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The Story Behind “Fox on the Run” — Sweet’s Biggest Global Hit

Released in 1974 (and re-recorded in 1975 for their international audience), “Fox on the Run” by Sweet became one of the defining songs of the glam rock movement. Written by…
Posted by old November 5, 2025
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“The Ballroom Blitz”: The Wild Energy of Sweet’s Glam Rock Classic

Released in September 1973, “The Ballroom Blitz” by Sweet is one of the most iconic songs of the glam rock era. Written and produced by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman,…
Posted by old November 5, 2025
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Why “Queen Bee” Deserves a Place Among Middle Of The Road’s Greatest Hits

By the mid-1970s, Middle Of The Road had already built a strong reputation with sunny pop hits like “Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep” and “Soley Soley.” But “Queen Bee” showed a…
Posted by old November 3, 2025
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How “Coz I Luv You” Turned Slade into Glam Rock Icons

When Slade burst onto the British music scene in the early ’70s, their loud, stomping energy and unapologetic working-class charm made them impossible to ignore. But before they became glam…
Posted by old November 3, 2025
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From Bubble-Pop Hooks to Heartfelt Harmonies: “Love Sweet Love” Explored

Released in the early 1970s, “Love Sweet Love” by Scottish pop group Middle of the Road stands out as a bright, melody-rich track showcasing their signature harmonies and accessible pop…
Posted by old November 2, 2025
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Slade’s Comeback Classic: Why “My Oh My” Still Inspires Generations

Released in November 1983, “My Oh My” by Slade stands as one of the band’s most emotional and universally loved hits. Known for their high-energy glam rock anthems like Cum…
Posted by old November 2, 2025
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From “Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep” to “Yellow Boomerang”: The Evolution of Middle of the Road

Released in February 1973, “Yellow Boomerang” is a single by the Scottish pop group Middle of the Road. The song was written by the Italian songwriting duo Giosy and Mario…
Posted by old October 31, 2025
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From Glam Rock Kings to Christmas Legend: The Story of Slade’s Big Gamble

“Merry Xmas Everybody” by Slade stands as one of the most recognisable Christmas songs in British pop history. With chart-topping credentials already under their belt earlier that year, Slade took…
Posted by old October 31, 2025
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When The Rubettes Traded Doo-Wop Glam for Tragedy: The Story of “Under One Roof”

"British pop-glam outfit The Rubettes undertook one of their boldest artistic moves with the release of “Under One Roof”. The band—initially known for their throw-back doo-wop stylings, trademark white suits…
Posted by old October 29, 2025
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Foot-Stomps, Hand-Claps and Mayhem: How Slade Captured the Madness

"“Mama Weer All Crazee Now” is a high-octane rock anthem from British band Slade, featured on their third studio album Slayed?. Written by lead vocalist Noddy Holder and bassist Jim…
Posted by old October 29, 2025

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