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# The Ultimate Sweet Fan Site

This is the home for all Sweet fans all over the world celebrating the Sweet legacy and supporting todays Sweet featuring Andy Scott.

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Archive](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/archive/) - The Sweet - News - Articles - Anecdotes - Stories - Fanclub - Fanbase - The Sweet Lodge - Community - Tour dates - Andy Scott biography
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Greg Lake](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-greg-lake/) - Chris Bradford and Andy Scott wrote the song "Famous Last Words" for The Album Manoeuvres, and both are on backing vocals for this particular song. Manoeuvres was Greg Lake’s second and final solo studio album, released in July 1983 on Chrysalis Records. It followed his 1981 self-titled solo debut and featured much of the same
- [The Album That Changed Everything](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-fanny-adams-2/) - When most people think of Sweet, they remember the glitter, the outrageous stage outfits, and chart-smashing hits like "Ballroom Blitz" and "Block Buster!" But in 1974, the band released an album that showed there was far more to them than glam-rock glamour. Sweet Fanny Adams was the moment Sweet stepped out from behind their hit
- [andy interview](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-interview/) - Andy Scott in conversation with Dave Sweetmore. Recorded and Broadcast December 2023 on Tameside Radio (Manchester)
- [A Classical Musician's First Listen and Analysis](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/a-classical-musicians-first-listen-and-analysis/) - A Classical Musician's First Listen and Analysis Love is like oxygen
- [Andy Scott: The Guitar Wizard Behind Sweet’s Glam Rock Sound](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-the-guitar-wizard-behind-sweets-glam-rock-sound/) - Discover Andy Scott Sweet's Glam Rock Legacy
- [New double disc vinyl!](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/new-double-disc-vinyl/) - This year RSD record store day sees the release of double disc vinyl version of Platinum Rare. Platinum Rare captures the four founding and original members of the legendary Glam/Hard Rock band The Sweet. This rare collection comes from the personal vault of Sweet lead guitarist Andy Scott. Sweet fans worldwide will be amazed by
- [Two Denmark gigs](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/two-denmark-gigs/) - Here's an expanded version: The two Danish shows were not only a celebration of Sweet's enduring catalogue of classic hits but also a reminder of the lasting friendships and connections that the band's music has created over the past five decades. From longtime fans reconnecting after half a century to fellow musicians sharing stories from
- [Andy Scott Sessions/KAIZOKU](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-kaizoku/) - This album features Andy as well as a whole host of British musicians playing on this studio project album created by Tak Yonemochi and Shigeo Nakajima from Japanese band AIR PAVILIO. It features amongst others:Lea Hart (FASTWAY), Chris O'Shaughnessy (TOMMY SHAW BAND), Paul DiAnno (ex-IRON MAIDEN, BATTLEZONE, KILLERS), Biff Byford (SAXON) and John Sloman (ex-LONE STAR,
- [Sweet will be back in Australia](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-will-be-back-in-australia/) - The Final Blitz Tour is officially announced. Tickets: https://metropolistouring.com/sweet-uk-2026/
- [All about Mick Stewart](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/all-about-mick-stewart/) - Mick Stewart’s career traces a fascinating path through the shifting landscape of British rock in the 1960s and beyond, beginning with his recruitment into the New Pirates in April 1966. His arrival came after bassist Nick Simper was alerted by organist Ray Soaper, who was then performing with Johnny Kidd. At the time, Kidd had
- [In memory of Steve Priest](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/in-memory-of-steve-priest/) - The outrageous Sweet bassist sadly passed away June 4th, 2020 Stephen Norman Priest was born in Hayes, Middlesex on 23 February 1948 He was cartoonish - once warned by David Bowie to tone down his makeup - and ‘built like a hod-carrier’, but Priest’s camped-up performances defined glam rock and no member of the Sweet embodied
- [Classic Rock Night](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/classic-rock-night/) - Classic Rock Night - Sweet will play at the Rosenheim Summer Festival on 12.7.2019 together with Uriah Heep and Nazareth.
- [100 years of Portmeirion](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/100-years-of-portmeirion/) - 🎉 100 Years of Portmeirion – A Celebration to Remember! 🎉 Join us for a spectacular celebration as we mark 100 years of Portmeirion with two unforgettable SWEET concerts! On the 11th and 12th of September, 2026, this historic village will be transformed into a musical paradise as the legendary Sweet take the stage. Experience
- [Andy  Scott interview with Uber Rock 2013](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-interview-with-uber-rock-2013/) - Andy Scott - Sweet - Uber Rock Interview ExclusiveWritten by Jim Rowland (C) Uber Rock The good people at Angel Air are ‘Sweet 16’ this year, and one of the things they are doing to celebrate is reissuing a couple of Sweet-related albums in the shape of Sweet’s ‘Live At The Marquee 1986’ and Sweet main
- [Sweet inspirations, five decades on – the Andy Scott interview](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-inspirations-five-decades-on-the-andy-scott-interview/) - Can it really be half a century since the pre-glam incarnation of The Sweet threw their first chord shapes, and 45 years since the era-defining ’Blockbuster’ saw the band in their pomp top the UK charts? What’s more, it’s been 55 years since Sweet guitarist Andy Scott’s first gig, back in his native Wrexham, North
- [Dawn Osborne interviews Andy Scott for Total Rock Radio](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/dawn-osborne-interviews-andy-scott-for-total-rock-radio/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ht1RHbt2gLc
- [Brian Connolly Jr](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/brian-connolly-jr/) - The son of Brian has a new glamrock show on the road - Get It On - and they are touring UK playing all the glamrock hits.
