Slade and Sweet

The Sweet, originally Sweetshop, fused bubblegum pop with glam rock. Known for hits like "Blockbuster" and "Fox on the Run," they topped UK charts. Led by Andy Scott and Steve Priest, they transitioned from Chinn and Chapman’s control to self-penned success. Despite lineup changes and a split in 1982, the band's legacy in glam rock and pop-metal endures.

Slade, a glam rock band from the UK, rose to fame in the '70s with 11 Top Five hits, including "Cum on Feel the Noize" and "Merry Xmas Everybody." Comprised of Noddy Holder, Dave Hill, Jimmy Lea, and Don Powell, they were managed by Chas Chandler and known for their distinctive style and misspelled song titles. Despite initial struggles in the US, they found renewed success in the '80s. Their legacy includes influencing bands like Quiet Riot and Holder's subsequent TV career.