Accept
Chicken Shack · 1970
76 min · 25 tracks · blues
A blend of soulful blues and raw rock energy that captures the spirit of late '60s Britain.
Accept is an album by Chicken Shack, released in 1970. A blend of soulful blues and raw rock energy that captures the spirit of late '60s Britain. The album features the iconic track 'I'd Rather Go Blind,' which has become a classic within the blues genre and was popularized further by Etta James. Its critical reception helped establish Chicken Shack as a significant act in the British blues movement during this era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Accept sound like?
A blend of soulful blues and raw rock energy that captures the spirit of late '60s Britain. Rooted in blues.
What makes Accept by Chicken Shack notable?
The album features the iconic track 'I'd Rather Go Blind,' which has become a classic within the blues genre and was popularized further by Etta James. Its critical reception helped establish Chicken Shack as a significant act in the British blues movement during this era. Released in early 1970, 'Accept' is Chicken Shack's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough with 'O.K. Ken!' in 1969. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the blues-rock scene, showcasing a maturation of sound and lyrical depth.
How many songs are on Accept?
Accept has 25 tracks, running approximately 76 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Diary of Your Life Standout 3:05
- 2 Pocket 3:22
- 3 Never Ever 2:40
- 4 Sad Clown 2:40
- 5 Maudie Standout 2:51
- 6 Telling Your Fortune 4:21
- 7 Tired Eyes 2:03
- 8 Some Other Time 3:05
- 9 Going Round 2:31
- 10 Andalucian Blues 2:19
- 11 You Knew You Did You Did 2:24
- 12 She Didn’t Use Her Loaf 4:11
- 13 It’s Okay With Me Baby (single A side) 2:38
- 14 When My Left Eye Jumps (single B side) 6:28
- 15 Hey Baby (single B Side) 3:37
- 16 I’d Rather Go Blind (single A side) 3:15
- 17 Tears in the Wind 2:43
- 18 Night Is When It Matters 2:00
- 19 Telling Your Fortune 4:14
- 20 You Knew You Did You Did 2:04
- 21 Midnight Hour 2:27
- 22 Hey Baby 2:13
- 23 Things You Put Me Through 3:45
- 24 Get Like You Used to Be 2:52
- 25 I’d Rather Go Blind 2:57
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