Nazz
Nazz · 1968
37 min · 10 tracks · garage rock
A vibrant blend of melodic hooks and garage rock grit encapsulated in earnest, youthful energy.
Why this album works
'Nazz' is significant for featuring 'Hello It's Me', which became a hit for Todd Rundgren when he re-recorded it as a solo artist. The album's fusion of pop melodies with a raw garage aesthetic helped shape the sound of future power pop bands, earning it a place in discussions about influential late 60s rock music.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening experience youthful energy for casual moments melodic hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released on October 1, 1968, 'Nazz' was the debut album for the band Nazz, marking a pivotal entry into the late 1960s rock scene. At this time, they were still establishing their identity while navigating the burgeoning psychedelic and garage rock movements. Their sound would later influence many artists within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The White Stripes· Black Lips· Alabama Shakes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Open My Eyes Standout 2:48
- 2 Back of Your Mind 3:48
- 3 See What You Can Be 3:00
- 4 Hello It's Me Standout 3:57
- 5 Wildwood Blues 4:39
- 6 If That's the Way You Feel 4:49
- 7 When I Get My Plane 3:08
- 8 Lemming Song Standout 4:26
- 9 Crowded 2:20
- 10 She's Goin' Down 4:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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