Rock and Roll Preacher
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"Rock and Roll Preacher" is a single
from rock band Slade
, released in 1982 from the album Till Deaf Do Us Part. It was written by lead singer Noddy Holder
and bassist Jim Lea
. The single was released as a single in Germany only and peaked at #49 on the chart.
as a result. The track has been covered by Sapo and The Sirens.
Although no promotional video was created for the track, it was mimed on German TV at the time of release.
The single was released on 7 inch and 12 inch vinyl. Unlike the 7 inch, the 12 inch version is extended, using the album version of the track which features Holder delivering a mock ceremony of the communion of rock and roll.
The b-side Knuckle Sandwich Nancy was a single released in the UK earlier that year.
12" Single
Single (music)
In music, a single or record single is a type of release, typically a recording of fewer tracks than an LP or a CD. This can be released for sale to the public in a variety of different formats. In most cases, the single is a song that is released separately from an album, but it can still appear...
from rock band Slade
Slade
Slade are an English rock band from Wolverhampton, who rose to prominence during the glam rock era of the early 1970s. With 17 consecutive Top 20 hits and six number ones, the British Hit Singles & Albums names them as the most successful British group of the 1970s based on sales of singles...
, released in 1982 from the album Till Deaf Do Us Part. It was written by lead singer Noddy Holder
Noddy Holder
Neville John "Noddy" Holder MBE is an English musician and actor. He was the lead vocalist and guitarist with the rock band Slade....
and bassist Jim Lea
Jim Lea
Jim Lea , is an English musician, most notable for playing bass guitar, keyboards, violin, guitar, and singing backing vocals in Slade.-Career:...
. The single was released as a single in Germany only and peaked at #49 on the chart.
Background
The track replaced Slade's cover of Hear Me Calling as an opener for each live concert. The song opens the 1982 album Slade on StageSlade On Stage
Slade on Stage was a live album by the British rock group Slade. It was recorded at Newcastle City Hall in 1981. It was released December 11, 1982 and reached number 58 in the UK charts...
as a result. The track has been covered by Sapo and The Sirens.
Although no promotional video was created for the track, it was mimed on German TV at the time of release.
The single was released on 7 inch and 12 inch vinyl. Unlike the 7 inch, the 12 inch version is extended, using the album version of the track which features Holder delivering a mock ceremony of the communion of rock and roll.
The b-side Knuckle Sandwich Nancy was a single released in the UK earlier that year.
Formats
7" Single- "Rock And Roll Preacher (Hallelujah I'm On Fire) (7" version)" - 3:17
- "Knuckle Sandwich Nancy" - 3:09
12" Single
- "Rock And Roll Preacher (Hallelujah I'm On Fire) (Album version)" - 5:34
- "Knuckle Sandwich Nancy" - 3:09
Chart performance
| Chart (1982) | Peak position |
Total weeks |
|---|---|---|
| German Singles Chart | 49 | 5 |
Personnel
- Noddy Holder: Lead vocals and guitar
- Jim Lea: Bass guitar, organ and backing vocals
- Dave Hill: Lead guitar and backing vocals
- Don Powell: Drums