A band once written off as yesterday’s glitter returned with a message: they hadn’t vanished — they’d been sharpening their sou

Makowski’s final line — “it’s nice to see that the old boppers are still around” — lands as both a wink and a salute.

Slade’s Old New Borrowed And Blue arrived on February 15, 1974, debuting at No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart. Produced by Chas Chandler, the album blends classic Slade stompers with piano‑driven singles that marked a shift in the band’s sound.

Released in the UK in November 1972 (street date December 1, 1972), on Polydor Records (catalogue: 2383 163), Slade’s Slayed? was their third studio album and glam-rock masterpiece. Produced by Chas Chandler for Barn Productions at Olympic Studios, this 10-track assault — featuring “Gudbuy T’Jane,” “Mama Weer All Crazee Now,” and “The Whole World’s Goin’ Crazee” — stormed to No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart for 3 weeks, staying Top 75 for 34 weeks. Issued in gatefold sleeve, cass

“A live LP that thrives on volume, attitude, and the thrill of the moment.”

The live album that turned Slade into chart‑crushing giants — March 24, 1972.

A rare 33⅓ RPM promo sampler issued to UK DJs ahead of Slade Alive! — never sold to the public and accompanied by a now‑collectible Polydor letter.

A raw, wide‑ranging debut blending originals with bold, eclectic covers, Beginnings introduced Ambrose Slade with a mix of garage grit, psychedelic edges, and early hints of the power that would later define Slade. Artist: Ambrose Slade Album: Beginnings Release Date: 9 May 1969 Label: Fontana Format: LP Catalogue Number: TF 1015 / 267 936 TF (single); album catalogue varies by territory Length: Approx. 40 minutes Beginnings is the debut album by Ambrose Slade, released one w