What makes Sladest by Slade notable?

The album not only encapsulated Slade's chart-topping hits but also reached number one on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing the band's immense popularity at the time. Its influence extended beyond commercial success, helping to define the sound and style of glam rock while inspiring numerous artists in subsequent decades. Sladest, released in 1973, marked a significant moment in Slade's career as it was their first greatest hits compilation. This album came after a string of successful singles, including 'Cum on Feel the Noize,' which had solidified their popularity in the UK glam rock scene. By this time, Slade was transitioning from being a rising act to one of the defining bands of the genre.

Sladest works well if you're into steady mid-tempo flow, catchy hooks and melodies and energetic sing-along moments.

How many songs are on Sladest?

Sladest has 14 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Sladest

Slade · 1973

45 min · 14 tracks · glam rock

Glam rock anthems burst forth with infectious energy and exuberant melodies that invite everyone to join the celebration.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Cum on Feel the Noize — This track is emblematic of Slade's ability to blend catchy hooks with raucous energy, becoming a defining anthem of the glam rock era.
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Mama Weer All Crazee Now — With its chorus designed for audience participation, this song highlights Slade's knack for creating memorable sing-alongs that captured their live performance spirit.
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Coz I Luv You — This track showcases Slade's melodic sensibilities combined with a playful lyrical narrative, marking their transition from hard rock to more pop-oriented sounds.
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Gudbuy t' Jane — An emotive ballad that contrasts with their more upbeat tracks, it reveals the band's versatility and ability to connect on deeper emotional levels.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

Sladest captures Slade's energetic hits but lacks the cohesion of a traditional album due to its compilation nature.

What we noticed

The album features a sequence of 14 tracks, with the first five being high-energy anthems that set a celebratory tone.
Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, encouraging listener participation and enhancing the communal feel.
The production employs layered guitars and prominent backing vocals, creating a rich, full sound characteristic of glam rock.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo flow
catchy hooks and melodies
energetic sing-along moments
nostalgic feel-good vibes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — First hits compilation, showcasing Slade's popularity and key singles.
Career context: Sladest, released in 1973, marked a significant moment in Slade's career as it was their first greatest hits compilation. This album came after a string of successful singles, including 'Cum on Feel the Noize,' which had solidified their popularity in the UK glam rock scene. By this time, Slade was transitioning from being a rising act to one of the defining bands of the genre.
Stylistic neighbors: T. Rex· David Bowie· Alice Cooper