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Sweet
Desolation Boulevard - 50th Anniversary (Live & Demos)
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Find on DiscogsSound City Records
4/12/2025
About This Release
In celebration of its 50th anniversary, Desolation Boulevard marks the third studio album by British glam rock band The Sweet, originally released in the US in 1975. Recognized as one of their most iconic works, the album blends glam rock and hard rock elements, Desolation Boulevard captures The Sweet's vibrant energy, marked by memorable choruses, infectious hooks, and a distinct glam rock sound that helped shape the era. Classic tracks like "Set Me Free" and "Fox on the Run" are featured, both of which became defining hits for the band.This special edition includes newly uncovered recordings from guitarist Andy Scott's tape archives.
Track Listing
SIDE A
- 1 Ballroom Blitz (Berlin, DE - 05/16/
- 76) 2 The Sixteens (Live at Cologne, DE - 05/14/
- 76) 3 Turn It Down (Live at Cologne, DE - 05/14/
- 76) 4 Medussa (Andy Scott Demo) 5 Lady Starlight (Live in Kobe, JP - 08/28/
- 76)
SIDE B
- 1 Fox On The Run (Band Demo Outtake) 2 AC/DC (Live in Hamburg, DE - 05/11/
- 76) 3 Burn On The Flame (Andy Scott Demo) 4 Into The Night (Andy Scott Demo) 5 Set Me Free (Andy Scott Demo)