A vibrant 1976 POP magazine cover celebrating The Sweet’s continued dominance in German fan polls, surrounded by a swirl of mid‑70s rock icons, gossip, and rising stars.

A night of champagne, dancing, and unexpected glamour — the kind of fan‑meets‑idol story that defined Bravo’s golden era.

A trio of high‑voltage glam letters — defending The Sweet, worshipping Marc Bolan, and attacking the Strawbs for mocking Bowie — reveal the emotional intensity of 1973 fandom.

A trio of key updates from the February 10, 1973 NME: The Sweet secure a major Rainbow Theatre headliner, Elton John expands his upcoming tour, and Lou Reed confirms a new run of UK dates.

Nick Kent dives into the chaotic, candy‑coloured world of The Sweet — a band caught between glam‑rock frivolity and the gritty realities of touring, image, and expectation.

“Poppa Joe” rises to No. 11 on the UK Singles Chart in early March 1972, marking the peak of The Sweet’s steel‑drum‑infused bubblegum era before their transition into heavier glam rock.

🎸🔥 October 5th, 1945—a legend was born. Happy 80th birthday to Brian Connolly, the unforgettable frontman of The Sweet! His...