By 1976, Slade were deep into their US relocation period, having moved across the Atlantic in 1975 in an attempt to finally break the American market after four years of major success in the UK and Europe. Their album *Nobody’s Fools* was shaped heavily by this shift, adopting a smoother, more melodic and radio‑friendly sound compared to their earlier glam‑rock stompers. “Nobody’s Fool,” written by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea and produced by Chas Chandler, was originally conceiv

In the early weeks of 1976, Slade were navigating the changing musical landscape as the classic glam rock era began to fade. Still one of Britain’s most reliable hit-makers, the band released “Let’s Call It Quits” — a mid-tempo, reflective rocker that showed a more mature and melodic side compared to their earlier stomping anthems. Released on January 30, 1976, the single appeared on Polydor Records under catalogue number 2058 690. Backed with “When The Chips Are Down,” this

Released in the UK on November 16, 1974, Slade’s “Merry Xmas Everybody” was reissued as a 7-inch vinyl single on Polydor (2058 422), this time housed in a unique picture sleeve tied to the promotion of *Slade In Flame*. Backed with “Don’t Blame Me,” both tracks were written by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea and produced by Chas Chandler. Although the original 1973 release had been a No. 1 smash, this 1974 repress did not chart. Issued in a plastic injection solid-centre pressing, t

Released in the UK on October 11, 1974, Slade’s “Far Far Away,” backed with “O.K. Yesterday Was Yesterday,” appeared as a 7-inch vinyl single on Polydor Records (2058 522). Written by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea, the track was drawn from the soundtrack album *Slade in Flame*, released the following month. A wistful, reflective glam‑rock ballad, it showcased a more mature side of the Wolverhampton band, contrasting sharply with their earlier, rowdier anthems. Holder’s evocative l

Released in the UK on June 28, 1974, Slade’s “The Bangin’ Man,” backed with “She Did It to Me,” appeared as a 7-inch vinyl single on Polydor Records (2058 500). Written by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea, the track was a standalone non‑album single issued between *Old New Borrowed and Blue* and *Slade in Flame*. A high‑energy glam‑rock and power‑pop anthem driven by raucous guitars, thundering bass, and Holder’s unmistakable vocals, it entered the UK Singles Chart in early July, pea

Slade soften the glitter glare with a chart‑bound ballad. (March 29, 1974)

Artist: Lulu Label: Polydor Country: Germany Catalogue: 2001 490 A bold, dramatic reinvention of David Bowie’s 1970 composition, Lulu’s “The Man Who Sold the World” stands as one of the most striking and unexpected glam‑era collaborations — a smoky, theatrical performance shaped directly by Bowie and Mick Ronson. Released on January 11, 1974, the single arrived as Lulu’s first major release under her new association with Bowie. Issued by Polydor Records under catalogue

Vintage 1973 Polydor record sleeve featuring Slade's single "My Friend Stan," produced by Chas Chandler, with distinctive UK design branding. more sleeve variations below A stomping, piano‑driven glam‑pop gem, “My Friend Stan” showed Slade leaning into a more melodic, good‑humoured sound while still delivering the band’s trademark energy and charisma. Released on September 28, 1973, the single arrived as the follow‑up to the chart‑topping “Skweeze Me, Pleeze Me.” Issued by Po

Published February 24, 1973, this Record Mirror advert announces Slade’s new single “Cum On Feel The Noize,” released the previous day — a track destined to become one of the defining anthems of British glam.

Slade’s “Cum On Feel The Noize,” released on February 22, 1973, debuted at No. 1 and spent 12 weeks on the Official Singles Chart.