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Slade in Flame

Slade · 1974

40 min · 10 tracks · glam rock

Glam rock anthems interlace with poignant ballads, showcasing Slade's eclectic flair for melody and lyrical depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • poignant moments for introspection
  • sing-along potential with friends
  • melodic hooks that linger
  • nostalgic themes of longing

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek high-energy dance anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1974, 'Slade in Flame' was the band's fifth studio album during a period of commercial success following their breakthrough with 'Slayed?' in 1972. This album debuted amidst Slade's peak popularity, solidifying their status in the glam rock scene as they began to explore more diverse musical themes and narratives.
Stylistic neighbors
T. Rex· David Bowie· Alice Cooper

Tracklist

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

  • 1 How Does It Feel? 5:57
  • 2 Them Kinda Monkeys Can't Swing 3:27
  • 3 So Far So Good 3:03
  • 4 Summer Song (Wishing You Were Here) 3:38
  • 5 O.K. Yesterday Was Yesterday 3:58
  • 6 Far Far Away 3:39
  • 7 This Girl 3:33
  • 8 Lay It Down 4:11
  • 9 Heaven Knows 3:58
  • 10 Standin' on the Corner 4:56

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