Why this album works
'Slade Smashes!' reached No. 5 on the UK Albums Chart, demonstrating the band's enduring popularity despite changes in musical trends. The album features some of Slade's most recognizable hits, solidifying their influence on the glam rock genre and leaving a lasting impact on subsequent artists and bands within that scene.
- Best for
- short bursts of energetic fun sing-along anthems for gatherings party-ready tracks for celebration
- Context
- Released in January 1980, 'Slade Smashes!' served as a compilation album during Slade's transitional phase after their peak years in the 1970s. At this time, the band was seeking to re-establish their presence in the evolving music scene following a decline in chart success post-1975. The album captures their most popular tracks up to that point, showcasing their signature sound and appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Iris· Holograf
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cum on Feel the Noize Standout 4:23
- 2 My Friend Stan 2:41
- 3 Far Far Away 3:36
- 4 Coz I Luv You
- 5 Everyday
- 6 Gypsy Roadhog
- 7 Thanks for the Memory
- 8 Bangin’ Man 4:10
- 9 In for a Penny
- 10 Skweeze Me Pleeze Me
- 11 Mama Weer All Crazee Now Standout
- 12 Look Wot You Dun
- 13 Take Me Bak ’Ome
- 14 Let’s Call It Quits
- 15 Give Us a Goal
- 16 Merry Xmas Everybody Standout 3:26
- 17 How Does It Feel?
- 18 My Baby Left Me / Thats Alright Mama
- 19 Get Down Get With It
- 20 Gudbye T’ Jane
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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