Slade: (Glam Yobs)

Slade were a British glam rock band formed in 1966 in Wolverhampton. Known for their raw power, stomping anthems, and working-class swagger, they became one of the most successful and beloved bands of the early 1970s glam rock era. With their platform boots, mirrored top hats, and shout-along choruses, Slade defined the loud, fun, and unpretentious side of glam. EARLY YEARS & RISE TO FAME Originally called The N’Betweens, the band changed their name to Slade in 1970 under the

In June 1980, Slade released Six Of The Best, a high-energy 12" vinyl EP compiling six of their strongest rock tracks from the period. This limited collector’s release on the short-lived “Six Of The Best” imprint offered fans a powerful mini-compilation of the band’s signature stomping glam-boogie sound. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Slade Label: Six Of The Best / Barn Records Date: June 6, 1980 Catalogue: SUPER 45 - 3 Format: 12" Single Country: United Kingdom TRACK LIST Side One

In the summer of 1976, Slade released “Nobody's Fool” as a single during their continued post-glam era. This upbeat, catchy rocker showcased the band’s signature stomping energy and singalong chorus, even as musical trends were shifting. Artist: Slade Label: Polydor (RTB) Date: June 17, 1976 Catalogue: S 53950 / 2058 716 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Yugoslavia A-Side: “Nobody's Fool” Written by: Holder/Lea Produced by: Chas Chandler B-Side: “L.A. Jinx” Written by: Holder

This original Wilkes College window card advertises a joint concert featuring Leslie West (of Mountain and West, Bruce & Laing) and Slade, held on Friday, November 14, 1975, at the Wilkes College Gym in Wilkes‑Barre, Pennsylvania. The poster’s design uses bold contrasts of blue, pink, and yellow‑green, with stylized illustrations of seated figures and lightning‑bolt motifs typical of mid‑1970s rock graphics. Publication: Concert Poster / Promotional Print (Wilkes‑Barre, Penns

A full-page lyrics feature from the June 7, 1975 issue of Record Mirror showcasing Slade’s hit single “Thanks For The Memory”, complete with the full lyrics and a great photo of Noddy Holder in character. Publication: Record Mirror Date: June 7, 1975 C ountry: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Songwords / Lyrics Page Title: “THANKS FOR THE MEMORY” / “Sung by Slade” THE STORY The page presents the complete lyrics to Slade’s 1975 single “Thanks For The Memory” (written by Noddy H

Thanks For The Memory was Slade’s first new single following their film Slade In Flame. Although the film later gained acclaim as one of the greatest rock films ever made, its initial reception was mixed, surprising fans with its darker tone. Released four weeks after the film’s theme single How Does It Feel, Thanks For The Memory reached number 7 in the UK and remained in the charts for seven weeks. It sold 200,000 copies in its first two weeks and became the band’s last Top

Article Context & Main Highlights Key Content Slade (October 5, 1974) Look-in Cover Publication: Look-in (Junior TVTimes) Date: Week ending October 5, 1974 Full-colour front cover featuring the glam rock band Slade. The cover promotes an exclusive interview with Slade and a colour pin-up. It also advertises a fantastic competition to win 20 Agfamatic pocket camera sets. The issue highlights Slade at the height of their popularity during the glam era. Notable Details Vibrant y

This Music Star cover dated August 24 1974 presents The Sweet in a cheerful, glam‑rock portrait, surrounded by vivid pop‑art typography and bright magazine motifs. The headline “A Sweet Secret” captures the band’s playful image at the height of their chart success. Publication: Music Star Date: August 24 1974 Country: United Kingdom The cover shows the four members of The Sweet smiling in close formation, each styled with distinctive glam‑era flair — metallic discs, stickers,

The July 1974 issue of German magazine Popfoto features Noddy Holder of Slade on the cover with the headline “Hey! Wer will mit zu ‚Noddy Holder’?” Publication: Popfoto Date: July 1974 Country: Germany The cover shows a large colour portrait of Noddy Holder wearing a yellow-and-black check jacket over a red shirt. Teasers list features on Bill Wyman, Gary Glitter, Ten Years After, David Cassidy, Emerson, Lake & Palmer, plus mentions of Sweet und Alvin Stardust, Mud, Udo Linde

This Disc magazine cover from July 13 1974 captures Noddy Holder of Slade in full flamboyant form — top hat gleaming with mirrored discs, plaid jacket loud enough to rival his stage voice. The headline “Ain’t They Sweet?” and the playful pose reflect Slade’s cheeky dominance of mid‑’70s British pop. Publication: Disc Magazine (London, United Kingdom) Date: Saturday, July 13 1974 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Front Cover Feature Title: Noddy Holder – Ain’t They Sw