TED NUGENT NUGENT ATL 50898 12" LP Vinyl Album

Ted Nugent's 1982 album "Nugent" is a classic example of his hard rock sound with heavy guitar riffs and powerful vocals. The album was a commercial success and had political themes. It continues to influence hard rock and heavy metal music today. This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.

 

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The Ted Nugent Nugent album was released in 1982, marking the 6th solo album of the American rock musician Ted Nugent. The album received mixed reviews upon its release, but it was still a commercial success, reaching number 38 on the Billboard 200 chart. Nugent was known for his energetic live performances and his love for hard rock, and this album was no exception.

The Ted Nugent Nugent album is a classic example of Nugent's hard rock sound, characterized by heavy guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and powerful vocals. The album was produced by Tom Werman, who had previously worked with Nugent on his 1977 album Cat Scratch Fever, and features contributions from Nugent's longtime bandmates Derek St. Holmes on guitar and vocals, and Cliff Davies on drums. The album also features guest appearances from guitarist Rick Derringer and keyboardist Alan St. Jon.

The lyrics on the Ted Nugent Nugent album are typical of Nugent's style, featuring themes of sex, drugs, and rock and roll. Many of the songs on the album are about relationships, with Nugent singing about his love for women on tracks like "Tied Up in Love" and "Lonely Tonite."

The Ted Nugent Nugent album was a commercial success, but it was not as well-received critically as Nugent's previous albums. Despite this, the album's influence can still be felt in the hard rock and heavy metal genres today. Nugent's guitar playing has been cited as an influence by numerous musicians, including Eddie Van Halen, Slash, and Steve Vai.

This album "TED NUGENT - Nugent" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, and artwork/photos

Nugent is the seventh studio album by the American hard rock guitarist Ted Nugent, released in 1982.

Music Genre:

Americana Hard Rock 

Album Production Information:

The album: "TED NUGENT - Nugent" was produced by: Ted Nugent for Crosshair Productions

Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Larry Brown

This album was recorded at: Pasha Music House, Hollywood, California, April 1982

Album cover design: Ross M. Marino

Album cover photography: Ross M. Marino

Record Label Information:

Black Label Atlantic ATL 50 898

Media Format:

12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

1982 Made in USA
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: TED NUGENT - Nugent
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Ted Nugent - guitars, 6 string bass, lead vocals, producer, mixing
  • Derek St. Holmes - lead vocals
  • Dave Kiswiney - bass, backing vocals
  • Carmine Appice - drums, backing vocals

    Carmine Appice (born 15 December1946) is an American rock drummer. He is best known for his associations with Vanilla Fudge; Cactus; the power trio Beck, Bogert & Appice; Rod Stewart; King Kobra; and Blue Murder. He is also Vinny Appice's older brother.

    Appice received classical music training, and was influenced early on by the work of jazz drummers Buddy Rich and Gene Krupa. Appice first came to prominence as the drummer with the late 1960s psychedelic band Vanilla Fudge. He contributed distinctive background harmonies with bassist Tim Bogert. After five albums, the pair left Vanilla Fudge to form the blues rock quartet Cactus, with vocalist Rusty Day and guitarist Jim McCarty.

    In 1972, Appice and Bogert formed the power trio Beck, Bogert & Appice with guitarist Jeff Beck. The band released two albums, Beck, Bogert & Appice (1972) and Triumvirate (1974), before disbanding.

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    In 1976, Appice joined Rod Stewart's band, touring, recording, and writing two of Stewart's biggest hits, "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy" and "Young Turks". He left Stewart to record his first solo album, Rockers (1977), and tour Japan and North America with an all-star band.

    In the early 1980s, Appice toured with Ozzy Osbourne and Ted Nugent. In the mid-1980s, he formed King Kobra for two Capitol albums and international touring. And in the late 1980s, Carmine played on a Pink Floyd record Momentary Lapse of Reason (1987) and formed Blue Murder with Whitesnake's John Sykes and The Firm's Tony Franklin.

    In the 1990s, Appice continued to record and tour with various artists, including Leslie West, Jeff Beck, and Vanilla Fudge. He also released several solo albums, including Carmine Appice's Guitar Zeus (2019) and Energy Overload (2021).

