Animal House cover

Animal House

U.D.O. · 1987

42 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal

Pounding drums and electrifying guitar riffs drive U.D.O.'s raw, adrenaline-fueled heavy metal anthems.

Why this album works

'Animal House' received critical acclaim and solidified U.D.O.'s place in metal history, reaching No. 30 on the German charts. It became a staple for fans of the genre and influenced many emerging bands in the European heavy metal scene.
Best for
steady adrenaline-fueled energy sing-along anthems for gatherings pounding rhythm for workouts
Context
Released in January 1987, 'Animal House' marked U.D.O.'s debut album after frontman Udo Dirkschneider's departure from Accept. This album established U.D.O. as a significant force in the heavy metal scene, showcasing Dirkschneider's distinctive vocal style and songwriting prowess.
Stylistic neighbors
Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Animal House Standout 4:19
  • 2 Go Back to Hell 4:32
  • 3 They Want War Standout 4:12
  • 4 Black Widow 4:29
  • 5 In the Darkness 4:03
  • 6 Lay Down the Law 3:47
  • 7 We Want It Loud 4:06
  • 8 Warrior Standout 4:12
  • 9 Coming Home 3:39
  • 10 Run for Cover 4:43

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