album · March 1, 1976
Close Enough for Rock 'n' Roll
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The album's title is a direct, albeit slightly altered, quote from the band's hit song "I'm Gonna Be a Star." This release found the band continuing their signature hard rock sound with bluesy undertones.
- Recorded at Olympic Studios in London, the album was produced by Nazareth and Manny Charlton. It reached number 177 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States. The album features the single "I Wanna Be the Leader," which received moderate airplay.
- This album was released on the A&M Records label in the US and Canada. The album cover features a photograph of the band. The original working title for the album was reportedly "Last Exit."
- The album's production saw the band working with engineer John Punter, who would later work with Roxy Music. "Close Enough for Rock 'n' Roll" was the band's fifth studio album. It was the last album to feature original guitarist Manny Charlton.
Nazareth is a Scottish hard rock band formed in 1968. They are known for their blues-influenced hard rock sound and commercial success in the 1970s. "Close Enough for Rock 'n' Roll" was released during their peak commercial period, following the success of their platinum-selling album "Hair of the Dog."
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