- [I have supported Wrexham Football Club all my life.](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/i-have-supported-wrexham-football-club-all-my-life/) - From the earliest memories of the Busby Babes coming to the Racecourse Ground in a 3rd round FA Cup match in 1957, a year later most were tragically lost in the Munich air crash, to many European Cup Winners Cup matches including another tie against Man Utd in 1992. The Mickey Thomas “Wonder” goal also
- [Music and Stories 2020](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/music-and-stories-2020/) - „Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex But Were Afraid to Ask “. The title of the Woody-Allen film is not the theme of this brand new, unprecedented event series, but it may apply a bit. The topic will naturally be mentioned during „Music & Stories“. After all, it's the seasoned rock stars from
- [The Man with the Golden Arm](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/the-man-with-the-golden-arm/) - In 1974, The Sweet stood at a crossroads — towering atop global fame while fracturing under the strain of their own identity. To the public, they were the glitter-drenched darlings of glam rock, famous for shimmering costumes and irresistibly catchy pop anthems. Behind the sequins, however, were four fierce musicians trapped in an image they’d
- [‘I’m not done yet’](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/im-not-done-yet/) - Sweet’s longest-serving member Andy Scott chats to Sophie Clarke about keeping the band’s legacy alive, and the “privilege” of performing at Belfast’s Ulster Hall next month By Sophie Clarke for Irish News. “Just because I’ve said I don’t want to do any more touring doesn’t mean I won’t do any more gigs,” clarifies Sweet guitarist
- [Andy Scott interview by Mike Ragogna](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-interview-by-mike-ragogna/) - MR: Andy, How the heck are you? AS: I'm absolutely fine, how's the weather? MR: Well, today it's a little rainy. AS: What you think of rain, we've had here...real rain, you know? MR: Oh, then you're calling from Britain? AS: Yes, definitely. MR: You're always on tour with The Sweet, aren't you. AS: Yeah, we tend to have hit into a
- [Sweet returning to Ayrshire](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-returning-to-ayrshire/) - Hold onto your glitter and brace for impact – The Sweet are storming back to Ayrshire for the first time since that night in Kilmarnock. Yes, THAT night. The now-mythical 1973 gig at The Grand Hall where chaos reigned, decibels soared, and a flying bottle sparked the birth of one of rock’s most iconic anthems: “Ballroom Blitz.” It was wild. It was
- [Interview by Dawn Osborne](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/interview-by-dawn-osborne/) - Sweet stole the show at Stonedead 2025 - Andy talks memories from way back when and what keeps him going strong today
- [Video from the Stonedead Festival](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/video-from-the-stonedead-festival/) - Sweet played at the Stonedead Festival - Set Me Free !
- [Video from the Wisbech gig](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/video-from-the-wisbech-gig/) - Sweet played at the Wisbech festival August 3rd, here's the full show recorded by Iain Richardson’s live scene.
- [2025 UK tour announced](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/2025-uk-tour-announced/) - This year, SWEET will, as usual, go on a UK tour at the end of the year, bringing their electrifying performances and classic hits to fans across the nation. This anticipated tour promises an exciting lineup of shows in various cities, allowing both old and new fans to experience the magic of live rock music.
- [Give Us A Wink](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/give-us-a-wink/) - The mere cover of this album draws the attention to the call in the title it is possible to make the cover wink with the quick pulling up and down of the inside cover (unfortunately those who have this album on CD cannot do it). But if after a short play with the cover one
- [Strung Up reflections](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/strung-up-reflections/) - Sweet looked like the result of a wild night in a drunken record company brainstorming session that posed the rhetorical question: "Where can we find a visually stunning group that will resonate with young girls, rock as boldly as Slade, play as heavy as Deep Purple's live 'Speed King' on the 'Encores' disc of 'Made
- [Strung Up](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/strung-up/) - This is a double album, whose first album includes recordings from the SWEET’s live gig in the Rainbow Theatre, London, 1973. It has thus pricinpal importance, because it was the first possibility to get acquainted with feeling of SWEET’s live gigs for the funs who have had no possibility to see SWEET in concerts upto
- [Release 'Platinum Rare 1' in May](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/release-platinum-rare-1-in-may/) - SWEET — one of the most legendary, influential, and enduring names in the history of rock music — will have the absolute collector's album "Platinum Rare 1" available in regular stores for the first time on May 23 via Metalville Records. This highly anticipated release is a significant event for both long-time fans and new
- [The History of "Fox on the Run" by Sweet: A Glam Rock Classic](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/the-history-of-fox-on-the-run-by-sweet-a-glam-rock-classic/) - Released in 1975, "Fox on the Run" became one of the most iconic songs by the British glam rock band Sweet. The track, with its infectious melody and hard-hitting energy, not only marked a pivotal moment in the band's career but also remains one of the defining anthems of the glam rock era. Origins and
- [Block Buster #1 in Jan 1973](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/block-buster-1-in-jan-1973/) - Released in 1973, "Block Buster!" became a number one hit in the UK, solidifying Sweet's status as major players in the glam rock scene. The song is known for its distinctive opening guitar riff, which bears a similarity to the riff from David Bowie's "The Jean Genie," though Sweet maintained it was unintentional. This captivating
- [Swedish Magazine Tiffany 1974](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/swedish-magazine-tiffany-1974/) - Tiffany had an article about Sweet - in Swedish, where they explored the band's unique sound and eclectic style, delving into their musical influences, the messages behind their lyrics, and the cultural impact they have had on the Swedish music scene. They also highlighted the band's members, their individual contributions, and how their collaborations led
- [Sweet poster almost fullsize](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-poster-almost-fullsize/) - This huge puzzle was published in the German magazine Bravo and covers a full size poster of Sweet when put together, showcasing the band's vibrant energy and iconic style in stunning detail. The intricate design challenges puzzlers of all ages, inviting them to experience the joy of assembling not only a beautiful image but also
- [Holder And Scott](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/holder-and-scott/) - A couple of years ago Andy went to a Music-Biz lunch and met quite a few contemporaries from his past including a certain Slade frontman!
- [UK Tour December 2024](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/uk-tour-december-2024-2/) - Message from Andy: Health is everything! After experiencing some challenging months filled with intense pain that kept me from walking, I’m excited to share that there is now a light at the end of the tunnel. I have a treatment plan in place, and while it means I must take some time to recuperate, I
- [Andy Scott/Elastic Band](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-elastic-band/) - The Elastic Band sprang back like a rubber chicken from the remains of The Silverstone Set. As the legends go, the night they opened for The Jimi Hendrix Experience in Manchester was a life-altering episode for Andy and Ted Yeadon—like discovering that pineapple really does belong on pizza! In May 1967, The Silverstone Set had
- [Australia Tour 2024](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/australia-tour-2024/) - Sweet embarked on an exhilarating tour across Australia in November 2024, igniting the stage with their electrifying performance, though Andy was absent due to illness. In his stead, Randall Waller rose magnificently to the occasion, captivating the audience with his incredible talent. Here’s a vibrant selection of pictures that captures the magic of this unforgettable
- [Most common Sweet songs - Lyrics](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/most-common-sweet-songs-lyrics/) - 4th Of JulyConnolly/Priest/Scott/Tucker The fool got up and hit my faceI couldn't make it to the doorI took a sip and drained the tapAnd life became a thing to stabAha I couldn't understand itMy days were in a dazeIs it bloody SundayI'd better save my prayersOh yeah, oh yeah And when the stars came downI
- [Blitzkrieg Bop](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/blitzkrieg-bop/) - A rare performance ! New York Connection Tour kickoff gig in Poland/Katowice Mega Club on the 28th February 2013 with Bruce Bisland on lead vocals.
