Sladest is a compilation album by Slade, released on 28 September 1973 by Polydor Records (2442 119). Produced by Chas Chandler, it was Slade’s first greatest‑hits collection, consolidating their chart‑topping singles from 1971–1973 and select album tracks. Released alongside the single “My Friend Stan” (2058 407), Sladest reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart, confirming Slade’s peak popularity during the glam rock era. In America, Sladest was released by Reprise with a signi

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