The new lineup of Sweet signed to RCA Records in 1971, where they were placed under the direction of songwriters Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman. Chinn and Chapman wrote a number of light bubblegum pop songs for the group, the first of which, “Funny Funny,” reached number 13 on the U.K. charts.
Also What bands did the sweet influence? Members of KISS, Def Leppard and Mötley Crüe all cite Sweet as an influence. Guitarist Andy Scott explains why the 1970s glam-rockers’ music holds up.
Likewise Was Mick Tucker a good drummer? Tucker was a talented drummer with a range of complex rhythms who could have helped any band considerably. Steve Priest said of Tucker, “He was the most underrated drummer that ever came out of England… He was the powerhouse of the band.
What happened to Mick Tuckers wife? Pauline Tucker who was married to Mick Tucker, (from the glam rock band “Sweet”) had one daughter named Ayston. Tragically Pauline died in 1979 in her bathtub. Possible accident.
How old was Mick Tucker when he died?
Drummer Mick Tucker lost his five-year battle against leukaemia on Valentines Day at the age of 54.
Where is Brian Connolly buried? Brian Connolly
| Birth | 5 Oct 1945 Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, Scotland |
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| Death | 9 Feb 1997 (aged 51) Slough, Slough Borough, Berkshire, England |
| Burial | Breakspear Crematorium Ruislip, London Borough of Hillingdon , Greater London, England |
| Memorial ID | 6522707 · View Source |
Jun 18, 2002
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