Sweet: (Bubblegum Glam)

Sweet’s Otto Winner Sweet , a cover and one-page article in Bravo Magazine , January 24, 1974

A Sweet Glam-Rock Riot Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 11, 1974, on RCA Records (catalog number RCA 2394), The Sweet’s “Teenage Rampage” — backed with “Own Up, Take a Look at Yourself” — was a high-energy glam-rock stomper. Written by Nicky Chinn & Mike Chapman, produced by Phil Wainman, this teen rebellion anthem entered the Official Singles Chart on January 16, 1974, peaked at No. 2 for 3 weeks, and charted for 8 weeks. A defining Sweet hit. Single Ov

Sweet’s Interview with Brian , a cover and one-page feature on Brian Connolly in Look In Magazine , October 27, 1973.

The Sweet’s "The Ballroom Blitz"  backed with "Rock & Roll Disgrace" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by RCA Victor...

Sweet’s "Blockbuster" , a one-page article in Record Mirror , February 24, 1973. TWO for the price of one this month. Partly because dear...

The Sweet’s "The Sweet Soft Underbelly of Rock" , a two-page article in New Musical Express , February 10, 1973. "In its own cute way,...

Brian Connolly's Bravo Germany Tour Hype Published in Germany on January 18, 1973, Bravo Magazine’s cover and one-page article “Sweet Coming to Germany!” featured Brian Connolly and The Sweet at the peak of their early glam breakthrough. The cover showcased Brian in full glittered-up glory, with the article announcing the band’s upcoming German tour and building excitement around their hit-making rise in Europe. Cover Text Excerpts “SWEET come to Germany!” “Brian Connolly: SW

A Melody Maker Warm Calypso Praise Published in the UK on January 13, 1973, Melody Maker’s one-page single review “ELTON JOHN: “Daniel”” hailed the track as a warm, attractive song that grows with each hearing. Set to a lilting calypso beat with electric piano and steel drum effects, the review called it a fine song and convincing hit. The Bernie Taupin lyrics about an elder brother who flies away have a cloudy, floating quality, and the old firm (Elton & Bernie) believe it's

A Melody Maker Sweet Siren Blast Published in the UK on January 13, 1973, Melody Maker’s one-page advert promoted The Sweet’s “Block Buster!” single (RCA). The bold ad highlighted the track’s theatricality — sirens wailing, hidden menace in chants and yodels — as the band’s new tilt at the top. A classic early 1973 glam-pop campaign. Advert Overview Publication Details Magazine: Melody Maker (UK). Date: January 13, 1973. Format: One-page single advert. Do you have this Me

A Melody Maker Sweet Blockbuster Spotlight Published in the UK on January 13, 1973, Melody Maker’s one-page review “Lot's of Gimmicks” covered The Sweet’s “Block Buster!” single (RCA). The enthusiastic review praised the track’s theatricality: sirens wailing, hidden menace in chants and yodels, a convincing version with a “boring riff in the final bars that shows the band ran out of ideas.” A classic early 1973 glam-pop critique. Review Overview Publication Details Magazine:

A Sweet Glam No. 1 Siren SmashThe Sweet’s "Blockbuster"  backed with "Need A Lot Of Lovin'" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by RCA Records (catalog number RCA 2316) on January 5, 1973, entering the UK Singles Chart on January 13, 1973, peaking at number 1 for 5 weeks and charting for 15 weeks. "Blockbuster" was the groups first number one and only number one single in the UK, and also made 1 in the Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Ireland, and 3 in Finland,

A Glam-Pop Chinnichap Greatest Hits Released as a vinyl LP in the UK in December 1972, on RCA Victor (catalogue: SF 8316), The Sweet’s The Sweet's Biggest Hits was their first greatest hits compilation — gathering their 1971–1972 glam-pop smashes. Produced by Phil Wainman for New Dawn Productions, this 12-track set featured “Wig-Wam Bam,” “Little Willy,” “Co-Co,” and “Poppa Joe.” Issued in laminated sleeve, cassette, and 8-track variants. Reached No. 3 in Finland. Album Overv

Sweet’s "Bitter Sweet" , a one-page feature in Melody Maker , October 7, 1972.

Sweet’s "What's Going on with the Sweet?" , a two-page article in Bravo Magazine , September 13, 1972. Four beatboys are in the crossfire...

Sweet’s "Wig-Wam Bam" , a half-page advert in New Musical Express , September 2, 1972.

The Sweet’s "Wig-Wam Bam"  backed with "New York Connection" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by RCA Victor (catalog...

Sweet's "Little Willy" at number one in charts, as reported by Bravo magazine August 23, 1972. In the UK: T. Rex's "Electric Warrior" is...

The Sweet’s "The Sweet Life" , a one-page article in Romeo Magazine , August 1973..

Sweet’s “Sweet Smiles” , a two-page article in Record Mirror , February 5, 1972.

Sweet’s "Poppa Joe" , a one-page advert in Record Mirror , February 5, 1972.