Business news and discussion on TalkFuse.
SLADE Guitarist DAVE HILL Shares ‘Play It To The Crowd’ Single From Upcoming ‘Dirty Foot Lane’ Solo Album
Dave Hill, founding lead guitarist of Slade, has released “Play It To The Crowd”, the first single from his debut solo album, “Dirty Foot Lane”, which is due on 30 October. Written during the COVID-19 lockdowns, the song celebrates the return of live music and the shared energy between performers and audiences.
The arena-rock track was made with Hill’s long-time collaborator John Berry, producer Rob Childs and Django Holder, with Berry taking lead vocals. The ten-track album is described as autobiographical, drawing on Hill’s working-class upbringing, family life, ambition, mental health and career in music; its title refers to a real place near where he grew up and still lives.
In short
- Dave Hill releases debut solo single.
- Album “Dirty Foot Lane” arrives 30 October.
- Song celebrates live music’s return.
Explained simply
Dave Hill is the founding lead guitarist of Slade, a British rock band that achieved massive popularity in the 1970s and remains a household name for their distinctive anthems and hits. After more than five decades as part of Slade, Hill is now preparing to release his first solo album, a major step for a musician who has been central to the band's identity throughout their career.
The album, called "Dirty Foot Lane", is autobiographical and explores Hill's personal journey, including his working-class childhood, family life, his ambitions and his experience of mental health challenges. The title refers to a real location near Wolverhampton in the Midlands, close to where Hill grew up and where he still resides.
The songs were written during the COVID-19 lockdowns, when live performance was halted worldwide, and reflect on the themes of creativity, performance and the relationship between musicians and audiences. The album features collaborations with several musicians and producers and is scheduled for release on 30 October.
Business Entertainment Markets Music