Dan McCafferty

Scottish rock vocalist (Nazareth frontman)

Dan McCafferty is best known as the lead vocalist of the Scottish hard rock band Nazareth, which he helped form in 1968 in Dunfermline, Scotland. With his distinctive raspy voice, McCafferty contributed to Nazareth's signature sound and helped propel them to international fame during the 1970s. The band's hits include classics like "Hair of the Dog," "Love Hurts," and "Razamanaz." Over the years, Nazareth released a prolific number of albums, with McCafferty at the forefront until his retirement from the band in 2013 due to health issues. Despite stepping back from Nazareth, Dan McCafferty continued to pursue music, releasing solo work including his self-titled debut in 1975 and later albums such as "Last Testament" in 2019. His career spans several decades and is marked by his influential role in rock music and his ability to maintain a successful career both with Nazareth and as a solo artist.