‘Looks, Looks, Looks’ by Sparks

Today (12th August), is the 80th birthday of American musician and songwriter Ron Mael. 

Keyboardist and principal songwriter of the pop/rock band Sparks, which he founded alongside his younger brother Russell, he is known for his conservative attire and distinctive moustache.

Sparks are remembered for hits such as ‘This Town Ain 't Big Enough For The Both Of Us,’ ‘Amateur Hour,’ ‘Beat The Clock,’ and the wonderful ‘Looks, Looks, Looks’.

Recorded in 1975 and taken from their 5th studio album ‘Indiscreet,’ (their 3rd set recorded with a British based line up), Looks, Looks, Looks’, was moderately successful, reaching no. 26 in the UK charts.

However the apathy shown towards the album caused them to return to the US and disband the British line-up.

Sparks remain active to this day with a new album released earlier this year.

Looks, Looks, Looks’ from Top Of The Pops 1975