Slade: (Glam Yobs)

The Black Country boys who made glam rock stomp, shout and spell badly on purpose! Slade were formed in Wolverhampton, England, in 1966 as The N’Betweens. By 1969 they’d become Ambrose Slade, then simply Slade under the guidance of manager Chas Chandler (ex-Animals, Jimi Hendrix discoverer). From skinhead boot-boy beginnings they exploded into the ultimate 1970s glam sensation – top hats, mirrors, misspelt song titles and the loudest live shows on the planet The Classic Line-

Wolves’ finest export: Slade – loud, proud, and unapologetically Brummie!

comprising 10 x 7-inch vinyl singles with replica artwork from the European country of each original release, Slade’s "Feel the Noize The Singlez Box", was released in the UK by BMG Records (catalog number BMGCAT356BOX) on September 6, 2019. Background: Slade, formed in Wolverhampton, England, in 1966, is an iconic glam rock band known for their energetic performances, anthemic hits, and distinctive misspelled song titles. Comprising Noddy Holder (vocals), Dave Hill (guitar),

A Hard Rock Comeback Slade’s “Radio Wall of Sound” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on October 7, 1991, on Polydor Records (catalogue: PO 180). Backed with “Lay Your Love On The Line,” this vibrant R&B-infused rocker, written and produced by bassist Jim Lea, marked Slade's return after a four-year hiatus, promoting the Wall of Hits compilation. Noddy Holder's soaring vocals and the band's tight rhythm drove the track, peaking at No. 21 on the UK Singles Chart on it

A Slade Xmas Evergreen Reborn Released as a 7-inch vinyl single reissue in the UK on November 26, 1990, on Polydor Records (catalogue: PO 112 / 979 268-7), Slade’s “Merry Xmas Everybody” — their 1973 Christmas No. 1 — returned with “Don't Blame Me.” The 12-inch (PZ 112) added the Peter Hammond & Jimmy Lea Extended Remix (5:18) and original 7" version. Issued in silver injection labels (small/large centre), black plastic injection, and 12-inch. A festive glam classic recharged

A Slade Dancefloor Resurrection released in the UK on November 15, 1988, Slade’s “Let's Dance (1988 Remix)” 7-inch vinyl single on Cheapskate Records (catalogue: BOYZ 3) was backed with “Standing On The Corner,” this remixed stomper, composed by Jim Lea and produced by James Lea, revived Chris Montez’s 1962 hit (written by Jim Lee, #4 US Hot 100, #2 UK). Montez’s original—featuring Joel Hill (guitar), Ray Johnson (Philicorda organ), Ray Pohlman (bass), Jesse Sailes (drums)—wa

Noddy & Jim's Ooh La La In L.A. Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 27, 1987, on Cheapskate Records (catalogue: BOYZ 2), Slade’s “We Won't Give In” was their defiant late-’80s anthem. Backed with “Ooh La La In L.A.,” both written by Noddy Holder & Jim Lea — “We Won't Give In” produced by Jim Lea, “Ooh La La In L.A.” by John Punter — this final classic-lineup single did not chart. Licensed from RCA-BMG, issued in picture sleeve. The last hurrah before the

Slade’s "That's What Friends Are For"  backed with "Wild Wild Party" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK by RCA (catalog...

Slade's Final Studio Album Lead Track Still The Same was released February 2, 1987 as the lead single from Slade's fourteenth and final studio album You Boyz Make Big Noize. The song was written by lead vocalist Noddy Holder and bassist Jim Lea, and was produced by John Punter. "Still the Same" peaked at number 73 in the UK Singles Chart and remained in the top 100 for four weeks. Release Details In 1986, Slade started writing and recording for their album You Boyz Make Big N

A Charity Christmas Comeback Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 22, 1985, on RCA Records (catalogue: PB 40449), Slade’s “Do You Believe In Miracles” was their charity Christmas single — all publishing royalties donated equally to Band Aid Trust and British Children in Need (NSPCC). Backed with the swing version of “My Oh My,” produced by John Punter (A) and Monty Babson (B). Peaked at No. 54 on the Official Singles Chart for 6 weeks. Issued in standard 7