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Sweet Off The Record CD

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This CD contains two non-LP B-sides which were mastered from scratchy vinyl.

After the international success of the self-produced "Fox on the Run," Sweet broke away from songwriters Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman in an attempt to shake their "pop puppets" and took a stab at conquering the hard rock album market. Sadly, a lot of their post-hit singles period output lacked the tight songwriting and hooks that made them famous, and this problem is in evidence on Off the Record. The band's musical approach seems schizophrenic on this album: songs like "Windy City" and "Live for Today" attempt a tough sound built on gritty lyrics and heavy guitar riffs, but this approach is undone by the overt slickness of the production, which tarts everything up with Queen-style harmonies and thickly-layered synthesizers that would feel more at home on a prog rock album. There is also an awkward attempt in creating a dance music track in "Funk It Up," which starts with a ham-fisted attempt at a funk rock groove and devolves into a series of repetitive disco-style chants. Despite this confused approach, some solid songs occasionally shine through: "Fever of Love" is a likable rocker built on an effective blend of guitars and synthesizers that sports a catchy chorus worthy of their hits, and "Midnight to Daylight" is a stomping rocker that sports heavy riffs worthy of Black Sabbath. However, moments like these are few and far between on Off the Record, making this an album that's only really suited to Sweet completists. ~ Donald A. Guarisco

Remastered & repackaged reissue of 1977 album includes eight bonus tracks, 'A Distinct Lack Of Ancient', 'Funk It Up' (Disco Mix), 'Stairway To The Stars', 'Why Don't You Do It To Me', 'Midnight To Daylight' (Extended), 'Lost Angels' (Demo Version), 'She Gimme Lovin'' (Demo Version - Previously Unreleased), & 'Hard Times' (Alternative Version - Previously Unreleased). BMG. 2005.

Sweet: Andy Scott (vocals, guitar, keyboards, synthesizer); Steve Priest (vocals, harmonica, bass guitar); Mick Tucker (vocals, percussion); Brian Connolly (vocals).
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List Price $17.98 (You save $4.69)
Category Rock/Pop Albums, Rock CDs, Oldies, Glam, Bubble Gum
Label BMG (distributor)
Orig Year 1977
All Time Sales Rank   16317  
CD Universe Part number 6812885
Discs 1
Release Date Jan 17, 2005
Studio/Live Studio
Mono/Stereo Stereo
Personnel Andy Scott - vocals, guitar, keyboards, synthesizer
Brian Connolly - vocals
Mick Tucker - vocals, percussion
Steve Priest - vocals, harmonica, bass guitar
Additional Info Import; Remastered
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Windows MediaRealAudio Media1.Fever of Love  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media2.Lost Angels  $0.99
Windows MediaRealAudio Media3.Midnight to Daylight  
Windows MediaRealAudio Media4.Windy City  
Windows MediaRealAudio Media5.Live For Today  
Windows MediaRealAudio Media6.She Gimme Lovin'
Windows MediaRealAudio Media7.Laura Lee
Windows MediaRealAudio Media8.Hard Times
Windows MediaRealAudio Media9.Funk It Up  
Windows MediaRealAudio Media10.Distinct Lack of Ancient, A - (bonus track)
Windows MediaRealAudio Media11.Funk It Up - (Disco mix, bonus track)  
Windows MediaRealAudio Media12.Stairway to the Stars - (bonus track)  
Windows MediaRealAudio Media13.Why Don't You Do It to Me - (bonus track)
Windows MediaRealAudio Media14.Midnight to Daylight - (extended version bonus track)  
Windows MediaRealAudio Media15.Lost Angels - (demo version bonus track)  
Windows MediaRealAudio Media16.She Gimme Lovin' - (previously unreleased, alternate take, bonus track)
Windows MediaRealAudio Media17.Hard Times - (previously unreleased, alternate take, bonus track)

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Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars) 5 stars

5 stars An overlooked achievement...
Sandwiched between hits like 'Action' and 'Love is like Oxygen'..this album has alot to offer. There are some killer tracks and Brian Connolly was at the top of his game on this one. The Remastered version is certainly worth the price!!
Submitted by Norm (West Coast, Canada) Verified Buyer
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5 stars One Of Their Best
I realy love every Sweet's album, but this is the perfect example how to mix heavy riffs and pop melody. Great work!
Submitted by johnynek (Parník, Czech Republic)
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