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Strung Up

The Sweet · 1975

74 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · glam rock · bubblegum music

A vibrant collision of glam rock energy and catchy bubblegum melodies, infused with hard-hitting riffs.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • catchy anthems for sing-alongs
  • wave-like pacing energizes listeners
  • for party playlists
  • vibrant sound for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, reflective music
  • dislike upbeat, catchy tunes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1975, 'Strung Up' came during The Sweet's commercial peak, following their successful album 'Desolation Boulevard'. This live album captured the band's explosive stage presence as they transitioned from studio hits to a more performance-driven identity, showcasing their evolution within the glam rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Slade· T. Rex· David Bowie

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Hellraiser 3:50
  • 2 Burning / Someone Else Will 5:30
  • 3 Rock 'n’ Roll Disgrace 4:15
  • 4 Need a Lot of Lovin’ 3:00
  • 5 Done Me Wrong Alright 8:08
  • 6 You’re Not Wrong for Lovin’ Me 3:28
  • 7 The Man With the Golden Arm 8:05

Disc 2

  • 1 Action 3:35
  • 2 Fox on the Run 3:24
  • 3 Set Me Free 3:57
  • 4 Miss Demeanour 3:24
  • 5 Ballroom Blitz 4:00
  • 6 Burn on the Flame 3:35
  • 7 Solid Gold Brass 5:26
  • 8 The Six Teens 4:00
  • 9 I Wanna Be Committed 4:04
  • 10 Blockbuster 3:13

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