"Teenage rampage" was the first single I bought back in 1974 when aged 10. The Sweet produced some really fantastic glam rock singles that are still regularly heard even today. "Blockbuster", "Fox on the run" and "Ballroom Blitz" perhaps the best known. He was also know for outrageous costumes worn during TV performances. Only Andy Scott remains from the original line up now. Listen to the 2 songs below and raise a glass to great guitarist and a great band. RIP Steve. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52933584
I loved the Sweet and still love their singles. Blockbuster is one of the best pop records evah. Years later I would put in on for my toddler son and he would run around going beserk with joy. RIP Steve. We just haven’t got a clue WHAAAT to do!
Listening to those tracks, I don't think I fully appreciated how good they were at the time. Perhaps their clothes, etc, put me off. But great memories, just the same.
Before my music awakening first time round really. Now seen Andy Scott's Sweet a few times - most recent in December just gone. Infected my 40year old 'kid' brother as well now. Still a really good night out, latest line-up is as strong as any since 80s although obviously only one original member left standing now. Heavier songs too for a good proportion of the gig - a true rock band not just a Glam outfit. Grab a ticket when you can.
