Slade’s Cum On Feel the Noize on French TV A Historic Glam Rock Moment from 1973
A rare performance of Cum On Feel the Noize from French television in 1973, later rebroadcast on Dutch TV, offers a vivid snapshot of Slade at the peak of their early success and serves as a valuable historical record of one of the most influential glam rock singles of the era. The footage, preserved and shared through fan archives and online uploads, captures the English band delivering the song with raw energy and charismatic stage presence that defined their live reputation.
Originally released in February 1973, Cum On Feel the Noize was written by lead vocalist Noddy Holder and bassist Jim Lea and produced by Chas Chandler. It became a defining moment for Slade’s career, entering the United Kingdom singles chart directly at number one — a feat that had not been achieved since The Beatles’ “Get Back” in 1969. The song remained at the top position for four consecutive weeks in March 1973, selling hundreds of thousands of copies in its first weeks.
The televised performance reflects the band’s close connection with their audience. Holder’s vocal delivery, full of gritty attitude and crowd engagement, exemplified Slade’s approach to writing music built around live atmosphere. The chant like chorus and high energy backing created a sense of participation that made the song a staple of both concerts and television appearances.
The historical value of the French TV footage is significant because much of the early visual documentation of Slade’s live performances remains limited. While Slade performed Cum On Feel the Noize on a number of European television programs upon its release, this particular recording stands out both for its authenticity and for its rebroadcast in another country’s programming, which helped preserve the moment for later audiences.
Beyond the original release period, Cum On Feel the Noize has had an enduring legacy in rock music. A decade later a cover version by American band Quiet Riot brought the song to a new generation and became a major hit in the United States, helping to introduce the track to audiences who were less familiar with Slade’s original.
The performance captured in the rare French TV footage invites new appreciation of Slade’s impact during the early nineteen seventies, not only as recording artists but as a live band whose influence extended far beyond immediate chart success. For fans and music historians alike, this recording remains a striking example of how a powerful song and a committed performance can resonate across decades.