A 1982 Slade single revived from a 1978 idea, issued in both 7" and double‑pack formats and peaking at No. 51 in the UK.

Slade’s comeback momentum rolls on with a gritty, determined single. (March 27, 1981)

Label: Cheapskate Records Catalogue Number: CHS 2480 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Released: January 23, 1981 (UK) A thunderous, riff‑heavy Slade anthem — backed with the breakneck rocker Hold On To Your Hats. Issued on Cheapskate, the single ignited Slade’s full‑scale comeback and launched their ninth studio album of the same name. 🔘 Overview We’ll Bring The House Down was released on January 23, 1981 as a UK 7" single on Cheapskate Records (CHS 2480). Written by Noddy Holder and

Label: Cheapskate Records Catalogue Number: CHEAP 11 / LYN 9116 / LYN 9117 Format: 7" Vinyl Single (Solid Centre / Knockout Centre) Released: November 28, 1980 (UK) A festive Cheapskate compilation single — mixing Slade’s Christmas classic, party cuts, and a live favourite. 🔘 Overview Xmas Ear Bender was released on November 28, 1980 as a UK 7" single on Cheapskate Records (CHEAP 11). Cut at Lyntone (LYN 9116 / LYN 9117), the release functioned as a seasonal Slade “party sin

Label: Barn Records Catalogue Number: BRO 85 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Released: October 26, 1979 (UK) A punk‑era Slade protest rocker — backed with the reflective Not Tonight Josephine. Issued on Barn Records, the single marked a raw, socially aware turn during the band’s late‑’70s struggle for chart traction. 🔘 Overview Sign of the Times was released on October 26, 1979 as the second single from Slade’s eighth studio album Return to Base. Written by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea,

Released at a turbulent moment in Slade’s career, “Burning In The Heat Of Love” arrived as a hard‑rock statement from a band fighting to regain chart traction in a UK scene rapidly shifting toward punk. Issued in the UK on 15 April 1977, the single was written and recorded quickly as a standalone release following the commercial disappointment of Whatever Happened to Slade. Despite strong reviews from parts of the music press, the single failed to chart in the UK. 🔘 The Stor

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

A rare, unguarded look at Noddy Holder — vocalist, songwriter, actor, and one of Britain’s most distinctive musical voices.

A festive, star-studded Music Star magazine cover celebrating the Christmas period with Slade, while teasing an inside story on Suzi Quatro and festive songwords from Donny & Marie. Slade bring the glam cheer to Music Star’s starry 100th issue — time to celebrate! Music Star Date: December 21, 1974 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Slade members (including Dave Hill in flamboyant fur and hat) dominating the cover • Central festive figure in white surrounded by fea