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The Sweet

The Sweet · 1973

45 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · glam rock · bubblegum music

A flamboyant explosion of glam rock energy infused with catchy hooks and playful lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful anthems for parties
  • steady groove for sing-alongs
  • catchy hooks that energize
  • short bursts of fun
  • consistent energy throughout listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • seek lengthy, immersive tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1973, 'The Sweet' marked the band's self-titled debut album, solidifying their transition from a backing band to pop icons. Following their success with singles like 'Blockbuster', this album showcased their burgeoning identity within the glam rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Slade· T. Rex· David Bowie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Little Willy 3:13
  • 2 New York Connection 3:36
  • 3 Wig‐Wam Bam 2:53
  • 4 Done Me All Right 2:55
  • 5 Hell Raiser 3:19
  • 6 Blockbuster 3:12
  • 7 Need a Lot of Lovin’ 3:01
  • 8 Man From Mecca 2:47
  • 9 Spotlight 2:45
  • 10 You’re Not Wrong for Loving Me 2:47
  • 11 Jeannie 2:57
  • 12 Poppa Joe 3:05
  • 13 Alexander Graham Bell 2:55
  • 14 Co‐Co 3:11
  • 15 Funny Funny 2:50

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata