Restless and Wild
Accept · 1982
43 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal
A relentless surge of blistering riffs and anthemic choruses that epitomize early '80s heavy metal energy.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its impact on the speed metal genre, influencing bands like Metallica and Slayer. The track 'Fast as a Shark' is often credited as one of the first true speed metal songs, receiving critical acclaim and helping to establish Accept as key players in the heavy metal scene.
- Best for
- relentless energy for workouts sing-along anthems with friends dynamic pacing for road trips
- Context
- Restless and Wild was Accept's fourth studio album, marking a pivotal moment in their career as they transitioned from underground success to mainstream recognition. Released in 1982, it followed the band's breakthrough album, I'm a Rebel, and showcased their evolving sound with faster tempos and more intricate guitar work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fast as a Shark Standout 3:48
- 2 Restless and Wild Standout 4:11
- 3 Ahead of the Pack 3:24
- 4 Shake Your Heads 4:17
- 5 Neon Nights 6:03
- 6 Get Ready 3:41
- 7 Demon's Night 4:27
- 8 Flash Rockin' Man 4:28
- 9 Don't Go Stealing My Soul Away 3:15
- 10 Princess of the Dawn Standout 6:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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