- [Full Circle](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/full-circle/) - "So it begins"As we step on Hallowed GroundWhere the Ancient Kings were crowned"We carry on"And the firmament reboundsTo every blessed sound "Heroic Deeds"Fill the battlefields of redHeroes honoured all but dead"Deep in the Fire"Let the Phoenix rise againWith our ashes, we'll defend "Full circle full circle"What goes round comes around"Full circle full circle"Faster than the
- [Coming Home](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/coming-home/) - Communication, on this station, nothing's getting throughA satellite, thru the night, reaching out for youFantasies, galaxies, you're a supernovaCosmic love, my stardust, bring us a little closer WoooahI feel my heart is close to youWoooahLook out your window, see the stars and the moonAnd know that I will be home soonI'm coming home to you
- [Defender](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/defender/) - You've been through a rough patchGot no end in sightBig dents in your confidenceLost in a tunnel with no lightBad things come in 3'sBut now you're up to nineYa might've missed me standing hereAll this time Should you ever wonderIf there's someone in your cornerEvery time the storm hitsWhen you buckle underFrom the weight that's
- [Fire In My Heart](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/fire-in-my-heart/) - There's a fire in my heart burningDon't think you'll ever get away girlBetter be sure before you startIf the nights feel like days turningSo fast you think you'll get away girlRemember the fire in my heart Fire in my heartBurning flames inside of meFire in my heartBurning... There's a danger in my eyes shiningSo cold
- [Destination Hannover](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/destination-hannover/) - Sun goes down on Munich CityHear the cries of screaming fansHigh in the zoneRolling down an endless highwayOn our way to Deutschland freedomAll movin' on Destination HanoverHamburg and BerlinStuttgart, Frankfurt, MunichLet the games beginAaaa-ahhhh – Yeah... Sound of thunder in the distanceBlitz playing on the radioRide on til dawnAnother whiskey no resistanceJammin with the lights
- [Everything](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/everything/) - Life, life without your loveIs like a world without the sky aboveLike a rose needs the sun and the rainI need your love time and time again You are everything, everything I ever wantedYou are everything, but in a world without your loveIt means nothing, yeah Gold, held it in my handWithout you I'm a
- [Changes](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/changes/) - There's something in the air, kill or cureThe writing's on the wallAnd I don't feel so good anymoreThey'll catch me if I fall Help me, help me, help me through the stormTake me, take me, take me, make me strong Going through changes in my lifeGoing through changes in my life A watchman never talks,
- [Burning Like A Falling Star](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/burning-like-a-falling-star/) - It's getting harder, to join the dotted linesIt stares us in the face but we just can't read the signsLike walking on a beach and stepping on land minesLife is a detonator, for the latest great dictator It doesn't matter just how high we flyWe're always heading for a blood red sky Here we are,
- [Don't Bring Me Water](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/dont-bring-me-water/) - Never had time to cry wasn't the kind toWasn't of a mind to look at what I hadEvery time you tried you couldn't change meTold you I was crazy, told you I was bad You were learning turning into meWhen you played it your game was perfectGirl, you work it Don't bring me waterWhy don't
- [Circus](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/circus/) - All around people drive me mad like freaks in a traveling fairI can't take this pressure no more I feel like a dancing bear When I close my eyes then it all just disappears Life is a circus surrounded by clownsLife is a circus let's tear the big top down down down down...Tear it down
- [Rising Up](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/rising-up/) - Living from day to dayNow you're out of my lifeYou bet that I'd never make itAnd it cuts like a knife I know you gave up on meIt was so long agoWhen we met we were aiming so highBut it ended so low I was so lost and I felt sadThe things that you said
- [Destination Hannover #1 in the Heritage Charts](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/destination-hannover-1-in-the-heritage-charts/) - Thanks to everyone who voted for Sweet in the Heritage Charts and made Destination Hannover NUMBER 1
- [With Blackmore on stage](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/with-blackmore-on-stage/) - On March 24, 1976, glam rock icons Sweet performed the final show of the US leg of their Give Us A Wink world tour at the Civic Auditorium in Santa Monica, California, which held 3,000 people. This concert took place less than six weeks after the album's release. The event occurred just five days after
- [New album out on September 20th](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/new-album-out-on-september-20th/) - The new studio album “Full Circle” will be released on September 20, 2024 via Metalville Records. “Full Circle” will also be the last regular studio album. Tracklist: 01. Circus 02. Don't Bring Me Water 03. Burning Like A Falling Star 04. Changes 05. Defender 06. Everything 07. Destination Hannover 08. Rising Up 09. Fire In
- [New single out - Destination Hannover](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/new-single-out-destination-hannover/) - The well-known Sweet sound and harmonies - Sweet have done it again.
- [Understanding the Ballroom Blitz](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/understanding-the-ballroom-blitz/) - Rock music is often about performing it live. The showmanship is an integral part of its essence, especially during the '70s hard rock era, with bands wearing wild costumes and putting on elaborate stage shows. "The Ballroom Blitz" perfectly captures this, transforming the studio recording into a vivid experience of a live concert.
- [Andy's 75th birthday bash](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andys-75th-birthday-bash-3/) - On the 29th and 30th of June 2024 Andy's 75th birthday was celebrated at Portmeirion in Wales with fans coming from all over for two gigs and celebration events. Photos by Bruno Poiret.
- [Scars and Guitars podcast](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/scars-and-guitars-podcast/) - We discuss the tour, his perspectives on working with an emerging Iron Maiden, and Sweet's influence on extreme and heavy music and image trends.
- [Trying to push our own boundaries](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/trying-to-push-our-own-boundaries/) - The Sweet’s Andy Scott: “The thing about the ‘B’ sides was we were trying to push our own boundaries”… By Zentinel Daily - Leeno Dee Well…here I am so many years on from hearing Wig Wam Bam as a kid – which literally and instantly changed my life. I mean seriously, Sweet were my first cut. And now here
- [Top of the Pops, Feb 1st 1973](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/top-of-the-pops-feb-1st-1973/) - Blockbuster was no. 1 again
- [UK tour December 2024](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/uk-tour-december-2024/) - Just announced. Sweet will be touring UK again this December, check this out.
- [Andy's 75th Birthday Bash](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andys-75th-birthday-bash-2/) - Get ready for the celebration of the century as we mark Andy's 75th birthday with not one, but TWO Sweet shows at the enchanting Portmeirion in Wales!
