Sparks (July, 11 1975) — Get In The Swing Single 7" UK

Jul 11, 1975

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Artist: Sparks

Label: Island Records

Country: UK

Catalogue: WIP 6236

Release Date: July 11 1975

Format: 7" Single

TRACK LISTING

A: Get In The Swing

Composer: Ron Mael

Producers: Tony Visconti

B: Profile

Composer: Ron Mael

Producers: Muff Winwood

SLEEVE & PRESSING DETAILS

Issued in light green Island sleeve featuring palm motif and catalogue number WIP 6236.

VARIANTS — UK United Kingdom 1975

• Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Single — Island Records WIP.6236

• Get In The Swing — 7" Single Promo — Island Records WIP 6236

• Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Single Solid Centre — Island Records WIP.6236

VARIANTS — INTERNATIONAL

Australia 1975

• Get In The Swing / Profile — 7" Single — Island Records K‑6059

Austria 1975

• Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Single — Island Records 16 153 AT

France 1975

• Get In The Swing — 7" Single 45 RPM — Island Records 6138 069

Germany 1975 • Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Single Stereo — Island Records 16 153 AT

Ireland 1975

• Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Single Solid Centre — Island Records WIP.6236

Italy 1975

• Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Single — Island Records WIP 26236

Japan 1975

• Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Single — Island Records ILR‑10835

• Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Promo — Island Records ILR‑10835

New Zealand 1975

• Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Single — Island Records K6059

Spain 1975

• Get In The Swing — 7" 45 RPM Single Stereo — Island Records 16.153‑A

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Released as the lead single from

Sparks’ fifth studio album Indiscreet. The track reached No. 27 on the UK Singles Chart.

Recorded at Tony Visconti’s home studio in Hammersmith, London.

COMPOSITION & RECORDING

Written by Ron Mael and produced by Tony Visconti. The song’s theatrical swing arrangement reflects Sparks’ transition toward orchestral and vaudeville influences.

MUSICAL ANALYSIS

Combines glam rock energy with big‑band swing stylings. Russell Mael’s vocal phrasing and Visconti’s layered production highlight Sparks’ eccentric approach to pop structure.

CULTURAL REFERENCES

A tongue‑in‑cheek anthem encouraging listeners to “get in the swing,” reflecting the band’s playful self‑awareness and their growing reputation for art‑pop experimentation.

CRITICAL RECEPTION

Praised for its wit and musical complexity.

Though not a major chart hit, it became a fan favourite and a defining moment in Sparks’ mid‑1970s catalogue.

CHART PERFORMANCE (IF SUPPLIED) UK Singles Chart — Peaked at No. 27 Entry Date — July 19 1975

LIVE PERFORMANCE LEGACY

Performed during Sparks’ 1975 UK tour promoting Indiscreet. Later revived in select live sets as a nostalgic highlight.

COMPILATION & REMASTER HISTORY Included as a bonus track on the 1994 Indiscreet Island Masters reissue and the 2006 21st Century Edition.

COLLECTOR NOTES

Original UK pressings feature the green palm sleeve design with catalogue number WIP 6236. Promo copies are identifiable by alternate label text and solid centre.

SINGLE CHRONOLOGY

Preceded by:

Never Turn Your Back On Mother Earth (November 1974)

Followed by:

Looks, Looks, Looks (September 1975)

INFLUENCE & LEGACY

A quintessential Sparks single bridging glam rock and theatrical pop. Its eccentric swing rhythm foreshadowed the band’s later art‑pop innovations.

PERSONNEL

Russell Mael — vocals

Ron Mael — keyboards

Trevor White — guitar

Ian Hampton — bass

Norman “Dinky” Diamond — drums

SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts.

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