Desolation Boulevard
The Sweet · 1974
43 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · glam rock · bubblegum music
A vibrant fusion of glam rock and bubblegum pop, bursting with catchy hooks and infectious energy.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs catchy hooks for group enjoyment infectious energy for parties
- Context
- Released in January 1974, 'Desolation Boulevard' was The Sweet's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Sweet Fanny Adams.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation as glam rock icons, blending hard rock with pop sensibilities and achieving commercial success.
- If you like
- hard rock, glam rock, bubblegum music
Desolation Boulevard is an album by The Sweet, released in 1974. A vibrant fusion of glam rock and bubblegum pop, bursting with catchy hooks and infectious energy. 'Desolation Boulevard' is significant for its chart performance, featuring the hit single 'Ballroom Blitz,' which became a defining anthem of the glam rock era. The album's blend of catchy melodies and rock elements helped solidify The Sweet's place in music history and influenced a generation of glam and punk rock artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Desolation Boulevard sound like?
A vibrant fusion of glam rock and bubblegum pop, bursting with catchy hooks and infectious energy. Rooted in hard rock and glam rock.
What makes Desolation Boulevard by The Sweet notable?
'Desolation Boulevard' is significant for its chart performance, featuring the hit single 'Ballroom Blitz,' which became a defining anthem of the glam rock era. The album's blend of catchy melodies and rock elements helped solidify The Sweet's place in music history and influenced a generation of glam and punk rock artists. Released in January 1974, 'Desolation Boulevard' was The Sweet's third studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Sweet Fanny Adams.' At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation as glam rock icons, blending hard rock with pop sensibilities and achieving commercial success.
Who is Desolation Boulevard for?
Desolation Boulevard works well if you're into steady mid-tempo sing-alongs, catchy hooks for group enjoyment and infectious energy for parties.
How many songs are on Desolation Boulevard?
Desolation Boulevard has 10 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ballroom Blitz Standout 4:06
- 2 The 6-Teens 4:05
- 3 No You Don’t 4:36
- 4 A.C.D.C Standout 3:28
- 5 I Wanna Be Committed 3:13
- 6 Sweet F.A. 6:15
- 7 Fox on the Run Standout 3:27
- 8 Set Me Free 3:59
- 9 Into the Night 4:25
- 10 Solid Gold Brass 5:35
Release Date
January 1, 1974
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
43 min 13 sec
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