- [Andy interview](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-interview-2/) - Andy Scott talks about Touring, Audiences, Childhood, First Record Bought, First Live Gig Seen, Jimi Hendrix Experience, Sweet, Marc Bolan, Traffic(band), TOTPs, The Jean Genie(track)/D.Bowie, USA, /Little Willie(track) and Ballroom Blitz(track). Interviewed By: Jackie Brambles
- [Andy's 75th Birthday Bash](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andys-75th-birthday-bash/) - Get ready for the celebration of the century as we mark Andy's 75th birthday with not one, but TWO Sweet shows at the enchanting Portmeirion in Wales! Save the dates: June 29 and 30! This promises to be an unforgettable event filled with music, laughter, friends, and joy. Stay tuned for more information in the
- [My Sweet story by Berit Åberg](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/my-sweet-story-by-berit-aberg/) - Thanks to Berit for the story and the pictures. I've been a Sweet fan since 1971. I remember when Co Co were played for the first time on Swedish radio. I was in the car with my parents. My dad were trying to be funny. He asked me if we had a cuckoo in the
- [Miniature albums](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/miniature-albums/) - Anybody interested in a set of these miniature albums? They are only 5x5 cm but very realistic. There are both front and back in a plastic cover and look-a-like vinyl inside. The 22 albums are all handmade and will be produced on demand only. Contact us here for further info. Price for a set of
- [Circus (Live)](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/circus-live/) - Have a listen to one of the new songs, Circus, from the forthcoming album, Full Circle. This recording is from the December 2023 UK tour. (C) Copyright Andy Scott
- [Andy chats to Loving80smusic](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-chats-to-loving80smusic/) - Andy Scott and Helen Barnes of Loving-80s-Music are chatting
- [Docken in Copenhagen  28.10.2023 by Per Jahnke](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/docken-in-copenhagen-28-10-2023-by-per-jahnke/) - All pics in this collage by Per Jahnke
- [Svedala, Sweden July 13, 2023](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/svedala-sweden-july-13-2023/) - DSC_2583DSC_2703DSC_2725DSC_2467DSC_2323DSC_2827DSC_2780DSC_2577DSC_2381DSC_2727DSC_2638DSC_2423DSC_2388DSC_2685DSC_2254DSC_2643DSC_2754DSC_2456DSC_2836DSC_2715DSC_2796DSC_2521DSC_2418DSC_2435DSC_2742DSC_2523DSC_2678DSC_2660DSC_2759DSC_2346DSC_2316DSC_2490DSC_2479DSC_2372DSC_2299DSC_2312DSC_2807DSC_2651DSC_2608DSC_2515DSC_2664DSC_2475DSC_2386DSC_2530DSC_2864DSC_2750DSC_2278
- [Docken in Copenhagen  28.10.2023 by Marie Kress](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/docken-in-copenhagen-28-10-2023/) - All pics in this collage by Marie Kress
- [A Shared Passion for Music](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/a-shared-passion-for-music/) - In the scorching heat of June 1996, the quaint town of Esbjerg, Denmark, became the epicenter of a musical extravaganza as the Esbjerg Rock Festival came to life. Among the myriad of iconic performances that graced the stage that year, one encounter backstage would be etched into the annals of rock history. Sweet, the glam
- [Phil Wainman talks about Sweet](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/phil-wainman-talks-about-sweet/) - Phil Wainman is a producer, songwriter, music publisher and drummer. In the late 60’s and 70’s Phil worked with The Boomtown Rats, The Yardbirds, Bay City Rollers and also worked with Mud, Generation X with Billy Idol, The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, XTC and the Sweet.
- [Sweet in Sweden](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-in-sweden/) - Sweet played in Svedala, Sweden July 13th, 2023
- [Let's get SWEET back to no. 1](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/lets-get-sweet-back-to-no-1/) - The new Sweet single "Changes" is currently no. 36 and deserves to be no. 1. Please vote for SWEET here: HERITAGE CHART and get SWEET back where they really belongs. "Changes" will be released on June 30th!
- [Brand new single out June 30th](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/brand-new-single-out-june-30th/) - The new single which will be released on 30th June it was given its first advanced airplay today by Mike Read. It has already hit the Heritage Chart at number 42. So please get voting at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/522BLGP. Mike will be playing the single again this week
- [Record Store Day - UK - April 22](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/record-store-day-uk-april-22/) - Record Store Day is the one day of the year when over 260 independent record shops all across the UK come together to celebrate their unique culture. Special vinyl releases are made exclusively for the day and many shops and cities host artist performances and events to mark the occasion. Thousands more shops celebrate the
- [Lee Small to release new studio album](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/lee-small-to-release-new-studio-album/) - The exceptional singer Lee Small (Phenomena, The Sweet, Lionheart, SHY) will release his new studio album “The Last Man on Earth” on May 26th, 2023, Metalville Records. Because of his melodic voice Lee Small is often compared to artists like Glenn Hughes, Bobby Bobby Kimball or Steve Walsh and belongs to the most established artists of the AOR scene.
- [In memory of Brian Connolly](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/in-memory-of-brian-connolly/) - Brian Connolly was born in Hamilton, Scotland on the 5th October 1945. He was adopted at the age of two and went by the name Brian McManus until he was 18, when he discovered that he was adopted and changed his surname to his mother´s, Connolly. He moved to Middlesex and joined Wainwright's Gentlemen, replacing
- [Andy Scott/Biography](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-biography/) - Formerly known as the website www.andyscott.info Andys first band was the The Rasjaks. The name was created after a suggestion, from his father Harry Scott, to find an anagram using the initials of each band member. The band played just 3 gigs! The first was at St Peter's Hall, Smithfield Road, Hightown, Wrexham in November
- [Woolleys Beat Interviews](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/woolleys-beat-interviews/) - Woolleys Beat interviews part 1 & 2
- [Andy Scott/The Silverstone Set](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-the-silverstone-set/) - When he joined The Silverstone Set in 1966, they were probably the most professional outfit in the North Wales Area. They were a six-piece band - a drummer who sang lead vocals, Andy was the bass player, a guitarist, Hammond Organ and two sax players - very much into soul music, Otis Redding, Joe Tex,
- [50th anniversary show 2018 in Berlin](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/50th-anniversary-show-2018-in-berlin/) - Sweet celebrated their 50th anniversary in Zitadelle, Berlin, Germany on June 9th 2018 with a spectacular show and guests like Doro, Marc Storace, Steve Mann and the team from Rock meets Classic family. The minutes just before Sweet go on stage, The Stripper intro and Hell Raiser. Filmed and copyrighted by Sweetlife
- [Sixty Years - The Andy Scott Solo Singles](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sixty-years-the-andy-scott-solo-singles/) - The Sweet team are celebrating 6 decades of the legend Andy Scott, “Sixty Years - The Andy Scott Solo Singles” anniversary edition is OUT NOW on all digital streaming platforms.
