Background
Nazareth originated in Dunfermline, Scotland, in 1961 as a cover band called The Shadettes. In their early years, they performed at local clubs and events, playing a variety of rock music and pop music.
In 1968, with the addition of guitarist Manny Charlton, the band began focusing on original material, and their sound gradually shifted toward a harder rock style.
By the late 1970s, the members took inspiration for their new name from the lyrics of "The Weight" by the Canadian-American rock band The Band, and adopted the name Nazareth. To pursue their musical career more seriously, they relocated from Scotland to London. There, the band members lived together in shared housing and began preparing for recording. They signed with Pegasus Records, marking the start of their official debut. [6]
In the summer of 1971, Nazareth recorded their debut album at London’s AIR Studios and Trident Studios. During this period, support from their manager, Bill Fehilly, and early guidance from Roger Glover, bassist of Deep Purple, played an important role in shaping the band’s early work. [6]
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