The History of Accept

Accept is a German heavy metal band from Solingen, Germany, formed in 1976. The band's lineup has changed several times over its career and is currently composed of vocalist Udo Dirkschneider, guitarists Wolf Hoffmann and Uwe Lulis, bassist Peter Baltes and drummer Christopher Williams. Accept is considered to be an important part of the German heavy metal scene and was part of the early wave of German heavy metal, along with Scorpions, Helloween and Running Wild.

The Band's Sound

Accept has been compared to fellow German hard rock band Scorpions but with a heavier sound and more aggressive style. The band's sound is often described as a mix of traditional heavy metal and speed metal. Accept's first three albums featured a fast and aggressive style of heavy metal but their fourth album, Restless and Wild (1982), featured a more melodic sound that was heavily influenced by hard rock. The band's fifth album, Balls to the Wall (1983), was a commercial success and featured their signature song ""Balls to the Wall"".

Legacy and Influence

Accept's influence on the German heavy metal scene has been significant. The band has been cited as an influence by various bands such as Grave Digger, U.D.O., Primal Fear and Sinner. Their music has also been covered by numerous artists including Iron Maiden, Metallica and Manowar. Accept is also credited for inspiring the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The band continues to tour extensively and perform live shows around the world. They have released fifteen studio albums to date and are considered one of the most influential bands in the history of heavy metal.