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📰 Slayed? Slade - Advert : Jan. 1973
A striking full-page Polydor Records advertisement promoting Slade’s new album *Slayed?*. New Album — *Slayed?* — also available on musicassette. Circus Magazine / UK music press Date: January 1, 1973 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Bold colour group photograph of Slade in casual, streetwise poses against a brick wall • Prominent inset of the *Slayed?* album cover showing the band in full glam mode • Clear “NEW ALBUM” announcement with Polydor logo • Emphasis

Slade
Jan 1, 19732 min read


📰 Slade to Play for Europe - Article : Dec. 1972
A 1972 Record Mirror news page announcing Slade’s invitation to represent Britain in a major European music event, alongside other key stories from the week. Slade flying the flag for Britain at the height of their glam rock dominance. Record Mirror Date: December 9, 1972 Length: 4 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Slade selected to represent Britain in a major European concert • “Dusty croaks on to Broadway” – Dusty Springfield news • ROLL OVER Beethoven – various artist

Slade
Dec 9, 19722 min read


📰 Noddy Holder Slade Cover - Article : Dec. 1972
A vibrant Popfoto magazine cover starring Slade’s charismatic frontman Noddy Holder in full glam regalia, complete with his trademark mirrored top hat and electric guitar, promoting extra posters and Sweet content during the peak of the 1972 glam explosion. Noddy Holder brings the stomp and sparkle — Slade dominate the Popfoto cover in classic 1972 style. Popfoto Date: December 1, 1972 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Bold cover portrait of Noddy Holder in red shi

Slade
Dec 1, 19722 min read


📰 Gudbuy T'Jane Slade - Advert : Nov. 1972
A bold, dot-patterned full-page advertisement for Slade’s new single “Gudbuy T'Jane”. Slade — new single “Gudbuy T'Jane”. Melody Maker Date: November 18, 1972 Length: 2 min read 📰 Key Highlights • New single “Gudbuy T'Jane” by Slade • Striking group photograph of the band with their trademark pointed-finger pose • Large, graffiti-style “SLADE” and “GUDBUY T'JANE” lettering • Polydor Records branding at the bottom • Classic early glam visual style with halftone dot

Slade
Nov 18, 19722 min read


📰 Slade and the Masses – Review : Nov. 1972
A lively and affectionate review captures the raucous energy of Slade’s concert at London’s Rainbow Theatre, where Noddy Holder and the band turned the venue into a football-terrace-style singalong. The writer contrasts the controlled chaos of Slade’s performance with the more polished Osmonds show seen the previous week, clearly enjoying the raw, crowd-pleasing power of the Wolverhampton glam rockers. This November 1972 review perfectly encapsulates Slade at their peak — a b

Slade
Nov 18, 19722 min read


📰 So You Think Slade Are Simple?‑Article : Nov. 1972
A punchy, behind‑the‑scenes Sounds feature capturing Slade at the height of their glitter‑rock power — loud, disciplined, and far more musically sophisticated than their reputation suggested. Sounds Date: November 18, 1972 Length: 4 min read A moment of volume, craft, and Black Country grit. 📰 Key Highlights • Slade sound‑checking at the Rainbow ahead of two sold‑out shows • Noddy Holder’s famously powerful voice used to balance the PA • Band discuss their new album rec

Slade
Nov 18, 19722 min read


📰 Nod’s as Good as a Wink – Review : Nov. 1972
A high-energy concert review celebrates Slade’s raucous performance at the Royal Exchange in Wolverhampton, where the band turned the venue into a football-terrace-style singalong filled with stomping hits and pure party atmosphere. The writer describes the crowd’s frenzied response, Noddy Holder’s larger-than-life showmanship, and the band’s ability to create an unforgettable night of glam rock mayhem. This November 1972 Disc review captures Slade at their most entertaining

Slade
Nov 18, 19723 min read


📰Dave Hill – Cover : Oct. 1972
A bright, fan-oriented cover of Disco 45 magazine promotes Slade merchandise (T-shirts, vests, and pillow cases) while featuring the band as one of the hottest acts of 1972, alongside a full lyric sheet for their hit “Mama Weer All Crazee Now.” The design is packed with the playful, high-energy spirit of glam, positioning Slade as must-have idols for young readers who wanted to wear, sleep on, and sing along with their favourite stomping anthems. This October 20, 1972 Disco 4

Slade
Oct 20, 19723 min read


📰 Slade Scrap Shows - Article : Oct. 1972
A New Musical Express report on Slade’s American/Canadian tour struggles, revealing that the glam rock giants were forced to scrap several planned small-theatre shows due to poor ticket sales and venue issues. Slade hits problems in North America — big UK stars face tough realities on their first major overseas tour. New Musical Express Date: October 14, 1972 Length: 5 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Slade cancels/scraps several small Canadian theatre shows during their No

Slade
Oct 14, 19722 min read


📰 Slade Dates – Feature : Oct. 1972
A straightforward yet enthusiastic preview of Slade’s upcoming live dates captures the band’s unstoppable momentum and their ability to turn every gig into a raucous celebration. The piece highlights the sheer energy and crowd-pleasing power that made Slade one of the most exciting live acts of the glam era. This October 1972 NME feature reflects the growing excitement around Slade as they consolidated their position as glam rock’s premier party band. 🗞 New Musical Express

Slade
Oct 7, 19722 min read
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