Live at the Rainbow 1973
The Sweet · 1999
72 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · glam rock · bubblegum music
A vibrant showcase of glam rock energy, blending catchy hooks with raucous live performances.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic live performance energy catchy sing-along anthems wave-like pacing with peaks
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Live at the Rainbow 1973' captures The Sweet during their peak in the early 1970s, shortly after their breakthrough album 'Desolation Boulevard'. This live recording also serves as a nostalgic reminder for fans after the band's initial split in 1981, reintroducing their flamboyant stage presence and infectious sound to a new generation.
- If you like
- hard rock, glam rock, bubblegum music
Live at the Rainbow 1973 is an album by The Sweet, released in 1999. A vibrant showcase of glam rock energy, blending catchy hooks with raucous live performances. This album highlights The Sweet's influence on the glam rock movement, showcasing their ability to blend pop sensibilities with hard rock. It received positive reviews from critics upon release, who praised its energetic performances and served as a testament to the band's legacy, contributing to the resurgence of interest in glam rock in the late '90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live at the Rainbow 1973 sound like?
A vibrant showcase of glam rock energy, blending catchy hooks with raucous live performances. Rooted in hard rock and glam rock.
What makes Live at the Rainbow 1973 by The Sweet notable?
This album highlights The Sweet's influence on the glam rock movement, showcasing their ability to blend pop sensibilities with hard rock. It received positive reviews from critics upon release, who praised its energetic performances and served as a testament to the band's legacy, contributing to the resurgence of interest in glam rock in the late '90s. Released in 1999, 'Live at the Rainbow 1973' captures The Sweet during their peak in the early 1970s, shortly after their breakthrough album 'Desolation Boulevard'. This live recording also serves as a nostalgic reminder for fans after the band's initial split in 1981, reintroducing their flamboyant stage presence and infectious sound to a new generation.
Who is Live at the Rainbow 1973 for?
Live at the Rainbow 1973 works well if you're into dynamic live performance energy, catchy sing-along anthems and wave-like pacing with peaks.
How many songs are on Live at the Rainbow 1973?
Live at the Rainbow 1973 has 14 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:37
- 2 Hell Raiser 3:36
- 3 Burning / Someone Else Will 5:53
- 4 Rock ’n’ Roll Disgrace 4:24
- 5 Wig Wam Bam Standout 3:05
- 6 Need a Lot of Loving 2:57
- 7 Done Me Wrong Alright 7:59
- 8 You’re Not Wrong for Loving Me 3:19
- 9 The Man With the Golden Arm 13:02
- 10 Little Willy 4:40
- 11 Teenage Rampage Standout 3:35
- 12 Rock ’n’ Roll Medley: Keep on Knockin’ / Shakin’ All Over / Lucille / Great Balls of Fire / Reelin’ and Rockin’ / Peppermint Twist-Shout 8:28
- 13 Ballroom Blitz Standout 4:27
- 14 Blockbuster 5:31
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
72 min 33 sec
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