Rampant
Nazareth · 1974
50 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · traditional heavy metal
A gritty fusion of hard rock riffs and bluesy melodies, reflecting the raw energy of the 70s rock scene.
Why this album works
'Rampant' gained notable attention for its blend of heavy metal and traditional rock, contributing to Nazareth's growing influence on the hard rock and metal scenes. The album includes tracks like 'Jet Lag,' which received significant airplay and helped the band maintain a strong presence in music charts during the mid-1970s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo grooves gritty energy for road trips nostalgic vibes of the 70s
- Context
- Released on April 26, 1974, 'Rampant' was Nazareth's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Hair of the Dog'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation in the hard rock genre, building on their earlier successes while exploring more diverse musical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Freddie Mercury· Ozzy Osbourne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Silver Dollar Forger (Parts 1 & 2) Standout 5:36
- 2 Glad When You’re Gone 4:17
- 3 Loved and Lost Standout 5:12
- 4 Shanghai’d in Shanghai 3:43
- 5 Jet Lag Standout 6:43
- 6 Light My Way 4:09
- 7 Sunshine 4:15
- 8 Shapes of Things / Space Safari 6:21
- 9 Shanghai’d in Shanghai (US version) 3:42
- 10 Cat’s Eye Apple Pie 3:01
- 11 Shapes of Things (single edit) 3:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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