In the explosive early days of 1973, The Sweet were fast becoming one of Britain’s most colourful and successful glam rock outfits. With their stacked heels, glitter, and powerhouse choruses, the band delivered a string of stomping hits crafted by the legendary songwriting team Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman. “Block Buster!”, their biggest and most theatrical single yet, captured the pure energy of glam with its driving riff, siren-like intro, and singalong hook that echoed acr

A lively, slightly chaotic Bravo deep‑dive into the internal tensions, rumours, and rising pressures surrounding The Sweet at the height of their glam‑rock fame — a behind‑the‑scenes look at a band juggling success, image, and the strain of constant public scrutiny. Bravo Magazine Date: September 13, 1972 Length: 6 min read (two‑page feature) A colourful, youth‑press exposé blending fan‑friendly excitement with candid glimpses of a band navigating fame, frustration, and th

In the late summer of 1972, The Sweet were hitting their stride as one of Britain’s most colourful and successful glam rock bands. With their platform boots, glitter, and catchy pop hooks, the quartet delivered another stomping hit with “Wig-Wam Bam.” The track mixed a driving beat, infectious chorus and playful Native American-inspired lyrics into a perfect slice of glam escapism. Released on September 1, 1972, the single appeared on RCA Victor under catalogue number RCA 226

“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.

POPPA JOE RCA 2164 NEW HIT SINGLE FROM THE SWEET

In the early weeks of 1972, The Sweet were quickly establishing themselves as one of the most reliable hit-makers of the emerging glam rock era. With their colourful image and catchy pop-rock sound, the band released “Poppa Joe,” a bouncy, tongue-in-cheek track full of singalong charm and playful lyrics. Released on January 28, 1972, the single appeared on RCA Victor under catalogue number RCA 2164. Backed with “Jeanie,” this 7-inch release became another solid chart success

A festive Christmas greeting from The Sweet to all NME readers, featuring a warm group portrait of the band wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year during the early days of their glam success. The Sweet send seasonal glam cheer — Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Andy, Steve, Mick and Brian. New Musical Express Date: December 25, 1971 Length: 2 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Festive greeting from The Sweet to NME readers • Group photo showing Andy

A lively, opinionated one-page feature celebrates the enduring appeal of bubblegum pop, arguing that its simple, catchy, danceable charm will outlast changing musical fashions and intellectual trends. The piece defends the genre’s “banal” lyrics and repetitive hooks as virtues that make it accessible and fun, especially for younger listeners and dancers. This November 1971 Melody Maker article captures the tension between “serious” progressive rock and the unapologetic joy of

In the early autumn of 1971, The Sweet were rapidly rising as one of Britain’s most exciting new pop-rock acts. With their colourful image and catchy, harmony-rich sound, the band released “Alexander Graham Bell” — a bright, upbeat single that paid playful homage to the inventor of the telephone with a fun, singalong chorus. Released on October 1, 1971, the single appeared on RCA Victor under catalogue number RCA 2121. Backed with “Spotlight,” this 7-inch release continued Th

Published on September 27, 1971, this lively Bravo feature presents The Sweet as fun, down-to-earth rockers enjoying their sudden success while still preferring beer taps, tinkering, and relaxing over luxury. It captures the band right as they were transitioning from bubblegum pop towards a heavier glam sound.