Is Predator a good place to start with Accept?

Yes, Predator is recommended as a starting point for new Accept listeners. Aggressive riffs and soaring vocals create a relentless heavy metal experience that confronts themes of struggle and defiance. Released on January 15, 1996, 'Predator' marked Accept's return after a hiatus following their 1993 album 'Death Row'. At this point, the band was revitalizing their sound with new energy, notably featuring lead vocalist Udo Dirkschneider after his brief departure, which reestablished their classic heavy metal identity.

Predator works well if you're into steady energetic flow throughout, fierce anthems for empowerment and great for workout motivation.

How many songs are on Predator?

Predator has 13 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Predator

Accept · 1996

52 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal

Aggressive riffs and soaring vocals create a relentless heavy metal experience that confronts themes of struggle and defiance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hard Attack Start here — The opening track sets the aggressive tone of the album with driving rhythms and powerful vocals that showcase Accept's signature sound.
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It Ain't Over Yet — This track features an infectious chorus and dynamic instrumentation, exemplifying the band's ability to blend melody with heavy riffs.
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Predator — The title track encapsulates the album’s themes of confrontation and resilience, driven by fierce guitar work and commanding vocal delivery.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album delivers strong compositions with energetic performances, though it may not have lasting depth for all listeners.

What we noticed

The first five tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and powerful vocals, establishing a relentless pace.
Several tracks feature dual guitar harmonies that create a dense wall of sound, particularly in 'Predator' and 'Crucified'.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady energetic flow throughout
fierce anthems for empowerment
great for workout motivation
live track captures raw energy

Maybe skip if you

prefer slower, reflective music
seek standalone radio hits

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Revitalized sound after a hiatus, showcasing continued vitality in their heavy metal style.
Themes: mid-90s metal resurgence· melodic heaviness
Career context: Released on January 15, 1996, 'Predator' marked Accept's return after a hiatus following their 1993 album 'Death Row'. At this point, the band was revitalizing their sound with new energy, notably featuring lead vocalist Udo Dirkschneider after his brief departure, which reestablished their classic heavy metal identity.
Stylistic neighbors: Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· Helloween