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Accept - Restless and Wild

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Restless and Wild is the fourth studio album by the German heavy metal band Accept, released in 1982. It is widely regarded as a foundational release in the speed and thrash metal genres due to its notably fast tempos and aggressive guitar riffs. The opening track, "Fast as a Shark," is specifically cited by music critics as a significant early influence on the evolution of extreme metal. The album features the band's classic lineup, including vocalist Udo Dirkschneider and guitarist Wolf Hoffmann.

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When was the album Restless and Wild by Accept released?

Restless and Wild is the fourth studio album by the German heavy metal band Accept, released in 1982. It was originally released on the Brain Records label in Europe and served as a massive breakthrough for the band.

What is the opening track on Accept's Restless and Wild?

The opening track is 'Fast as a Shark,' which is widely regarded as a foundational release in the speed and thrash metal genres. Its remarkably fast tempos and aggressive guitar riffs heavily influenced later metal acts like Helloween and Metallica.

Did Restless and Wild achieve commercial success?

While it did not chart as highly in the US as their later album 'Balls to the Wall,' it was highly successful in Germany and across Europe. The album is widely recognized as a cult classic and a crucial stepping stone in the development of European heavy metal.

Who sang on Accept's Restless and Wild?

The album features the distinctive, gritty vocals of Udo Dirkschneider, which had become a defining element of Accept's sound. The twin guitar attack of Wolf Hoffmann and Jörg Fischer also takes a prominent role throughout the record.

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