The Sweet, often referred to as Sweet, is a seminal British glam rock band that rose to worldwide fame in the 1970s. Formed in London in 1968, the original lineup consisted of lead vocalist Brian Connolly, bassist Steve Priest, guitarist Andy Scott, and drummer Mick Tucker. The band was part of the glam rock movement, known for their flamboyant outfits and theatrical live performances, but they also possessed a hard-edged sound that would lay down the groundwork for future rock genres.

Their breakthrough came after teaming up with songwriters Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, who crafted a string of hits that dominated the charts. With a lineup of infectious, high-octane hits like "Ballroom Blitz," "Blockbuster," and "Teenage Rampage," The Sweet created a sound that was both unmistakably theirs and quintessentially glam. Despite internal tensions and Connolly's departure in 1979, the band continued with various lineups. Over the years, their music has been rediscovered and celebrated by new generations, cementing The Sweet's legacy as one of the defining acts of their era, with their blend of tuneful pop and heavy rock influencing countless musicians who followed in their platform-booted footsteps.