Snakes 'n' Ladders
Nazareth · 1989
64 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · traditional heavy metal
A gritty blend of hard rock energy and melodic hooks balancing nostalgia with a contemporary flair.
Why this album works
'Snakes 'n' Ladders' features the single 'Winner on the Night,' which achieved notable success in Germany, showcasing the band's enduring appeal in Europe. Despite mixed reviews, the album represents an important moment for Nazareth as they adapted to shifting musical trends while maintaining their signature sound.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures
- Context
- By the time 'Snakes 'n' Ladders' was released in 1989, Nazareth had already established themselves as veterans of the hard rock scene, following their breakthrough success with 'Hair of the Dog' in 1975. This album marked a transitional phase for the band, as they navigated changing musical landscapes and aimed to reassert their presence in a genre increasingly influenced by glam metal and alternative rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Freddie Mercury· Ozzy Osbourne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Animals 4:05
- 2 Lady Luck Standout 4:15
- 3 Hang on to a Dream 4:37
- 4 Piece of My Heart Standout 4:31
- 5 Trouble 5:00
- 6 The Key 3:20
- 7 Back to School 4:57
- 8 Girls 3:44
- 9 Donna - Get Off That Crack 4:25
- 10 See You, See Me 5:08
- 11 Helpless 5:01
- 12 Winner on the Night (Released as a single in Germany) 4:14
- 13 Woke Up This Morning (live) 5:43
- 14 Bad Bad Boy (live) 4:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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