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! From mis-spelt anthems to Christmas domination, Slade turned working-class grit into glam gold. This ever-growing archive collects every UK single, album, advert, review, chart entry, and feature from the music papers – all sourced from original 1970s issues. Swipe or scroll for the full timeline (new entries added regularly). (below is just a listing, at the moment as entries are made links will be add

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...

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

Slade’s Festive Stomp aka Slade – Greatest Hits album released as an vinyl and cassette with special editions under the title of Slade – Greatest Hits in completely different packing in the UK on November 18, 1985, Slade’s Crackers (The Christmas Party Album) on Telstar (catalogue: STAR 2271 / STAC 2271). This festive glam-rock party mix—featuring re-recorded hits, covers, and holiday classics (produced by Jim Lea & John Punter), was issued post-Rogues Gallery as a Telstar co

A Slade Glam-Rock Comeback Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 13, 1984, on RCA Records (catalogue: PB 6825), Slade’s “Run Runaway” — backed with “Two Track Stereo, One Track Mind” — was a high-energy glam-rock anthem. This track marked Slade’s strong mid-’80s comeback, entering the Official Singles Chart on February 4, 1984, peaking at No. 7, and charting for 10 weeks. A stomping Slade classic. Single Overview Release Details Label: RCA Records. Format:

The Oh My That Rocked '83 Slade’s “My Oh My” 7-inch vinyl single, was released in the UK on November 11, 1983, on RCA Records (catalogue: RCA 373 / PB 68119). Backed with “Keep Your Hands Off My Power Supply,” this anthemic rock ballad, written by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea, was produced by John Punter for Perseverance Ltd. The A-side’s soaring chorus and heartfelt lyrics peaked at No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart for 11 weeks, with limited editions adding “Merry Xmas Everybody (L

Slade’s Kamikaze Waltz released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 19, 1982, Slade’s “(And Now - The Waltz) C’est La Vie” on RCA (catalogue: RCA 291 / PB 68015) was backed with “Merry Xmas Everybody (Live & Kickin’)” by Slade & The Assorted Nutters Choir, this sweeping ballad and raucous live B-side (both written by Lea, Holder), were issued as the lead single from The Amazing Kamikaze Syndrome (and later Keep Your Hands Off My Power Supply ). It peaked at No. 5

A Glam Metal Deafening Return Slade’s Till Deaf Do Us Part LP, released in the UK on November 13, 1981, on RCA Records (catalogue: RCA LP 6021 / RCALP 6021 / PL 25400), was their tenth studio album. Produced/arranged by Slade for Perseverance Ltd. at Portland Studios, this 12-track hard rock/heavy metal shift—featuring Noddy Holder’s vocals, Dave Hill’s guitar, Jim Lea’s bass/keyboards, Don Powell’s drums—followed We'll Bring the House Down (No. 25 UK, 1981). With George “Por

Netherlands - RCA - 1981 Slade’s "Lock Up Your Daughters"  backed with "Sign of the Times" , was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the...

Slade's 1981 Comeback Stomper Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on January 23, 1981, on Cheapskate Records (catalog number CHS 2480), Slade’s “We'll Bring The House Down” — backed with “Hold On To Your Hats” — was the lead single from their ninth studio album of the same name. Penned by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea, produced by Slade, it marked the band’s first UK Top 40 entry since 1977, peaking at No. 10 and charting for 9 weeks. Track Listing A: We'll Bring The House

A Cheapskate Christmas Party Cracker Released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the UK on November 28, 1980, on Cheapskate Records (catalogue: CHEAP 11 / LYN 9116 / LYN 9117), Slade’s *Xmas Ear Bender* was their festive party assault. Featuring the Reading Choir on “Merry Xmas Everybody,” a wild “Okey Cokey,” and a live “Get Down And Get With It” (mixed by Mike Robinson & Slade), this three-track holiday romp — pressed by Lyntone with solid and knockout centres — peaked at No. 70 o

A Live Glam Revival Slade’s Alive At Reading '80 7-inch vinyl EP, was released in the UK on October 3, 1980, on Cheapskate Records (catalogue: CHEAP 5). This four-track live EP, recorded at the Reading Rock Festival on August 24, 1980, captured the band’s energetic comeback, blending their glam roots with rock 'n' roll covers. Produced by the band, the EP peaked at No. 44 on the UK Singles Chart, revitalizing Slade amid a punk-dominated scene. Tracklist: Side A1: When I'm Da

A Punk-Era Protest "Sign of the Times" is a song by the British rock band Slade, released in October 26, 1979 as the second single from the band's eighth studio album Return to Base. It was written by lead vocalist Noddy Holder and bassist Jim Lea, and produced by Slade. Background Having returned to the UK from the United States in 1976, Slade found themselves out-of-favour at the time of the UK's Punk rock explosion. The band's 1977 album Whatever Happened to Slade proved a

Slade's Return To Base was released as an LP album in the UK by Barn Records (Chas Chandler's indie label, catalog NARB 003 on October...