Released 30 years ago
Predator
Accept · 1996
52 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal
A fierce blend of traditional heavy metal riffs and melodic hooks, embodying the spirit of mid-90s metal.
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 want
- prefer slower, reflective music
- seek standalone radio hits
Where this album fits
- Themes
- mid-90s metal resurgence· melodic heaviness
- Career context
- Released on January 15, 1996, 'Predator' was Accept's first album after their reformation in the early 1990s. Following a hiatus since 1993’s 'Objection Overruled', the band aimed to reclaim their position in the heavy metal scene. This album marked a significant return for the German group, showcasing their ability to adapt while staying true to their roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Iron Maiden· Helloween
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Painkiller by Judas Priest — Shares the same fierce riffs and melodic hooks that define mid-90s heavy metal.Episode by Stratovarius — Combines melodic heaviness with intricate guitar work, resonating with Accept's sound.Master of the Rings by Helloween — Captures the spirit of melodic metal with powerful vocals and dynamic arrangements similar to 'Predator'.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hard Attack 4:37
- 2 Crossroads 5:13
- 3 Making Me Scream 4:14
- 4 Diggin' in the Dirt 4:01
- 5 Lay It Down 5:01
- 6 It Ain't Over Yet 4:16
- 7 Predator 3:39
- 8 Crucified 3:01
- 9 Take Out the Crime 3:12
- 10 Don't Give a Damn 2:58
- 11 Run Through the Night 3:21
- 12 Primitive 4:35
- 13 This One's for You (live) 4:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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