Crackers – The Slade Christmas Party Album cover

Crackers – The Slade Christmas Party Album

Slade · 1985

3 min · 16 tracks · glam rock

A festive blend of glam rock anthems and holiday classics wrapped in Slade's signature exuberance.

Why this album works

This album features Slade's iconic holiday anthem 'Merry Xmas Everybody', which continues to be a staple during the Christmas season in the UK. Despite not reaching the top of the charts upon release, its legacy and enduring popularity have cemented it as part of British holiday culture.
Career context
By the time 'Crackers' was released in 1985, Slade was already a celebrated band, known for their glam rock hits since the early 1970s. This album came as a follow-up to 'The Amazing Kamikaze Syndrome', showcasing their adaptability to seasonal themes while maintaining their energetic style.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Iris· Holograf

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Let's Dance
  • 2 Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
  • 3 Hi Ho Silver Lining
  • 4 We'll Bring The House Down
  • 5 Cum On Feel The Noize Standout
  • 6 All Join Hands
  • 7 Okey Cokey
  • 8 Merry Xmas Everybody Standout
  • 9 Do You Believe In Miracles
  • 10 Let's Have A Party Standout
  • 11 Get Down And Get With It
  • 12 My Oh My
  • 13 Run Runaway
  • 14 Here's To ... (The New Year)
  • 15 Do They Know It's Christmas (Feed The World)
  • 16 Auld Lang/You'll Never Walk Alone 3:28

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata