Is The Slade Collection Vol. 2, 79-87 a good place to start with Slade?

Yes, The Slade Collection Vol. 2, 79-87 is recommended as a starting point for new Slade listeners. A vibrant collection of glam rock tunes, blending infectious choruses with theatrical flair and driving guitar riffs. Released in 1990, The Slade Collection Vol. 2, 79-87 compiles tracks from a period when Slade was transitioning from their peak commercial success in the early '70s to a more varied sound. This album features material from the band's later years, showcasing their evolving style while still retaining the energetic essence that defined their earlier work.

Who is The Slade Collection Vol. 2, 79-87 for?

The Slade Collection Vol. 2, 79-87 works well if you're into upbeat tracks for social gatherings, short bursts of playful energy and catchy anthems for group sing-alongs.

How many songs are on The Slade Collection Vol. 2, 79-87?

The Slade Collection Vol. 2, 79-87 has 17 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.

The Slade Collection Vol. 2, 79-87

Slade

62 min · 17 tracks · glam rock

A vibrant collection of glam rock tunes, blending infectious choruses with theatrical flair and driving guitar riffs.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Sing Shout (Knock Yourself Out) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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We Won’t Give In — This track exemplifies the band's defiant spirit and features strong vocal harmonies along with a catchy melody, representing their commitment to resilience.
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Rock and Roll Preacher (Hallelujah I'm on Fire) — With its bold lyrics and anthemic chorus, this song captures Slade’s theatricality while addressing themes of spirituality in rock music.
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Hey Ho Wish You Well — The blend of nostalgia and uplifting energy in this track showcases Slade's knack for creating feel-good music, making it a standout on the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

upbeat tracks for social gatherings
short bursts of playful energy
catchy anthems for group sing-alongs
lighthearted vibes for road trips

Maybe skip if you

seek complex, introspective themes
prefer long, immersive compositions

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Compiles tracks from a specific era, appealing to dedicated fans of that period.
Career context: Released in 1990, The Slade Collection Vol. 2, 79-87 compiles tracks from a period when Slade was transitioning from their peak commercial success in the early '70s to a more varied sound. This album features material from the band's later years, showcasing their evolving style while still retaining the energetic essence that defined their earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors: T. Rex· David Bowie· Alice Cooper

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Tracklist

1 Sing Shout (Knock Yourself Out) Start here 3:13
2 The Roaring Silence 2:49
3 That Was No Lady That Was My Wife 2:36
4 We Won’t Give In 3:38
5 Razzle Dazzle Man 4:41
6 Rock and Roll Preacher (Hallelujah I'm on Fire) 5:46
7 I’ll Be There 4:32
8 I’m a Rocker 2:42
9 Ruby Red 2:54
10 Slam the Hammer Down 3:25
11 Ooh La La in L.A. 3:52
12 Harmony 3:45
13 Hey Ho Wish You Well 5:19
14 Hold On to Your Hats 2:33
15 Cheap ’n’ Nasty Luv 3:29
16 Little Sheila 3:58
17 When I’m Dancin’ I Ain’t Fightin’ 3:47

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