Description: ARTIST: Accept TITLE: Balls to the Wall LABEL: Epic – 144836, Epic – 144.836, Portrait – 144836, Portrait – 144.836 RECORD GRADING: VG SLEEVE GRADING: VG (See pics) NOTES: Original Brazilian pressing from 1984 Accept is a German heavy metal band that played a crucial role in the development of speed and thrash metal, emerging in the 1970s. Known for their aggressive sound, twin-guitar attack, and Udo Dirkschneider's distinctively rough vocals, Accept became one of the most influential bands in the heavy metal scene. Released in 1983, Balls to the Wall is Accept's fifth studio album and their most commercially successful. It stands as a defining record of the early 1980s heavy metal scene. The title track, "Balls to the Wall," is perhaps their most iconic song, known for its powerful, anthemic riff and rebellious spirit. The song’s lyrics, dealing with themes of rebellion and resistance against oppression, resonated with audiences during a time of political tension. The album as a whole mixes hard-hitting riffs, melodic solos, and fist-pumping choruses. Tracks like "London Leatherboys," "Fight It Back," and "Turn Me On" showcase the band’s ability to balance aggression with catchy songwriting. Balls to the Wall has a darker, more mature lyrical focus compared to earlier records, and its sound laid the groundwork for the thrash and power metal bands that followed in the late '80s. The album’s production is crisp and punchy, enhancing the powerful nature of the music. With its iconic cover art and title track, Balls to the Wall cemented Accept’s status as one of the premier heavy metal bands of the '80s. 50 Similar Artists to AcceptJudas PriestSaxonIron MaidenScorpionsU.D.O.Grave DiggerHelloweenRunning WildManowarW.A.S.P.KrokusDioMotörheadWarlockDokkenRattTwisted SisterQuiet RiotArmored SaintSavatageSinnerAnvilRiotVirgin SteelePrimal FearHammerFallPretty MaidsSaxonBonfireVicious RumorsMetal ChurchVandenbergLizzy BordenY&TLoudnessDiamond HeadTokyo BladeJag PanzerCirith UngolTygers of Pan TangBattleaxeGrim ReaperVenomRavenSamsonTankSatanFates WarningCrimson GloryKing DiamondThese artists span traditional heavy metal, NWOBHM, and power metal, sharing Accept’s high-energy sound, melodic solos, and heavy riffing. Many of these bands also played pivotal roles in the evolution of heavy metal during the 1980s.____ All records ship both domestically (USPS Media Mail) and Internationally (USPS), and will be packed/protected like a pro with experience.
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Artist: AC/DC, Accept, Dio, Helloween, Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Kiss, Krokus, Quiet Riot, Riot, Savatage, Saxon, Scorpions, udo, grave digger, jag panzer, stormwitch, armored saint
Speed: 33 RPM
Record Label: Epic
Release Title: balls to the wall
Case Type: Cardboard Sleeve
Custom Bundle: No
Color: Black
Material: Vinyl
Inlay Condition: Very Good (VG)
Edition: First Pressing, Live
Type: LP
Format: Record
Record Grading: Very Good (VG)
Language: English
Release Year: 1984
Sleeve Grading: Very Good (VG)
Record Size: 12"
Style: Acid Rock, Art Rock, Blues Rock, Classic Rock, Country Rock, Deutschrock, Experimental Rock, Garage Rock, Glam Rock, Hard Rock, Jazz Rock, Kraut Rock, Post-Rock, Progressive Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Rockabilly, Rockabilly/Psychobilly
Features: Original Inner Sleeve
Genre: Metal
Country/Region of Manufacture: Brazil
