Sweet In The 1970s

The Sweet's journey through the 1970s, from bubblegum pop to glam rock icons, is explored in this book, charting their successes and struggles to be recognized as a more serious rock act. They scored fifteen UK Top 40 singles, released seven studio albums, and toured several continents, with few personnel changes.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 29 July 2021
Publisher: Sonicbond Publishing

The Sweet's captivating presence, encompassing their distinctive appearance, mesmerizing sound, and confident attitude, became an instantly recognizable hallmark of the early 1970s glam rock era. However, it's important to note that the band's journey through the decade did not begin as a glam rock entity and certainly did not end as one. This captivating book takes readers on a journey through the decade that propelled The Sweet to household fame, tracing their evolution from purveyors of manufactured, bubblegum pop to hardened glam rock icons.

The Sweet in the 1970s delves into both their triumphs and challenges as they endeavored to establish themselves as a more serious rock act in the later part of the decade, once the sparkle of glam and glitter began to fade. During this transformative decade, the band achieved an impressive feat by securing fifteen UK Top 40 singles, releasing seven studio albums, and embarking on extensive tours across multiple continents. Remarkably, personnel changes were relatively limited compared to many bands of the era. The Sweet commenced the 1970s with the arrival of new guitarist, Andy Scott, and concluded the decade with the departure of frontman, Brian Connolly, and an ultimately unsuccessful attempt to continue as a three-piece.

This book serves as an unapologetic celebration of The Sweet's music, charting the profound and lasting impact they had on countless bands that followed in their footsteps. It explores the band's evolution, from their early pop sensibilities to their embrace of harder-edged glam rock, and showcases their ability to adapt and evolve while maintaining their unique identity. The Sweet's influence can be heard in the music of countless artists, from the iconic rock bands of the era to contemporary pop sensations.

Through extensive research and firsthand accounts, this book provides a comprehensive and immersive exploration of The Sweet's decade-long journey. It sheds light on the band's creative process, their relationships with their fans, and the impact they had on the music industry as a whole. Whether you're a die-hard fan of The Sweet or a music enthusiast interested in the evolution of glam rock, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the band's remarkable journey and the lasting legacy they have left behind.

Weight: 236g
Dimension: 148 x 209 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789521399