Ted Nugent's "Stranglehold" almost found itself choked out by the record label before fans ever would get a chance to hear it. That's the story that the legendarily outspoken guitarist and hunter is ...

Some songs become classics by following the formula. Ted Nugent's "Stranglehold" became one by ignoring it (with a f--- you to boot). Released on Nugent's 1975 self-titled solo debut, "Stranglehold" ...

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 ...

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 ...

In a new interview with Roc Doc's Podcast, Ted Nugent spoke about how he came up with his iconic rock anthem "Stranglehold", which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. He said (as ...

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, ...

Having a career in country music since the 1960s, Ted Nugent did more than record hits songs like “Great White Buffalo” and “Cat Scratch Fever.” He also gained more than a few nicknames that included ...