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Accept

Accept · 1979

36 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal

Raw and aggressive riffs fused with melodic hooks create a quintessential heavy metal sound that defined a generation.

Why this album works

'Accept' is significant for its role in pioneering the German heavy metal sound and influencing subsequent bands. It gained critical acclaim for its energetic performances and songwriting, leading to increased visibility in the international metal scene. The album laid the groundwork for Accept’s later successes, including charting on various European music charts.
Best for
steady mid-tempo headbanging energy melodic hooks for sing-alongs raw riffs for energetic play
Context
Released in January 1979, 'Accept' was the debut album for the German heavy metal band Accept. At this time, they were establishing their identity in a burgeoning heavy metal scene, influenced by bands like Judas Priest and Black Sabbath. This album set the stage for their future success and helped solidify their place in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Lady Lou Standout 3:02
  • 2 Tired of Me 3:15
  • 3 Seawinds 4:32
  • 4 Take Him in My Heart 3:32
  • 5 Sounds of War Standout 4:38
  • 6 Free Me Now 3:02
  • 7 Glad to Be Alone 5:14
  • 8 That's Rock 'n' Roll Standout 2:53
  • 9 Helldriver 2:42
  • 10 Street Fighter 3:28

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