National Album Day 2026 Celebrates ‘Icons’ with Spotlight on Slade – Nobody's Fools (Expanded Edition, 2LP Red Vinyl)

Sep 22

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National Album Day 2026 will take place on Saturday 17 October 2026, continuing its annual celebration of the album as a creative art form. Established in 2018, the event encourages music fans to listen to complete albums, discover new music, and appreciate the album format as a storytelling medium for artists.

For the 2026 campaign, the chosen theme is ‘Icons’, highlighting records and artists that have left a lasting impact on music and popular culture.

ABOUT NATIONAL ALBUM DAY

Held each year on the middle Saturday of October, National Album Day has become a major fixture in the UK music calendar. Activity builds throughout the preceding week, with artists, labels, retailers and music fans participating through special releases, features, events and social media campaigns.

Artists have played a central role in promoting the initiative as Album Champions. Previous ambassadors have included Alex Kapranos, Billy Bragg, Jake Bugg, Jazzie B, Joy Crookes, KSI, Kylie, Laura Mvula, Lewis Capaldi, Sharleen Spiteri and Shola Ama.

Since its launch, National Album Day themes have included:

• The Eighties• Debut Albums• Groups• Albums by Women• Rock• Icons (2026)

FEATURED RELEASE

Slade – Nobody's Fools (Expanded Edition, 2LP Red Vinyl)

This expanded reissue presents the album across two red vinyl LPs, giving listeners an opportunity to revisit the original record in an enhanced format. The release celebrates a key period in Slade's career while bringing renewed attention to an album that has maintained a dedicated following over the decades.

PRODUCTION & PACKAGING

The expanded edition is presented on red vinyl across two LPs, combining the original album with additional material as supplied within the release package. The coloured vinyl presentation offers collectors a distinctive edition while preserving the character of the original release.

SIGNIFICANCE

More than five decades after Slade emerged as one of Britain's most successful rock bands, Nobody's Fools remains an important part of their recording legacy. The expanded 2LP edition highlights the lasting appeal of the album and provides a fresh opportunity for listeners to rediscover a release that continues to hold a special place within the group's catalogue.

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