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.
Why this album works
The album was notable for its blend of live recordings and studio tracks, which showcased The Sweet's dynamic range. It peaked at number 9 on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying their status as glam rock icons and influencing subsequent bands with their theatrical approach to performance.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks catchy anthems for sing-alongs wave-like pacing energizes listeners
- 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
- Queen· David Bowie· Aerosmith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Hellraiser Standout 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 Standout 3:24
- 3 Set Me Free 3:57
- 4 Miss Demeanour 3:24
- 5 Ballroom Blitz Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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