- [At The Beeb - The BBC Radio Sessions](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/at-the-beeb-the-bbc-radio-sessions/) - Remastered 2023 and 18 songs are ready for download
- [Lady Starlight](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/lady-starlight/) - A Andy Scott solo single When I wrote "Lady Starlight" for inclusion in the album "Desolation Boulevard", little did I realise that I would become the first member of Sweet to release a solo single. In fact I didn't really imagine that I would even sing it, after all Brian was the lead vocalist. Mike
- [The Contenders](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/the-contenders/) - Elastic Band played the band "The Bank of England Pop Group" in the TV mini series The Contenders from 1969 shown on UK TV.
- [New single out today](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/new-single-out-today/) - Official video for Sweet's brand new single "Don't Bring Me Water" out on January 6th 2023. "Don't Bring Me Water" will be released on the 6th January 2023. The song was recorded at the world renowned Real World Studios and Guitarist/Producer Andy Scott's own studio in Wiltshire. Scott said “the new release crosses musical boundaries fusing
- [An evening in conversation with Andy Scott](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/an-evening-in-conversation-with-andy-scott/) - Saturday 4 February, 7.00pm ​ BME are currently celebrating 70 years of the UK Singles Charts, and January 2023 marks 50 years since The Sweet stormed to the top of the charts with Block Buster! – one of the defining songs of the Glam era, and a truly great UK No.1. The Sweet would go
- [New single out soon !](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/new-single-out-soon/) - New single will be out Jan, 6th, 2023 - watch this space
- [The Stripper](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/the-stripper/) - by David Rose Sweet used to open their shows with this tune which continues straight into Hell Raiser. On some occasions it's still used - like on the 50th anniversary show 2018 in Berlin. Look out !!!! "The Stripper" is an instrumental composed by David Rose, recorded in 1958 and released four years later. It
- [Andy Scott/Solo releases](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-solo-releases/) - Andys solo career, such as it was, happened purely by accident. From 1974 - 1984 he released 5 singles in 10 years - the word is discerning or maybe lazy or possibly just very busy!
- [Andy Scott/The Strangers](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-strangers/) - And Andy remembers: "I was with them for a few months before I joined The Silverstones. We won a Battle of Bands which would lead to a record contract but 2 of the guys had good jobs and would not become professional so the band broke up. We had really good equipment though! The drummer
- [Aimez-Vous Les Yeux Noirs - Japan - 1976](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/aimez-vous-les-yeux-noirs-japan-1976/) - One of their best live performances took place in August 1976 in Nakano Sun Plaza Hall, Japan and the show was released on vinyl as "Aimez-Vous Les Yeux Noirs?" - which is very rare and hard to find. Here's "Yesterdays Rain": https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/02-Yesterdays-rain.mp3
- [Scrapbook](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/scrapbook/) - Thank you Gertie, who has sent in this 44 pages scrapbook which contains lots of clippings and articles from back then. Enjoy. Sweet Scrapbook
- [How Will SWEET Be Remembered?](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/how-will-sweet-be-remembered/) - Upcoming Premiere! Watch and chat live with other viewers as this upload is shown for the very first time. Martin Popoff & Reed Little join Grant for a discussion about the 1970's glam band Sweet! How will Sweet be remembered? Will they be remembered by future generations? Watch it here !
- [Announcing: Sweet – ‘Greatest Hitz!](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/greatest-hitz/) - The Best of Sweet 1969-1978’ ⚡ The release will be out on 7th October on 2LP transparent pink and purple vinyl and will also be available as 3CD 💿 It features all the band’s biggest hits and classic album tracks, as well as brand new liner notes by Dave Ling! Order here: https://BMG.lnk.to/sweetgreatesthitz6978IN
- [Everything at #2 for a second week](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/everything-at-2-for-a-second-week/) - Everything at #2 for a second week. Sweet in the 1970s had six number 2 records in the U.K. charts. Final push this week and we could be number 1 at Xmas !! Vote here: https://www.heritagechart.co.uk/chart-archive/week-12-december-2021
- [Andy interview on Outreach Radio](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-interview-on-outreach-radio/) - Listen to part 1 here: https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/20211120-Carl-R-U-Ready-2-Party-Part-1.mp3 and part 2 here: https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/20211120-Carl-R-U-Ready-2-Party-Part-2.mp3
- [New single - Set Me Free](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/new-single-set-me-free/) - SET ME FREE for Radio is released TODAY!! Get Sweet into the UK Charts again. SET ME FREE (Radio edit) OUT NOW Order it here: https://backl.ink/144488190 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jS6Ibp854ys
- [Recording in Isolation](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/recording-in-isolation/) - “Recording in Isolation has an array of technical obstacles to overcome - This album proves that with positive application it is not Impossible!” Here are two dates for the diary. * December 8th will be the digital release date of the single “Still Got the Rock”. * December 18th will be the digital release date
- [Paul Manzi & Lee Small - RockaFellas](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/paul-manzi-lee-small-rockafellas/) - RockaFellas sees the union of leading British Rock Vocalists; Paul Manzi (Sweet/ Arena/ Cats in Space) & Lee Small ( Sweet/ Lionheart/ Shy) joining together for two-man live online intimate performances of Classic Rock anthems. Friday, 4th December 2020, 19.30 GMT/ 20.30 CET/ 14.30 EDT Check it out here.
- [In memory of Mick Tucker](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/in-memory-of-mick-tucker/) - Mick died in hospital at 11.35am the 14th of February 2002. He had become unwell the Friday before and had informed friends he was going to see the doctor, but was then admitted to hospital on Saturday February 9th - a day we all remember, it being the anniversary of Brian's death. Unfortunately Mick's health
- [Andy Scott/The Forewinds](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-the-forewinds/) - The Forewinds was the first "pro" band that Andy played with. The manager was the father of the guitarist and he ran the band as if it was a business. This was his first taste of discipline within the music business but this would be of great value for the future. The two singers, Ken
- [Andy Scott/The Cool](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-the-cool/) - In late 1968, the Elastic Band wrote and recorded an album of vocal and instrumental tracks under the contractually anonymous pseudonym of The Cool. Although the tracks weren't made commercially available at the time, it was a useful experience for the band, providing a welcome injection of cash as well as the chance to plot
- [One year ago today ...](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/one-year-ago-today/) - ... Andy's 70th birthday bash took place. A day to remember.
