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Slade’s "Singles Are They Really Worth It ?" , a one-page article in Sounds , February 2, 1974.

Wizzard’s "They Must be Mad" , a one-page article in Disc , February 16, 1974.

Roy Wood’s "Thanks Everybody For Voting" , a one-page advert in Disc , February 16, 1974.

Roy Wood’s "Roy Sets to Conquer" , a one-page article in Disc Music , June 8, 1974

The Move’s "The Best Of The Move" , a full-page advert in Creem Magazine , August 1, 1974.

ELO’s "ELO Find Eldorado" , a one-page article in Melody Maker , September 28, 1974.

Wizzard’s "Roy Wood is Eddy" , a one-page advert in Circus Magazine , November 1, 1974.

The Move’s "From Teeny Poppers to Tough Guys" , a one-page feature in Record Mirror , August 31, 1968.

Sweet’s Pop Extra , a cover and one-page feature in Look In Magazine , August 17, 1974.

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

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

Sweet’s Brian Has it Covered , a cover and one-page feature on Brian Connolly in Pop Magazine , October 28, 1974.

Sweet Andy Scott’s "In the Bravo Window: Andy Scott" , a two-page article in Bravo Magazine , January 1, 1976.

Sweet’s "The New Super Group" , a one-page advert in Creem Magazine , December 1, 1975.

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

Sweet’s "Blockbuster" , a one-page article in Record Mirror , February 24, 1973. TWO for the price of one this month. Partly because dear old Sweet for all their sirens and heavy effects have only got two chords in their song Blockbuster. Partly because, at the time of writing, it seems writin likely that the Strawbs', Union Man will replace them at the number-one spot by publica-tion day. Of course, charts are completely unpredictable. In-deed, the New Seekers could come roaring through with their incredible version of Pinball Wizard and depose both of them. But this is not the place for chart pre-dictions. I leave that to the prescient Tony Jasper (He's given me a plug in the admirable publication, Guitar, why shouldn't I give him one?)

Sweet’s "Girls Watch Out!" , a two-page article in Bravo Magazine , September 6, 1971. Bassist Steve Priest (21) Singer Brian Connelly, Mick Tucker (22) and (21), drummer, lead guitarist Andy Scott (20) - from left - really perfect! Girls, watch out - four cute boys want to capture you. The Sweet aren't made of sugar The Sweet think underground is stupid. They're much more interested in girls and the latest fashion. Their music is like that too: cheerful, lively, full of tenderness, and lots of fun. They hit the charts with the songs "Funny, Funny" and "Co-Co."

Sweet’s "Give Us A Wink" , a one-page album review in Record Mirror & Disc , February 28, 1976.. SWEET: 'Give Us A Wink' (RCA RS 1036) The childishly vulgar sleeve is matched by the less than subtle record it contains. But then Sweet are not a particularly stylish band. What they do aspire to these days is credibility within the rock fraternity. They are a little further along that road, though they don't deserve to be with this indulgent outing of dated harmonies and the belief that extended solos and bash bash drumming are where it's at. They have learnt how to write simple pop songs then blow them out of all proportion with the result that tracks blend into one another exposing the worst of heavy rock music it's similarity. Only the really taut 'Action' and hypnotic 'Healer' stand repeated plays. The rest is pretentious and for people who are aware that winking makes you go deaf.

Sweet’s Sweet's Secret Sounds , a cover and one-page article in Beat Instrumental Magazine , September 1, 1975.

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

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, "Blockbuster" is a masterpiece,' says Kent, "adhering gracefully to that genre known as Instant Rubbish... with an irresistibly banal appeal that will surely be exhausted within three months. The truth is, Sweet me a need present in rock since the beginning."

