Exercises
Nazareth · 1972
43 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · traditional heavy metal
Raucous guitar riffs intertwine with gritty vocals, embodying the raw energy of early 70s hard rock.
Why this album works
'Exercises' showcased Nazareth's ability to blend rock with folk influences, earning them critical acclaim in the UK. The album's single 'Woke Up This Morning' became a minor hit and solidified their presence in the rock genre during a competitive era.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks gritty vocals for raw energy short tracks for quick bursts
- Context
- Released on July 1, 1972, 'Exercises' was Nazareth's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and 'Razamanaz'. This album marked a pivotal moment in their career as they began to refine their sound and establish themselves within the burgeoning hard rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Freddie Mercury· Ozzy Osbourne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Will Not Be Led 3:05
- 2 Cat’s Eye, Apple Pie Standout 3:05
- 3 In My Time 3:28
- 4 Woke Up This Morning Standout 3:10
- 5 Called Her Name 4:32
- 6 Fool About You 2:47
- 7 Love Now You’re Gone 2:26
- 8 Madelaine 5:55
- 9 Sad Song 2:14
- 10 1692 (Glencoe Massacre) Standout 4:00
- 11 If You See My Baby (b‐side) 2:57
- 12 Hard Living (alternate edit) 2:45
- 13 1692 (Glencoe Massacre) (alternate edit) 3:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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