A snapshot of March 1973 in full colour — glam at its peak, soul rising, and the charts shifting beneath the glitter.

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.

Published February 24, 1973, this Record Mirror article captures Slade returning from Australia in disbelief after learning that Slade Alive! had achieved its sixth gold album, becoming a phenomenon on a scale few British bands had matched overseas.

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.

A striking full‑page Popswop profile capturing Don Powell mid‑performance — a visual celebration of Slade’s powerhouse drummer at the height of their 1973 success.

A raucous NME review hailing “Cum On Feel the Noize” as unmistakably Slade — a guaranteed chart‑topper powered by Noddy Holder’s vocals and the band’s signature stomp.

A playful, personality‑driven PopFax profile capturing Dave Hill’s style, humour, and glam‑rock identity through rapid‑fire facts and a bold monochrome portrai

A brief but energetic NME announcement marking Slade’s return from Australia and the launch of their next chart‑bound single, “Cum On Feel The Noiz,” alongside fresh UK and European tour plans.

A politically charged week in British music: unions rally behind the Strawbs, T. Rex prepare for a world tour with no UK dates, and Slade gear up for another chart assault.

From Slade’s glam thunder to Buffy’s folk shimmer — March 1972’s tape scene was alive and well.