Action: The Sweet Anthology
The Sweet · 2009
120 min · 32 tracks · hard rock · glam rock · bubblegum music
A vibrant collection of glam rock and bubblegum pop anthems that encapsulate the exuberance of the 1970s.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- sing-along anthems for gatherings vibrant energy for party vibes nostalgic trip through the 70s
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Action: The Sweet Anthology' arrived during a period of renewed interest in The Sweet's legacy, following their initial success in the 1970s. This compilation highlighted their evolution from glam rock pioneers to influential hard rockers, serving as both a retrospective and a celebration of their diverse catalog.
- If you like
- hard rock, glam rock, bubblegum music
Action: The Sweet Anthology is an album by The Sweet, released in 2009. A vibrant collection of glam rock and bubblegum pop anthems that encapsulate the exuberance of the 1970s. 'Action: The Sweet Anthology' is significant for showcasing hits that defined a generation and influenced genres like glam rock and pop. The album features chart-toppers such as 'Ballroom Blitz' and 'Fox on the Run,' which continue to resonate in popular culture, cementing The Sweet's impact on music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Action: The Sweet Anthology sound like?
A vibrant collection of glam rock and bubblegum pop anthems that encapsulate the exuberance of the 1970s. Rooted in hard rock and glam rock.
What makes Action: The Sweet Anthology by The Sweet notable?
'Action: The Sweet Anthology' is significant for showcasing hits that defined a generation and influenced genres like glam rock and pop. The album features chart-toppers such as 'Ballroom Blitz' and 'Fox on the Run,' which continue to resonate in popular culture, cementing The Sweet's impact on music history. Released in 2009, 'Action: The Sweet Anthology' arrived during a period of renewed interest in The Sweet's legacy, following their initial success in the 1970s. This compilation highlighted their evolution from glam rock pioneers to influential hard rockers, serving as both a retrospective and a celebration of their diverse catalog.
Who is Action: The Sweet Anthology for?
Action: The Sweet Anthology works well if you're into sing-along anthems for gatherings, vibrant energy for party vibes and nostalgic trip through the 70s.
How many songs are on Action: The Sweet Anthology?
Action: The Sweet Anthology has 32 tracks, running approximately 120 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Funny Funny 2:49
- 2 You’re Not Wrong For Loving Me 2:50
- 3 Coco 3:13
- 4 Alexander Graham Bell 2:57
- 5 Poppa Joe 3:12
- 6 Little Willy Standout 3:15
- 7 Wig Wam Bam 3:03
- 8 Blockbuster 3:16
- 9 Hellraiser 3:18
- 10 Ballroom Blitz Standout 4:03
- 11 Teenage Rampage 3:36
- 12 The Six Teens 4:04
- 13 Rebel Rouser 3:24
- 14 Turn It Down 3:28
- 15 AC/DC 3:26
- 16 Fox on the Run Standout 3:25
Disc 2
- 1 Action 3:45
- 2 Sweet F.A. 6:14
- 3 The Lies in Your Eyes 3:37
- 4 No You Don’t 4:32
- 5 4th of July 4:26
- 6 Lost Angels 4:04
- 7 Funk It Up (David’s Song) 3:32
- 8 Fever of Love 4:07
- 9 Stairway to the Stars 3:11
- 10 Love Is Like Oxygen (album version) 6:52
- 11 Cover Girl 3:35
- 12 California Nights 3:41
- 13 Call Me 3:41
- 14 Big Apple Waltz 4:03
- 15 Give the Lady Some Respect 3:27
- 16 Sixties Man 4:09
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
120 min 31 sec
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