More than 50 years later, the song remains a rock radio staple despite its unconventional structure, extended solo, and ...

Ted Nugent says his record label tried to keep him from recording "Stranglehold" for his debut album. He didn't listen, of course. Instead the eight minute-long epic quickly became Nugent's signature ...

Gaining titles like Uncle Ted, The Nuge, and Motor City Madman, Ted Nugent gained stardom thanks to his guitar skills and energetic concerts. But outside of the studio, Nugent is extremely outspoken ...

Pearl Jam put their own spin on Ted Nugent’s 1975 single “Stranglehold,” changing the lyrics to make it an anti-gun anthem. The moment took place during Pearl Jam’s concert in Baltimore on Thursday, ...

In 1975, Ted Nugent launched his solo career with a song that ignored nearly every convention of radio-friendly rock. Lasting more than eight minutes, "Stranglehold" featured extended instrumental ...

When it comes to cover songs, the best ones are always when the band doing the cover puts their own spin on a known track. Think Ghost‘s cover of “Here Comes the Sun” or Johnny Cash’s rendition of the ...

Ted Nugent is heading to your house. The Motor City Madman will air a full-length concert via pay-per-view “livestream” on Saturday, April 4. The 17-song Stranglehold 50th Bash was shot Aug. 31, 2025 ...

With hits like “Stranglehold” and “Cat Scratch Fever,” Ted Nugent has amassed legions of fans throughout his six-decade career. With his outspoken beliefs on politics and gun ownership, he’s likely ...

Pearl Jam put their own spin on Ted Nugent’s 1975 single “Stranglehold,” changing the lyrics to make it an anti-gun anthem. The moment took place during Pearl Jam’s concert in Baltimore on Thursday, ...