- [Join The Sweet Lodge](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/join-the-sweet-lodge/) - The Sweet Lodge is a community for Sweet fans who want to discuss and collaborate on anything Sweet related. You can find it here on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSweetLodge/ Enjoy.
- [Bravo Posters](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/bravo-posters/) - These poster were published in the German Bravo magazines. Any missing?
- [Hammer To Fall - Isolation Jam](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/hammer-to-fall-isolation-jam/) - Featuring Paul Manzi, Brian May and the DP Family Allstars. Enjoy!
- [Andy's 70th birthday bash - Sweet in concert](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andys-70th-birthday-bash-sweet-in-concert/) - Andy's 70th birthday bash - "Three Score and Ten” - SWEET in Concert - June 28th, 2019 - (C) Respective owners (Bruno, Eileen, Tanti, Michael, Meurig etc.) I would like to thank everyone who attended my 70th Birthday Bash at Portmeirion and the special band of brothers who helped organise the event - Thank You!!
- [Andy’s 70th Birthday Bash - “Three Score and Ten”](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andys-70th-birthday-bash-three-score-and-ten/) - On 30th June this year Andy has a milestone birthday - 70!! He would like to share this with you so there will be an informal gig on 28th June somewhere very special in North Wales the country of his birth! The tickets will be limited to 150 only. 2019 - a special year for
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Sabre Jet](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-sabre-jet/) - Same Old Brand New, Delicious Records DEL 101, Tracks: Same Old Brand New / Never Trust A Blonde / Ramona / That's Not Really What Love's All About / No Justice / Getting By / Just Be true / Something I Can't Give Away / Pawn Shop / Rats / E2G / All Your Lovin' Produced
- [“We want Sweet, we want Sweet”](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/we-want-sweet-we-want-sweet/) - Posted On 23 Dec 2019 at 4:58 pm By : Nick Linazasoro Sweet live at the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea 21.12.19 Legendary 70’s glam rock icons Sweet offered up the perfect Christmas gift for their UK fans, with an 18-date nationwide tour, which tonight included a final night appearance in Sussex at the iconic De La Warr Pavilion. Sweet were
- [Being a Sweet fan !](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/being-a-sweet-fan/) - How it is to be a Sweet fan - from various perspectives.
- [Sweet New Year](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-new-year/) - The editors wish everyone a Sweet New Year! In 2020 this site will be improved a lot so stay tuned and don't forget to sign up for any updates. You shouldn't miss anything, right ?
- [Lift Off With Ayshea - Lost videos.](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/lift-off-with-ayshea-lost-videos/) - An extremely rare find. Sweet clips from the show "Lift Off With Ayshea" from 1972. Not the best quality but hey, it's finally there.
- [A very Merry Christmas to Sweet aficionados everywhere.](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/a-very-merry-christmas-to-sweet-aficionados-everywhere/) - Well, 2019 has been a year of upheaval for most of us. I refuse to use the “B” word! During the summer Sweet had two long term members leave the band in fairly quick succession which left a Herculean task ahead of us (Biz and Wiz that is). The “light bulb” moment happened when we
- [Live and lethal 2019 CD](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/live-and-lethal-2019/) - Catch this Fantastic Live CD of the NEW line up!! Now Available on HSH!(and at the same price as on the tour...) www.thesweet.com/hsh
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Angel](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-angel/) - The glam-rock band Angel was a concept from Andy Scott and Mick Tucker. The band was formed in 1974 from the members of Pebbles. Angel released 2 singles through Polydor and both compositions were written by Andy Scott who co-produced them with Mick Tucker. The singles were: "Good Time Fanny" and "Little Boy Blue".
- [Gig review Copenhagen](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/gig-review-copenhagen/) - by Jan Skov Petersen Sweet in Docken, Copenhagen on November 2, 2019 Last night Sweet played one hell of a show in Docken, Copenhagen. This was only the second show for this lineup. But you couldn’t see (or hear) that.They were so tight that one would imagine they had been together for several years. And
- [New man onboard - Paul Manzi](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/new-man-onboard-paul-manzi/) - Paul Manzi is an exceptionally talented vocalist/musician who has been standing in with Sweet recently therefore he was the obvious choice to continue with the high standards that this band has set. Pete will be leaving Sweet after the “Still Got the Rock 2019” Tour in May. This was a very difficult decision and has
- [New man onboard - Lee Small](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/new-man-onboard-lee-small/) - Tony has left Sweet. A month ago Tony handed in his notice to quit Sweet citing personal family reasons. We were unsure how to deal with his request as it had happened previously. This time however it was serious and though difficult, we have had to make changes to move forward. We respect his decision
- [Pictures from Rock Meets Classic 2019](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/pictures-from-rock-meets-classic-2019/) - Andy Scott and Pete Lincoln were invited to perform on the 10th anniversary tour for Rock Meets Classic for celebrating Sweets 50th anniversary.
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Sussex](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-sussex/) - Andy produced their only album "Ends And Means" from this little known band Sussex.
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Paddy Goes To Holyhead](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-paddy-goes-to-holyhead/) - In the beginning of the 80's Andy produced some demos for a NWOBHM band called Weapon who were fronted by Danny Hynes. Later in the mid 80's he formed a new band called Paddy Goes To Holyhead. He got up and play with them occasionally. This lead to Andy producing and playing on some songs including a single.
- [Bravo Magazines](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/bravo-magazines/) - Sweet were on the German Bravo magazines frontpage several times. All pictures are copyrighted by Bravo.
- [The best songwriters in the world](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/were-absolutely-obsessed-with-being-the-best-songwriters-in-the-world-within-our-own-field/) - "We are absolutely obsessed with being the best songwriters in the world" - interviewed in 1974 by Nigel Thomas Nowadays there's a small group of people who seem to have been handed a season ticket for that Golden Three enclosure. The Sweet. Slade, Suzi Quatro, Mud and even the unutterable Alvin Stardust sail gently into
- [Is it finally time to give them the credit they deserve?](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/the-sweet-is-it-finally-time-to-give-them-the-credit-they-deserve/) - By Dave Ling October 25, 2017 From Little Willy to a six-foot, confetti spewing penis, The Sweet had it all... except for the credibility they craved. Were these critically derided glam tarts really rock gods after all? “We were like four dissipated old whores, mincing about on Top Of The Pops and churning out computerised pop, just being as
- [With Status Quo in Holland](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/with-status-quo-in-holland/) - Sweet are off to the Netherlands for Strijen Rocks on the 14th June with Status Quo
- [Andy Scott Sessions/G.O.S.H.](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-g-o-s-h/) - This was recorded in 1987 to support a charity in aid of babies and children of the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, UK. Andy Scott appear on vocals on this single along with Noddy Holder, Jimmy Nail, Danny Hynes, Mal McNulty, Bernie Shaw, Phil Lanzon, Boy George etc.
