Originally released on 21st May 1971 with the A-side labeled Get Down And Get With It written by Holder, Lee, Hill, Powell & Penniman ('Little' Richard Penniman). The story is that the group always knew the song as a Little Richard song called Get Down and Get With It, so when it was first released it was given that title and credited to Slade & Little Richard to reflect Slade's arrangement of the song.

The main title, of course, turned out to be incorrect and, as the song became a hit, the publishers quickly got involved. The correct title is Get Down With It written by Bobby Marchan. Polydor were not exactly a small label and their legal department should have picked up on the mistake before its release. There is enough argument to support the claim that it may have been a publicity stunt.

It was reissued on 08th June 1971 as Get Down With It written by Bobby Marchan with the same B-side and remained Polydor Records 2058-112.

There was a time when I awaited the next Hed Kandi release with bated breath. It has to be said: Mark Doyle WAS Hed Kandi! Nothing worth getting excited about has happened since he left except a flicker of interest in the Nu Cool resurrection. I did think their treatment of Stereo Sushi (Sashimi) was little short of a disgrace though!

Fierce Angel has tried hard to fill the void but the void isn't a void? Hed Kandi are still there and blurring the public perception of what it is. Fierce Angel is tarred with the same brush?

I appreciate your comments Mark and totally agree. You outgrow it and move on, it ain't worth bitching about?

With the greatest respect Mark, I suggest you do the same. Move on from the Hed Kandi/Fierce Angel concept and create a completely new idea. Just make sure that I know about it please.

Mickey P. ;-)

Any label that releases work by Awa Band, Olav Basoski, Banda Sonora, K.O.T., Una Mas, Il Padrinos, Chus & Penn, DJ Gregory & Dubitribe Sound System in the UK gets my respect. The quality of their releases is exceptional from the cut to the packaging. One of the few labels to acknoledge the CDJ, they release CD singles with all the full length mixes on which means no chart inclusion. Obviously, the bills need to be paid and overheads met, hence the Cheese & the mix cd's. That's reality people!

Coz I Luv You was the single that set Slade on their way to pop idol fame. It's a simple & basic song with a jaunty beat that builds slowly (I love the feel when the bass drops) to a violin crescendo with chanting & stomping. Personally, I think the B-side is a stronger song, full of social rebellion & political angst. It shows the blues/rock soul of Slade's musical heart. If Glam rock hadn't consumed the band then this is an indication of their natural style.

The Booker T mix of this track is one of his finest works, a superb vocalist on a classy backbeat. 'On the hook' and lovin' it, 4x4 dance music for the more discerning listener.

This is one of those releases that defy belief. Frankie Knuckles is a legend and a fair amount of his work has been inspirational. The title track on this single is a beautiful piece of work in the style of 'Tears' Lisa's voice is a delight. On the flip we have Roberta Gilliam, who has a great voice (All I Want Is My Baby, you know!) which makes you wonder how a great producer and a great singer can add up to a waste of time?