Slade (June 1, 1974) “Meet Slade! ‘Weer NOT Crazee!’” Feature – 16 Magazine

The June 1974 edition of US teen magazine 16 features a fun, full-page introduction to Slade, presenting the band as working-class glam rockers ready to conquer America with their high-energy sound and colourful image.

Publication: 16 Magazine

Date: June 1974

Country: United States

Location: USA

Section: Artist Feature

THE STORY

The colourful spread introduces each member — Noddy Holder, Dave Hill, Jim Lea, and Don Powell — with fun facts, speech bubbles, and a playful tone. It promotes their latest album Slade in Flame and encourages fans to write to the band.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This feature reflects Slade’s attempt to break into the American market during the height of their UK glam success. 16 Magazine targeted young teen fans with its enthusiastic, accessible style, helping spread British glam across the Atlantic.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Band introduction feature Era: 1974 (Slade Glam Rock peak) Tone: Fun, youthful, energetic Photography: Full-colour group photo in glam outfits

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

• Bold headline “MEET SLADE! ‘Weer NOT Crazee!’”

• Large group photo of the band in colourful stage costumes

• Individual speech bubbles with member bios

• Fan mail address and promotional text for their album

RELATED MATERIAL

• (Slade 1972–1974 features from previous posts)

For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

SOURCES

• 16 Magazine, June 1974

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