- [Andy Scott Sessions/A II Z](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-a-ii-z/) - A II Z was a heavy metal band founded in 1979 who released two singles produced by Andy Scott. The two singles were: "No Fun After Midnight" and "I'm The One Who Loves You".
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Monroes](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-monroes/) - The Monroes was a Norwegian rock duo that held significant popularity in Norway in the 1980s and Andy played guitar on their 1985 album Face Another Day.
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Breathe](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-breathe/) - Chris Bradford and Andy Scott are on backing vocals on the songs "Hands to Heaven" And "If I Fall". Andy also played guitar on one of the songs on the "All That Jazz" album.
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Robert Lloyd](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-robert-lloyd/) - Robert Lloyd is the lead singer with The Nightingales and formerly with The Prefects. When The Nightingales split in 1986, Lloyd embarked on a solo career, signing to Virgin Records in 1989 and releasing the album Me and My Mouth. The album featured Steve Nieve and Pete Thomas (of The Attractions), Andy Scott and Craig
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Tacye](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-tacye/) - Andy played guitar on Tacye's version of Love Is Like Oxygen from 1991. Tacye continues: "Cool! I hadn't heard that for ages and it was really good to re-visit the recording. Andy was a star through out the whole process."
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Jim Keays](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-jim-keays/) - Andy co-produced two singles for Jim and he also played guitar and sang backing vocals on them.
- [Andy Scott Sessions/True Brits](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-true-brits/) - On this record - Ready to Rumble - meant for the Japanese market, Andy plays additional guitars and sing backing vocals.
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Ole Evenrude](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-ole-evenrude/) - Ole Evenrude's debut album This Ole Town was produced by Geoff Downes. Mick Tucker & Andy Scott did the backing vocals along with Stevie Lange who of course appeared on the Sweets Level Headed Album. Mick also plays the drums on this album. Mick Tucker, Mal McNulty and Andy worked on the Idolator album at
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Sha-Boom](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-sha-boom/) - The Party Rockers SHA-BOOM covered SWEET's 'Fox On The Run' for their 1988 debut 'R.O.C.K'. Andy was also on hand to add some authenticity acting as producer and he also tackled production for the follow up, 1990's 'Let's Party', which included Ole Evenrude on backing vocals.
- [Andy Scott Sessions/Suzi Quatro](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions-suzi-quatro/) - In 2006 Steve Grant and Andy worked with Suzi Quatro, writing, playing and producing some songs on her album "Back To The Drive". Back To The Drive Track list: Back To The Drive, 15 Minutes Of Fame, Duality, I Don't Do Gentle, I'll Walk Through The Fire With You, Wasted Moments, Rockin' In The Free
- [The QSP project](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/the-qsp-project/) - Quatro, Scott & Powell (QSP) is a joint venture founded in the very heart of glam rock, bringing together the combined forces of 3 legends of rock ‘n’ roll with Suzi Quatro on vocals and bass guitar, Andy Scott of The Sweet on vocals and guitar and Don Powell from Slade on drums. The 1st album
- [Sweet, Suzi Quatro and Shane Richie](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-suzi-quatro-and-shane-richie/) - Sweet, Suzi Quatro and Shane Richie performing Ballroom Blitz on 21 November 2014 at the BA Concorde Club for British Airways charity Flying Start.
- [New book - 50th anniversary](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/new-book-50th-anniversary/) - Rufus Publications is proud to announce the publication of photographer Dick Barnatt’s visual record of the band, The Sweet. Buy it here: http://www.rufuspublications.com/rufusbooks/thesweet
- [Off The Record](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/off-the-record/) - Released in 1976, this is probably my favourite Sweet album. It was released in 1976 and was the follow up to 'Give us a wink' The review is divided into my usual three parts, my initial reaction, what I think of it now and my best attempt at an objective summary. Sweet in the UK
- [Andy Scott/The Scaffold](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-the-scaffold/) - The Scaffold were Mike McGear, John Gorman & Roger McGough they performed a mixture of comic songs, comedy sketches and the poetry of McGough, Which can be heard on their 1968 live album, they also released a number of singles on Parlophone and EMI between 1966 and 1971. Since none of the Scaffold were musicians
- [Andy Scott/Mayfields Mule](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-mayfields-mule/) - The band were: Chris Mayfield, Wendy Grant, Mike Scott, Pete Saunders, Sean Jenkins, Andy Scott.
- [Brian Connollys band members](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/brian-connollys-band-members/) - 1979: Brian Connolly Band:Brian Connolly, Brian Willoughby (guitar), John Verity (guitar), Dave Lambert (guitar), Chas Cronk (bass), Tony Fernandez (drums) 1982: Brian Connolly Band:Brian Connolly, Brian Willoughby (guitar), John Verity (guitar), Rod Argent (keyboard), Dave Wintour (bass), Robert Henrit (drums) 1983: Brian Connolly Band:Brian Connolly, Clive Barrett (guitar), John Verity (guitar), Terry Utley(bass), Steve Rodford
- [Andy Scott/The Missing Links](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-the-missing-links/) - Andy was about fifteen when he joined his first "Rock" band, The Missing Links. They were basically a rhythm and blues band covering everything from Chuck Berry to the Rolling Stones. The music was louder, brasher and to use an expression of the era - "cool". Looking back at the photos he can categorically say
- [A tribute to Cozy Powell](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/a-tribute-to-cozy-powell/) - An unforgettable tribute to Cozy Powell on what would've been his 71st Birthday. Various rock stars were out in their abundance to pay tribute to Cozy's fondly remembered contributions to Rainbow, MSG, Whitesnake and Black Sabbath. Full kudos to drummers Russell Gilbrook, Mike Terrana, Bob Richards, Harry James and Ted McKenna who did a sublime
- [Rock meets classic 2019](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/rock-meets-classic-2019/) - Andy Scott and Pete Lincoln are invited to perform on the 10th anniversary tour for Rock Meets Classic for celebrating Sweets 50th anniversary. Read more on the official website.
