tropes, they’re having a blast reimagining them.
Whether you’re a die-hard classic rock fan, a sucker for synthy atmospheres, or just craving something you can hit replay on all summer long, Cruise is indeed the ride you’ve been waiting for!
