Loud 'n' Proud
Nazareth · 1973
48 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · traditional heavy metal
A raw and energetic blend of hard rock anthems with gritty vocals and electrifying guitar riffs.
Why this album works
'Loud 'n' Proud' reinforced Nazareth's standing in the heavy metal genre by charting in several countries, notably reaching number 16 on the UK Albums Chart. Its cover of Bob Dylan's 'The Ballad of Hollis Brown' drew critical acclaim and showcased their ability to reinterpret classic songs within a hard rock framework.
- Best for
- wave-like dynamics with peaks energetic anthems for celebration cathartic release through loudness
- Context
- Released in November 1973, 'Loud 'n' Proud' was Nazareth's fourth studio album, coming after their breakthrough success with 'Razamanaz.' At this point in their career, Nazareth was solidifying their reputation in the hard rock scene, having already gained international recognition and a growing fan base.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Freddie Mercury· Ozzy Osbourne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Go Down Fighting Standout 3:07
- 2 Not Faking It 4:01
- 3 Turn on Your Receiver 3:19
- 4 Teenage Nervous Breakdown 3:43
- 5 Free Wheeler 5:31
- 6 This Flight Tonight Standout 3:24
- 7 Child in the Sun 4:51
- 8 The Ballad of Hollis Brown Standout 9:11
- 9 This Flight Tonight (US version) 3:24
- 10 Go Down Fighting (US version) 3:05
- 11 The Ballad of Hollis Brown (edited version) 5:10
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