Did Slide It in go platinum?

Slide It In is the sixth studio album by British rock band Whitesnake, released in 1984. In 1988 the album re-entered the US charts due to the success of the self-titled Whitesnake album (1987), and is certified double platinum.

Who played guitar on Slide It in?

Joining Coverdale in this new band was fellow Deep Purple member Jon Lord on keyboards, guitarist Micky Moody, and a rotating rhythm section. Whitesnake’s first four albums did well in the UK but failed to make any waves in the US.

What year did Whitesnake slide it in come out?

January 23, 1984
Slide It In/Release date

What was Whitesnake’s first album?

Snakebite
Whitesnake/First album
The group’s debut EP Snakebite was released in June 1978 and reached number 61 on the UK Singles Chart. After replacing Solley with Jon Lord, the band released their debut full-length album Trouble later in the year, which reached number 50 on the UK Albums Chart. 1979’s Lovehunter reached number 29 on the chart.

When did Whitesnake slide it in come out?

Slide It In is the sixth studio album by British hard rock band Whitesnake, released in 1984. It was the first Whitesnake album to be released by Geffen Records in the US, but was remixed for the release there. Because of this, two different editions of the album exist, each with its own unique qualities.

What was the US version of slide it in?

The US edition of Slide It In rapidly gained airplay in the United States, suddenly increasing the demand for Whitesnake. The more streamlined, four-piece version of the band started touring the United States supporting Quiet Riot and then Dio.

Who was the new guitarist for Whitesnake after Moody left?

Soon after Moody’s departure, John Sykes was announced to the press as the new Whitesnake guitarist. At the same time it was in the news that Hodgkinson had been fired, as Coverdale felt that his style did not suit Whitesnake’s new sound.

How is slide it in different from the US mix?

The European edition of the album contains the original mix. This mix features a stronger presence of keyboards by Jon Lord, and the bass is more noticeable. The track order is also different from the US mix. The US mix lowers the keyboards and bass in the mix, and is more oriented around the guitars and drums.