Rhythm Of Action

The Zoo Crew, a vibrant group of hippie DJs at THE ZOO radio station, is spinning the high-energy track "Rhythm Of Action" by Sweet F.A. from their album Stick To Your Guns for their dedicated Zoo Freaks audience. This song, a standout from the late '80s glam metal scene, is known for its raw, sleazy edge and infectious guitar riffs. In a rare interview snippet from a 1990 metal fanzine, frontman Steven David DeLong described "Rhythm Of Action" as "the heartbeat of our live shows—a song that just grabs you and doesn't let go." He mentioned that the track was inspired by the band's relentless touring schedule, capturing the chaotic energy of their early gigs in dive bars across the Midwest. Fans on a Sweet F.A. fan Facebook group often cite the song’s driving rhythm and anthemic chorus as a perfect encapsulation of the band’s unpolished, rebellious spirit.

Despite its cult status, "Rhythm Of Action" didn’t get the mainstream airplay of some of Sweet F.A.’s contemporaries like Poison or Cinderella. However, a 2018 post on the Sweet F.A. official Facebook page celebrated the song’s enduring appeal, sharing a grainy video clip of a 1989 live performance where the crowd’s wild energy nearly drowned out the band. One fan commented, “This song was our anthem back in the day—still cranks in my car!” The track’s raw production, handled by producer Howard Benson, was a deliberate choice to keep the band’s sound gritty, as noted in a now-defunct Metal Archives bio. A Zoo Freak recently posted on Sweet F.A.’s Instagram, tagging THE ZOO and writing, “Thanks for blasting ‘Rhythm Of Action’—takes me back to my leather jacket days!”

Sweet F.A. formed in Indiana in 1988, a product of the Midwest’s gritty rock scene. The band—Steven David DeLong (vocals), Jim Quick (bass), Tricky Lane (drums), and guitarists James Lee Thorpe and Jon Huffman (who cheekily adopted the stage names Thunder and Lightning)—came together with a shared love for the sleaze and swagger of bands like Mötley Crüe and BulletBoys. According to their bio on Last.fm, the group played their first gig on November 21, 1988, to a packed local club, where their high-octane performance caught the eye of a talent scout. Within 11 months, they landed a major label deal with MCA Records, a testament to their relentless drive and DIY ethos. DeLong, originally a drummer, stepped up to the mic after the band struggled to find a singer with the right charisma, a move that defined their raw, unfiltered sound.

The band’s early days were marked by constant gigging, often playing to rowdy crowds in small venues across Indiana and Ohio. A fan on the 80s Glam Metal Facebook group shared a story about seeing Sweet F.A. open for Warrant in 1989, noting that “Rhythm Of Action” stole the show, with Thorpe’s blistering guitar solo sparking a near-riot in the pit. Though Sweet F.A. only released two albums—Stick To Your Guns (1989) and Temptation (1991)—before fading from the spotlight as grunge took over, their music still resonates with a dedicated fanbase. The Sleaze Roxx fan site frequently features discussions about the band, with users praising their overlooked contribution to the hair metal era.

For more on Sweet F.A., check out their official social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Fans can also connect on community-driven platforms like the Sweet F.A. fan Facebook group or explore fan sites such as Sleaze Roxx for news, throwback photos, and discussions. While the band doesn’t have an official website, these platforms keep the spirit of Sweet F.A. alive for Zoo Freaks and glam metal diehards alike.