- [Last show the UK Christmas Tour](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/last-show-the-uk-christmas-tour-in-hull-the-welly-22nd-dec-2018/) - Here's a few pictures from the last show of the UK Christmas Tour in Hull @ The Welly (22nd Dec 2018) (C) Petra Bar Tels
- [The site is being revamped](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/the-site-is-being-revamped/) - As you can see, this site has been slightly changed. The old one was build on a platform that couldn't be updated any longer, so I took the decision to close it down and build a new one. The new one will be much more flexible and will fit onto all kind of screen sizes,
- [Why did Brian leave Sweet](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/why-did-brian-leave-sweet/) - On 23rd February 1979 it was announced that Brian Connolly had left Sweet, to pursue a solo career. It came as quite a shock for many fans. Connolly and the Sweet had just had a top ten single in the UK with ‘Love Is Like Oxygen’, their album Level Headed made the top sixty and
- [Sweet was born](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-was-born/) - by Frank Torpey My first band in 1962 was an instrumental group mainly Shadows, myself, Mick Tucker (drums), John Neighbor (bass) and Fred G (guitar). Next band 1963 /64 Dino and the Diamonds semi pro outfit. We worked fairly decent venues. We supported Shane Fentone, The Hollies (just one look no1 in the charts) The
- [Gotta See Jane](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/gotta-see-jane/) - A Andy Scott solo single In 1982 Sweet was, to put it bluntly, "Resting". Steve was now spending all of his time in New York and really did not want to be in England and Mick was coming to terms with life after the death of his first wife, Pauline. I was doing what I
- [Merry X-Mas](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/merry-x-mas/) - Andy Bruce Tony and Pete wish Sweet fans everywhere a Very Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year.
- [Top Of The Pops](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/top-of-the-pops/) - Song Date Presenter Type Still exist Funny Funny 1st April, 1971 Tony Blackburn Performance No Funny Funny 8th April, 1971 Jimmy Savile Performance No Co-Co 17th June, 1971 Jimmy Savile Performance Yes Co Co 17th June, 1971 Jimmy Savile Performance Yes Co-Co 1st July, 1971 Jimmy Savile Repeat Performance Yes Alexander Graham Bell 7th October,
- [Open letter from Nicola Connolly](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/open-letter-from-nicola-connolly/) - 20th August 1997. Open Letter to Sweet Fans I believe that this letter is to be published in various Sweet Fan magazines. Firstly, I would like to thank everyone for letters, cards and messages of goodwill following the news of my father's passing. Special thanks to all who attended the funeral service at Denham and
- [Re-release of Andy Scotts Solo Album](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/re-release-of-andy-scotts-solo-album/) - Andy's Solo CD is to be re-released with new tracks added. Release date: 5th of August 2013. Label: Angel Air. It all began with a song Andy had written called ‘Lady Starlight’, which was composed for inclusion on Sweet’s celebrated ‘Desolation Boulevard’ album. Producer Mike Chapman loved Andy’s vocal, but given that Brian Connolly was (at the
- [The American Dream](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/the-american-dream/) - In America, however, the Sweet are still a singles act and still largely Chinn/Chapman. They left Bell when their contract expired in June and recently released their first Capital album, Desolation Boulevard, another compilation LP. Five of the ten tracks are Chinn/Chapman compositions. "Capital picked the songs for the album," says Priest. "If we'd had
- [British expressions - Sweet Fanny Adams](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/british-expressions-sweet-fanny-adams/) - It means, essentially, f*** all, and though it sounds delightful, it has a dark historical origin: Fanny Adams was a real person, a child who was murdered and dismembered in 1867; she was nicknamed "Sweet Fanny Adams" during her murderer's trial and execution because of her youth and innocence. Not long after, the Royal Navy
- [Sweet recreate their glorious past](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-recreate-their-glorious-past/) - In the span of one year, the guitarist-led Sweet collective served up a covers set, "New York Connection", and follow it with a concert reconstruction of the original ensemble’s seminal album. Released under two titles and with two different artworks, this album reflects the dichotomy of “Boulevard”, which was all new in Europe but comprised
- [I wore a crown then began to frown](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/i-wore-a-crown-then-began-to-frown/) - Andy was invited to sit on the Gibson Throne at NAMM January 2015 in Los Angeles.
- [Cut Above The Rest](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/cut-above-the-rest/) - So there were 20 months between the albums Level Headed and Cut Above The Rest, punctuated by two failed singles both released well over a year after 'Oxygen'. This means that the first point to make is that any momentum generated by 'Oxygen's' success had gone. This delay may have been unavoidable but meant that
- [Waters Edge](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/waters-edge/) - I discovered this record completely by accident. One summer's day, bored and waiting for a girlfriend to finish her holiday job, I dropped into Virgin Records. This, for those who haven't heard of it is a huge record shop in central London. Virgin used to have a list of newly released and soon to be
- [Sweet Fanny Adams](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/sweet-fanny-adams/) - It is the first true album of the SWEET that was released in early spring of 1974. It has particular importance, since at last the band that languished in the producers’ cramp and were condemned to make single hits that were forced down their throats got possibility to make an album. Upto then, SWEET has
- [Level Headed](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/level-headed/) - This is without doubt the most distinctive album Sweet ever produced. It is both very varied in itself and very different from almost anything that they had released before. In a lot of ways it was Sweet taking a risk. Not surprisingly, judging by my unscientific study of the Sweet message boards, there is a
- [Desolation Boulevard](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/desolation-boulevard/) - This album that was released in early autumn of 1974 is one of the best albums ever made in rock music. As also its title shows – that is supposed to invoke Bob Dylan’s song, Desolation Row – its main topic is the disappointment, desolation and bereft of hope of people. As compared to its predecessor, Sweet Fanny

## Pages

- [🎸The Ultimate Sweet Site - Official Fan Site 🎸](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/) - SWEET is a National Treasure, a British Rock Music Phenomena that has taken every continent by storm for five decades | The Ultimate Sweet Fan Site | Andy Scott
- [Timeless photos](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/timeless-photos/) - Discover the Art of Timeless Photography
- [Webmasters Sweet gigs](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/webmasters-sweet-gigs/)
- [Andy Scott Sessions](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/andy-scott-sessions/) - Andy Scott Sessions/A II Z A II Z was a heavy metal band founded in 1979 who released two singles produced by Andy Scott. The two singles were: “No Fun After Midnight” and “I’m The One Who Loves You”. Andy Scott Sessions/Angel The glam-rock band Angel was a concept from Andy Scott and Mick Tucker.
- [Charts](https://sweet.thesweetweb.com/charts/) - Sweet have had many chart busters back then ..
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