A lively one-page interview with Slade bassist Jimmy Lea (conducted by Robin Mackie) looks back at the band’s rapid rise, their skinhead-to-glam transformation, and the mixture of fear and excitement they provoked in the music industry and among audiences. Jimmy speaks candidly about the early days, the band’s determination, and how their raw energy and working-class attitude made them both loved and feared. This September 23, 1972 Record Mirror feature captures Slade at the

A warm Christmas greeting from Slade to all NME readers, featuring a friendly group portrait of the band wishing everyone a happy festive season. Slade wish you all a very Merry Christmas — enjoy yourselves! New Musical Express Date: December 25, 1971 Length: 2 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Festive greeting from Slade to NME readers • Group photo showing Jimmy Lea, Don Powell, Noddy Holder and Dave Hill • Friendly message: “Hope you all Enjoy yourselves! this Christmas