ANKH TV

Close Enough for Rock ‘n’ Roll is the seventh studio album by the Scottish hard rock band Nazareth, released in 1976.

Track list

All lyrics are written by Manny Charlton, Dan McCafferty, Pete Agnew, Darrell Sweet unless otherwise noted.

No.	Title	Writer(s)	Length
1.	“Telegram” “Part 1: On Your Way” “Part 2: So You Wanna Be a Rock ‘n’ Roll Star” “Part 3: Sound Check” “Part 4: Here We Are Again”	Agnew, Charlton, McCafferty, Sweet, Roger McGuinn, Chris Hillman	7:54
2.	“Vicki”		2:24
3.	“Homesick Again”		4:30
4.	“Vancouver Shakedown”		4:04
5.	“Born Under the Wrong Sign”		3:56
6.	“Loretta”		3:18
7.	“Carry Out Feelings”		3:18
8.	“Lift the Lid”		3:51
9.	“You’re the Violin”	Jeff Barry	4:43

About Close Enough for Rock ‘n’ Roll – Full Album

Close Enough for Rock ’n’ Roll is the seventh studio album by Scottish hard rock band Nazareth, released in 1976. Coming at the peak of the band’s classic era, the album captures Nazareth at their most confident, blending hard rock power with bluesy swagger and an unmistakable sense of attitude.

Musically, the album delivers gritty guitar riffs, driving rhythms, and bold vocal performances, anchored by Dan McCafferty’s raw and raspy voice. Songs like “Telegram” and “Vicki” showcase the band’s ability to balance heaviness with melody, while the album’s loose, energetic feel reflects the spirit of mid-1970s rock ’n’ roll without unnecessary polish.

Lyrically, Close Enough for Rock ’n’ Roll leans into themes of life on the road, excess, rebellion, and rock culture itself, often with humor and self-awareness. The record feels spontaneous and direct, capturing the sound of a band fully comfortable with its identity and audience.

Often considered one of Nazareth’s strongest releases, the album stands as a solid example of classic 70s hard rock, preserving the raw edge and authenticity that made the band a lasting presence in rock history.

---