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

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 of wild rumors. In Belgium, a judge jailed the Sweet for obscene movements on stage. In Düsseldorf, Andy's sheer pants burst during the performance. "The boys are constantly drunk," claims a promoter in Hamburg. "Their bus is full of groupies on every tour," reveals a roadie from Stockholm. What's the truth behind these scandalous stories? BRAVO reporter Jörg Flemming found out in London – from the Sweet themselves "A kiss from a groupie is not a mass orgy!" claim Mick Tucker, Brian Connelly, Andy Scott and Steve Priest (from left). Groupie Helen (center) is part of the permanent crew in their tour bus. We are sitting in the apartment of Michael Chapman, the manager and hitmaker of Sweet, in the West End of London. A few days ago, I heard the story of Sweet's arrest in Belgium. Shortly before, I had heard that Andy had deliberately burst his pants at a concert in Düsseldorf. That the guys had come on stage in Hamburg completely drunk. And that they had wild orgies with Groupies would have celebrated. I've known Sweet from the beginning. I know they're not exactly happy children. Had their success gone to their heads? I wanted to know for sure, so I flew to London to see the four "culprits." My first question is for Brian: "You've had four hits in a year and a half, you've earned a good million marks. What's the truth behind these scandalous stories?" Andy is the first to speak. He looks at me seriously. "I don't know where you get these horror stories from," he says slowly. "I can only assure you of one thing: they're all far-fetched. There are people who are jealous of our success. I'll tell you the truth, as it really was." How did you end up being arrested in Belgium? "Our show was like everywhere else. Sure, it's sexy when Brian clamps the microphone stand between his legs. But Mick Jagger has been doing that for years, and nobody gets upset. None of us has ever taken our clothes off on stage. That thing with the girls was just bad luck. Thirteen-year-olds, They came on stage and danced. But what can we do if the security staff fails? The cops simply came on stage, grabbed the two girls, and rattled their handcuffs. At four in the morning, after a six-hour interrogation, the girls signed a waiver stating that our show was obscene. After that, we ended up in jail. All because some cop or judge wanted to get one over on us. After six days, the case was dropped, and we were free to go. Those were the worst six days of our lives, believe me." Is it true that Andy deliberately burst his pants? "Look at her. Wafer-thin, skin-tight. Looks great, doesn't it? It has to be that way, after all, we're a pop band, right? It's true that my pants burst in Düsseldorf. But I didn't do it on purpose. The thing blew to shreds because the fans tried to drag me off the stage and into the hall!" What is wrong with your wild Celebrate with groupies really about it? "We didn't invent groupies. They exist. They're backstage, they crowd onto the bus, and suddenly appear in your hotel room. Why shouldn't we let them ride along every now and then? Of course, there's some cuddling. But a kiss with a groupie isn't a mass orgy, is it?" Is it true that you sometimes arrive drunk at your gig? "It's clear that we like to have a drink like any man. But to say we came on stage completely drunk is pure slander. And we certainly have nothing to do with trips, hashish, or other drugs!" Four accusations, four justifications. Perhaps what the Sweets said may not sound all that convincing. But I know them. And whether BRAVO readers stone me or not, I believe them. Photos: W. Heilemann Jörg Flemming

Sweet’s "Sweet More Than Singles" , a one-page article in Disc , May 4, 1974.

Sweet’s "Sweet Single Made in US" , a one-page article in Disc , January 26, 1974.

Sweet’s "Sweet Dreams" , a two-page article in Bravo Magazine , September 27, 1973. Oops! These four boys don't give a damn about luxury they're real bon vivants In the studio, bass guitarist Steve Priest (left) sets the tone. On stage, however, drummer Mick Tucker, singer Brian Connelly, and lead guitarist Andy Scott (from left) are in the foreground Since their hit "Co-Co," the Sweets' cash registers have been ringing. And yet they enjoy their lives most by tapping beer, crafting, and lazing around. One thing, however, they do allow themselves: colorful dreams.

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

Slade’s "Back to the World" , a one-page feature on Don Powell in Melody Maker , October 13, 1973.

Slade’s "Cum On Feel The Noize" , a one-page advert in Record Mirror , February 24, 1973. The single "Cum On Feel The Noize" was released on February 23, 1973.

Slade’s "Help Us Celebrate" , a one-page article, 1973.

Slade’s "Don Powell" , a one-page article in Popswop Magazine , February 17, 1973.

Slade’s "The Show Goes On" , a two-page article in Muzik Express Magazine , September 1, 1973.

Slade’s SUPERSLADE , an article in Official Magazine , May 1974. Cover Inside Cover Page 3 Page 4

Slade’s Noddy Holder , a cover and one-page article in Popfoto Magazine , December 1, 1972.

Slade’s Double Up On Slade , a cover and one-page article on Dave Hill in Music Star Magazine , September 15, 1973.

Slade’s Gudbuy t’Slade! , a cover and one-page article on Dave Hill in Melody Maker , March 10, 1973.

Slade’s "Snappy Slade" , a one-page article, 1973.

Slade’s Hullo T' Slade , a cover and one-page article in Rock Scene Magazine , September 1, 1973.

Slade’s "Better Slade" , a one-page article in Music Scene Magazine , February 1, 1974.

Slade’s "Slade Dates" , a one-page feature in New Musical Express , October 7, 1972.

Slade’s Slade Alive!, a Noiz Boiz Lowdown with new action pics all exclusive in Magazine, March 25, 1973. Noiz Boiz Lowdown New Action Pics All Exclusive Magazine (more pages to follow)

Slade’s "Slade Talk To Melanie Readers", a flexi-disc single-sided 7" vinyl release produced by Lyntone Recordings Ltd. in the UK (Catalog No: LYN 2645), issued with Melanie Magazine, September 8, 1973. TRACKLIST: Excerpts Of Slade Songs With Slade Chatting In Between Tracks. 1.Skweeze Me Pleeze Me 2.Cum On Feel The Noize 3.Darling Be Home Soon 4.The Whole World's Goin' Crazee 5.Gudbuy T' Jane 6.Ends With - Skweeze Me Pleeze Me - Again

Slade’s Slade’s Month , a one-page calendar article in Bravo Magazine , May 1, 1972.

Slade’s "Slade Choose SNS" , a one-page advert in Beat Instrumental Magazine , October 1, 1972.

Slade’s Slade Portrait , a one-page poster in Bravo Magazine , September 4, 1972.

Slade Dave Hill’s "Hill Junior Marches" , a one-page article in Disc , February 16, 1974.

Slade’s Don's Dreams , a cover and one-page feature in Music Star Magazine , August 24, 1974.

Slade and Jim Lea’s "I can see why they were scared of us!" , a one-page feature in Record Mirror , September 23, 1972.