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Action: The Sweet Anthology
Rock · 2009

Action: The Sweet Anthology

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"Action: The Sweet Anthology" is the definitive collection of 70s glam rock pioneers Sweet, showcasing their electrifying blend of hard rock riffs, irresistible pop hooks, and iconic layered vocal har

April 28, 2009 · Shout! Factory

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This is the sound of glitter, leather, and pure, unadulterated rock and roll swagger. "Action: The Sweet Anthology" is a high-octane trip through the 1970s, delivering a relentless barrage of anthemic choruses, driving guitar riffs, and those instantly recognizable, multi-layered vocal harmonies that defined glam rock. It's music designed for loud parties, open roads, and feeling utterly unstoppable. Own this if you want the essential, electrifying hits from a band that perfected the art of making rock both heavy and irresistibly catchy, a true soundtrack to defiance and celebration.

Moments Worth Listening For
The explosive drum intro and call-and-response vocals of "Ballroom Blitz" that immediately set a chaotic, celebratory tone.
The instantly recognizable synth hook and driving rhythm section that propel "Fox on the Run" into an undeniable earworm.
The siren sound effect and relentless, catchy chorus of "Block Buster!" which epitomizes early 70s glam rock's theatricality.
The heavy, insistent guitar riff and powerful, soaring vocals on "Action" showcasing the band's shift towards a harder rock sound.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

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