Slade - Alive! Gatefold Vinyl

Artist: Slade
Title: Slade Alive!
Label: Polydor Records
Catalogue Number: 2383 101
Country: United Kingdom
Original Release Year: 1972
Pressing Year: 1972 UK First Pressing
Format: Vinyl LP
Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

Slade Alive! is widely regarded as one of the greatest live rock albums ever released and was the record that launched Slade into the mainstream. Recorded live at Command Theatre Studio, London, in front of a specially invited audience, the album perfectly captures the raw energy and infectious atmosphere that made Slade one of Britain's most exciting live acts. Featuring explosive versions of "Hear Me Calling", "Darling Be Home Soon", "Know Who You Are" and "Get Down And Get With It", the album reached No.2 in the UK Albums Chart and became a defining glam rock release.

Pressing Notes

Original UK first pressing on Polydor Records, catalogue number 2383 101. Early copies feature the textured sleeve and original Polydor labels. Unlike many live albums of the era, Slade Alive! was recorded in a controlled live environment to reproduce the band's legendary stage performances while maintaining exceptional sound quality. First press UK copies remain highly sought after and are considered essential for collectors of glam rock and classic British rock.

Track Listing

Side A

Hear Me Calling
In Like A Shot From My Gun
Darling Be Home Soon
Know Who You Are

Side B

Keep On Rocking
Get Down And Get With It
Born To Be Wild
Matrix / Runout

Side A: 2383 101 A//1
Side B: 2383 101 B//1

Additional Information
Original UK first pressing
Polydor Records 2383 101
Textured sleeve
Recorded live at Command Theatre Studio, London
Features "Get Down And Get With It"
UK No.2 album
Essential glam rock release
Highly collectible early Slade pressing
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and very well cared for. May show minimal signs of handling or faint sleeve removal marks, but no scratches affecting appearance or playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable surface marks and signs of use, though the record still plays well throughout.

Good (G)

Visible wear, marks, or scratches present. Playback remains acceptable, although some surface noise may be noticeable.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches. Record will still play but sound quality may be affected.

Shipping

All records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. As these are pre-owned records, occasional light surface noise may be present as part of the listening experience.

All orders are shipped via Tracked 24 delivery service using professional record mailers and protective stiffeners to ensure safe arrival.