Weekend Warriors cover

Weekend Warriors

Ted Nugent · 1978

39 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

Energetic hard rock riffs collide with anthemic choruses and Nugent's signature guitar bravado.

Why this album works

'Weekend Warriors' reached number 23 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Nugent's ability to connect with rock audiences. The album's themes of hedonism and camaraderie resonated with fans during the late 1970s, solidifying its place in the era's rock landscape.
Best for
steady energy for road trips anthemic sing-alongs with friends short bursts of excitement
Context
Released in 1978, 'Weekend Warriors' is Ted Nugent's fifth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Cat Scratch Fever.' At this point in his career, Nugent was solidifying his status as a hard rock icon, known for his electrifying performances and outspoken persona.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Mötley Crüe· Aerosmith

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Need You Bad Standout 4:18
  • 2 One Woman 4:04
  • 3 I Got the Feelin' Standout 3:05
  • 4 Tight Spots 2:55
  • 5 Venom Soup 5:47
  • 6 Smokescreen 4:12
  • 7 Weekend Warriors Standout 3:06
  • 8 Cruisin' 3:26
  • 9 Good Friends and a Bottle of Wine 4:00
  • 10 Name Your Poison 4:30

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