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"Block Buster!" (also sometimes listed as "Blockbuster!") is a 1973 single by Sweet. Written by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, and produced by Phil Wainman, "Block Buster!" was the band's sole UK No. 1 hit. Released in January 1973, it spent five weeks at the top of the UK Singles Chart, and also made #1 in the Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Ireland, and #3 in Finland, Switzerland, Denmark and Norway. Outside Europe it peaked at #1 in New Zealand, #29 in Australia and at #73 on the American Billboard Hot 100.  


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Sweet (also referred to as The Sweet) were a British rock band that rose to worldwide fame in the 1970s as a prominent glam rock act, with their most prolific line-up: lead vocalist Brian Connolly, bass player Steve Priest, guitarist Andy Scott, and drummer Mick Tucker. more »

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Song Title and Release Date
"Block Buster!" is a popular song by British glam rock band, Sweet. It was released by RCA Records in January 1973.
Chart Performance
The song topped the UK Singles Chart for five weeks, making it Sweet's first and only number one single in the UK.
Songwriters
"Block Buster!" was written by Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, recognized as a significant songwriting duo in the British glam rock era.
Signature Sound
The song is known for its distinctive siren sound at the beginning, often mistaken as an air-raid siren while it's an ARP 2600 synthesizer replicating police sirens.
Music Video
Its promotional film is highly regarded for being one of the first glam rock videos, due to its theatrical style and costumes worn by the band members.
Public Confusion
Frequently, the song has been confused with David Bowie's "Jean Genie" due to similar guitar riffs. However, both songs were recorded around the same time, leading both bands to dismiss the claims of plagiarism.
Versatility of Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists, demonstrating its extensive appeal and influence. One of the more popular covers was by rock band Warrant in 1989.
Record Label
"Block Buster!" is one of several successful tracks released by Sweet under RCA Records.
Influence Within the Genre
The song, along with other hits by Sweet, played a significant part in the formation of the glam rock genre in the 1970s.
Long-lasting Popularity
Almost five decades after its initial release, "Block Buster!" continues to be a staple on classic rock radio stations, demonstrating the song's enduring popularity.

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