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The Sweet - The Definitive Collection
Collection of live (lip synced and live) performances of Sweets greatest hits. The first half of the DVD is the current lineup lip syncing classic tracks. Since most of the original lineup is gone or dead, lip syncing is the only way to re-create the original sound. The second half of the DVD is the original 16mm clips of the original band. Running time is 80 minutes, and features the following tracks: Introduction Hellraiser Blockbuster Fox on the run Medley: Wig wam bam Little willy Sweetlive Crazy Airheads Do it all over again Never say forever Medley Co-co Funny funny Poppy Joe The Sixteens Poppa Joe Ballroom Blitz The Sixteens Action The lies in your eyes Fever of love
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Plot Summary
This release is a comprehensive compilation album featuring the greatest hits and key tracks by the British glam rock band Sweet. It chronicles their rise to fame in the early 1970s with a string of chart-topping singles and their evolution through various musical styles. The collection serves as a definitive overview of their career, showcasing their infectious melodies, hard-rocking edge, and enduring popularity.
Critical Reception
As a compilation album, critical reception focuses on its scope and the quality of the remastering. 'The Definitive Collection' is generally praised for its thoroughness, presenting Sweet's most iconic songs in one place and offering a strong overview of their musical output. Reviewers often highlight the band's significant contribution to glam rock and pop music, noting the timeless appeal of their hits.
What Reviewers Say
An excellent collection for fans and newcomers alike, capturing the essence of Sweet's chart success.
Features many of the band's essential and influential glam rock anthems.
A well-curated retrospective showcasing Sweet's knack for catchy hooks and energetic performances.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this compilation typically praise its comprehensive nature, highlighting the inclusion of all major hits and fan favorites. Listeners appreciate the opportunity to revisit the energetic and iconic sound of Sweet, often citing nostalgia and the lasting quality of the band's songwriting.
Awards & Accolades
N/A (Compilation Album)
Fun Fact
The song 'Ballroom Blitz' was famously sampled by the hip-hop group Beastie Boys in their 1994 track 'Sabotage'.
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