    Appice is a highly respected drummer who has been praised for his technical skill, versatility, and creativity. He is considered one of the most influential drummers in rock history and has been inducted into the Classic Drummer Hall of Fame (2013) and the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame (2014).

    Appice is married to radio personality Leslie Gold and lives in New York City. He has two children from a previous marriage.

    Here are some of Carmine Appice's most notable achievements:

    • nducted into the Classic Drummer Hall of Fame in 2013
    • Inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame in 2014
    • Played with Vanilla Fudge, Cactus, Beck, Bogert & Appice, Rod Stewart, King Kobra, and Blue Murder
    • Recorded over 40 albums
    • Released several solo albums
    • Taught drumming clinics and workshops worldwide
    • Authored several books on drumming
    • Considered one of the most influential drummers in rock history
    Carmine Appice is a true legend of rock drumming. He has influenced countless drummers over the years and continues to be a force in the music industry.

  • Donnie Backus - piano
  • Randy Bishop, Bart Bishop, D.C. Hawks, Mark Gerhardt, Verne Wagner, Jude Cole, Shawn Murphy, Rick Wagoner, Kurt Wagoner - background vocals
Complete Track-listing of the album "TED NUGENT - Nugent"

The detailed tracklist of this record "TED NUGENT - Nugent" is:

    Track-listing :
  1. "No, No, No" - 3:39
  2. "Bound and Gagged" - 4:34
  3. "Habitual Offender" - 3:09
  4. "Fightin' Words" - 3:59
  5. "Good and Ready" - 4:19
  6. "Ebony" - 4:26
  7. "Don't Push Me" - 2:34
  8. "Can't Stop Me Now" - 2:35
  9. "We're Gonna Rock Tonight" - 3:21
  10. "Tailgunner" - 7:03
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Ted Nugent: The Controversial Rock Icon of the 70s and 80s

TED NUGENT Band Information:

Ted Nugent, born Theodore Anthony Nugent on December 13, 1948, is an American rock musician, guitarist, and political activist. Nugent first gained fame as the lead guitarist of the band The Amboy Dukes in the late 1960s before launching a successful solo career in the 1970s and 1980s.

During the 1970s, Nugent emerged as one of the most popular and influential guitarists of his generation. His music was a mix of hard rock, blues, and psychedelic sounds that appealed to a wide range of audiences. He released a series of albums throughout the decade that showcased his virtuosic guitar playing and songwriting abilities.

One of Nugent's most successful albums of the 1970s was his 1975 release, "Ted Nugent." The album featured the hit singles "Stranglehold" and "Hey Baby," which helped to establish Nugent as a major force in rock music. "Stranglehold" in particular, with its extended guitar solo and infectious riff, became one of Nugent's signature songs and a staple of classic rock radio.

Nugent's live performances during this time were also legendary, with his high-energy shows and electrifying guitar solos captivating audiences across the country. He often performed shirtless, with his long hair and wild stage antics adding to his rock-star persona.

In addition to his music, Nugent also became known for his controversial political views during the 1970s. He was a vocal supporter of the Second Amendment and an advocate for hunting and conservation. He also spoke out against drug use and promoted a clean and healthy lifestyle.

Nugent's political views were reflected in his music as well, with many of his songs dealing with themes of freedom, individualism, and the American way of life. His 1977 album, "Cat Scratch Fever," featured the title track, which became another one of Nugent's signature songs. The album also included tracks like "Wang Dang Sweet Poontang" and "Live It Up," which showcased Nugent's raunchier side.

Despite his success during the 1970s, Nugent's popularity began to wane in the 1980s. The rise of MTV and the emergence of new wave and pop music made Nugent's brand of hard rock seem outdated. He released a string of albums throughout the decade, but they failed to recapture the commercial success of his earlier work.

In addition to his music, Nugent also became increasingly involved in politics during the 1980s. He was a vocal supporter of Ronald Reagan and the Republican Party and used his platform to promote conservative causes and ideals.

Despite his controversial views and declining popularity, Nugent remained a cultural icon during the 1980s. He continued to tour and perform, and his live shows remained popular with his hardcore fan base. He also continued to influence a new generation of guitarists, many of whom were inspired by his virtuosic playing and wild stage presence.