This album "SLADE - You Boyz Make Big Noize" was the last album with the original Slade line-up. "Slade - You Boyz Make Big Noize" is a 12" vinyl LP that showcases the band's energetic and bold rock sound. Released in 1987, it features a collection of powerful tracks, including the title track and "Love Is Like a Rock." With its infectious melodies and anthemic hooks, this album demonstrates Slade's ability to deliver big, arena-ready rock.
By the late 1980s, the musical landscape had shifted dramatically. Synthesizers reigned supreme, drum machines pounded out sterile beats, and hairspray-laden pop stars dominated the charts. Slade, the once-mighty purveyors of glam rock bombast, found themselves in a strange new world. But instead of fading quietly into obscurity, they roared back with "You Boyz Make Big Noize," an album that was both a defiant middle finger to the prevailing trends and a testament to their enduring rock 'n' roll spirit.
The album's title track was a statement of intent, a raucous anthem that declared Slade's refusal to compromise. Noddy Holder's vocals were as powerful as ever, a guttural roar that cut through the synth-pop haze. Dave Hill's guitar riffs were jagged and raw, a reminder that Slade were still a rock band at heart. The production, helmed by John Punter, was slick and modern, but it never sacrificed the band's raw energy.
"You Boyz Make Big Noize" wasn't just a nostalgia trip. It was a bold attempt to update Slade's sound for a new era. Songs like "We Won't Give In" and "Ooh La La in L.A." were infused with a contemporary edge, while still retaining the band's signature swagger. The album also showcased a more introspective side of Slade, with ballads like "When the Lights Are Out" and "Fools Go Crazy" exploring themes of love, loss, and the passage of time.
The album wasn't without its controversies. Some critics dismissed it as a desperate attempt to stay relevant, while others accused the band of pandering to commercial trends. But for Slade's diehard fans, "You Boyz Make Big Noize" was a welcome return to form, a reminder of the band's unyielding spirit and their ability to adapt and evolve.
The recording, captured at Ridge Farm Studios, was crisp and powerful, showcasing the band's tight musicianship. The album's cover, featuring a cartoonish image of the band members, was a playful nod to their glam rock roots.
In the end, "You Boyz Make Big Noize" didn't set the charts on fire, but it did prove that Slade were more than just a relic of the past. They were survivors, adapting and evolving to stay relevant in a rapidly changing music scene. It was a defiant roar in the face of adversity, a reminder that rock 'n' roll will never die. It was Slade's way of saying, "We're still here, and we're not going anywhere."
Collector's Description: This album "SLADE - You Boyz Make Big Noize" was the last album with the original Slade line-up |
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Music Genre: Glamrock |
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