What does Hair of the Dog sound like?

Raucous guitar riffs and gravelly vocals create a gritty yet melodic hard rock experience. Rooted in hard rock and traditional heavy metal.

What makes Hair of the Dog by Nazareth notable?

'Hair of the Dog' is notable for its massive influence on hard rock and heavy metal, particularly through its title track, which became a staple for classic rock radio. The album received critical acclaim upon release, charting well internationally and contributing to Nazareth's reputation as pioneers in the genre. Released in January 1975, 'Hair of the Dog' marked Nazareth's fifth studio album, consolidating their status in the hard rock scene following their breakthrough with 'Razamanaz'. This album showcased their evolving sound and commercial appeal, particularly with its iconic title track and emotional ballad 'Love Hurts'.

Who is Hair of the Dog for?

Hair of the Dog works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and layered, dense sonic textures.

How many songs are on Hair of the Dog?

Hair of the Dog has 11 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Hair of the Dog

Nazareth · 1975

55 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · traditional heavy metal

Raucous guitar riffs and gravelly vocals create a gritty yet melodic hard rock experience.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic emotional journeys
long, immersive listening sessions
layered, dense sonic textures
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1975, 'Hair of the Dog' marked Nazareth's fifth studio album, consolidating their status in the hard rock scene following their breakthrough with 'Razamanaz'. This album showcased their evolving sound and commercial appeal, particularly with its iconic title track and emotional ballad 'Love Hurts'.
Stylistic neighbors: Deep Purple· UFO· Blue Öyster Cult