Accept - Staying A Life - 2LP vinyl album teutonic heavy metal

"Staying a Life" is a double live album by Accept. It was recorded in Osaka, Japan in 1985. It was released in 1990, shortly after the band's first breakup. It was mixed by Uli Baronowsky at Dierks Studios

Album Front cover photo of : Accept Staying A Life 2LP

Staying a Life: A Sonic Snapshot of Teutonic Titans Accept in Their Prime

Album Description:

In the world of heavy metal history, few bands embody the raw power and unbridled energy of Germany's Accept. Their relentless touring schedule and unwavering commitment to their craft solidified their position as one of the genre's most influential acts. "Staying a Life," a double live album capturing the band at the peak of their prowess, stands as a testament to their enduring legacy.

Historical Context

Released in 1990, amidst the tumultuous backdrop of Accept's first breakup, "Staying a Life" serves as a poignant time capsule. Recorded in Osaka, Japan, during their 1985 "Metal Heart" tour, the album encapsulates a pivotal moment in the band's career. The raw energy and unfiltered intensity of their performance reflect the band's unwavering dedication to their fans and their unwavering commitment to delivering a visceral live experience.

Musical Exploration

"Staying a Life" is a sonic journey through Accept's discography, showcasing their signature blend of Teutonic heavy metal. From the anthemic "Metal Heart" to the breakneck speed of "Fast as a Shark," the album captures the essence of their musical identity. Udo Dirkschneider's distinctive vocals, soaring above Wolf Hoffmann's blistering guitar riffs, create a sonic landscape that is both aggressive and melodic.

The album's tracklist reads like a greatest hits collection, featuring fan favorites like "Breaker," "Restless and Wild," and "Balls to the Wall." The band's tight musicianship and undeniable stage presence shine through on each track, making "Staying a Life" an essential listening experience for any fan of heavy metal.

Genre and Influences

Accept's music is deeply rooted in the traditions of heavy metal, drawing inspiration from the likes of Judas Priest, Scorpions, and UFO. Their sound is characterized by powerful vocals, driving rhythms, and intricate guitar work. "Staying a Life" showcases the band's ability to seamlessly blend aggression with melody, creating a sound that is both heavy and accessible.

Production and Recording

The album was mixed by Uli Baronowsky at Dierks Studios, known for their work with other legendary metal bands such as Scorpions and Helloween. Baronowsky's expertise in capturing the raw energy of live performances is evident on "Staying a Life," ensuring that the album's sound is both powerful and dynamic.

Music Genre:

German Heavy Speed Metal

Record Label & Catalognr:

RCA NL74720, BMG Ariola Hamburg

Album Packaging:

Gatefold/FOC (Fold Open Cover) Album Cover Design. This album includes the original 12" insert with a review (in German) of the Accept band by Andreas Kraatz

Media Format:

12" Vinyl LP Gramophone Record
Album weight: 380 gram

Year & Country:

1990 Made in Germany

Band Members and Musicians on: Accept Staying A Life 2LP

Udo Dirkschneider - Vocals
Udo Dirkschneider – Vocals
I still hear his bark in my head whenever "Fast as a Shark" lights the fuse. Read more...
Udo Dirkschneider is the rasping tank-commander who made Accept's choruses feel like steel boots on concrete. I heard him first with Accept (1976-1987), and by the early '80s he was turning "Fast as a Shark" into a riot alarm, then stomping out "Balls to the Wall" and "Metal Heart" with that clipped, unforgiving bark. He quit in 1987, built U.D.O. (1987-1992; 1996-present) to keep the machine running when the business wanted prettier noises, returned for Accept stints (1992-1997; 2005), and later toured as DIRKSCHNEIDER (2015-2016) to give the classics a proper bruising. He doesn't sing at you; he drills through you, like a shout trapped inside a turbine. That voice is half attitude, half armor.
Udo Dirkschneider Wiki
Wolf Hoffmann: Guitars
Jörg Fischer: Guitars
Peter Baltes: Bass Guitar
Stefan Kaufmann - Drums, Guitars (Stefan Kaufmann joined Accept as drummer early enough to appear on the cover photos for their debut album, but too late to record the drums for the album (that was done by Frank Friedrich).)
Wolf Hoffman

Complete Track Listing of: Accept Staying A Life 2LP

The Song/tracks on "Accept Staying A Life 2LP" are

Record One:

Metal Heart

Breaker

Screaming for a Love-Bite

Up to the Limit

Living for Tonight

Princess of the Dawn

Neon Nights

Burning

Record Two:

Head over Heels

Guitar Solo Wolf

Restless and Wild

Son of a Bitch

London Leatherboys

Love Child

Flash Rockin' man

Dogs on Leads

Fast as a Shark

Balls to the Wall

Outro (Bound to Fail)

Album Front cover photo of : Accept Staying A Life 2LP

Additional photos of the Accept album: Staying Alive

Photos of Accept performing live on-stage, album back cover Staying A Life

Photos of Accept performing live on-stage, album back cover Staying A Life

Fireworks and liner nodes on inside of Staying A Life Gatefold cover side one

Fireworks and liner nodes on inside of Staying A Life Gatefold cover side one

Fireworks and liner nodes on inside of Staying A Life Gatefold cover Side Two

Fireworks and liner nodes on inside of Staying A Life Gatefold cover Side Two

Close-up photo of the RCA Record Label with catalognr NL74720 of "Staying A Life"

Close-up photo of the RCA Record Label with catalognr NL74720 of "Staying A Life" Close-up photo of the RCA Record Label with catalognr NL74720 of "Staying A Life"

Note: the above pictures are actual photos of the album and allow you to judge the quality of cover. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash.

Index of ACCEPT (Band, Germany ) 1980s Vinyl Discography

ACCEPT - Accept ( self-titled )

BRAIN 0060.188 , 1979 , Germany

"ACCEPT" is the self-titled debut album released by the German heavy metal band Accept. It was recorded in 1978 and released in early 1979 on the German label Brain Records. Drums on the record are played by Frank Friedrich, but he chose not to pursue a professional music career

Accept ( self-titled ) 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Balls to the Wall

RCA PL 70186 / LC 0316 , 1983 , Germany

ACCEPT's iconic "Balls to the Wall" 12" LP, a cornerstone of heavy metal, delivers relentless energy and anthemic tracks. Released in 1983, the album's raw power, Udo Dirkschneider's distinct vocals, and socially conscious lyrics solidified its place in music history.

Balls to the Wall 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Best of Accept

Brain 811 994 , 1983 , Germany

"Best of Accept" is a compilation album by German heavy metal band Accept, released in 1983. The songs on the album were pulled from Accept's earliest four solo albums, namely Accept, I'm a Rebel, Breaker, and Restless and Wild

Best of Accept Orig Brain 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Breaker

Brain Records 0060.390 , 1981 , Germany

Released in 1981 on Brain Records, "Breaker" is Accept's third studio album and a definitive heavy metal classic. It features raw energy, powerful vocals by Udo Dirkschneider, and iconic tracks like "Starlight" and the title track "Breaker." This 12" vinyl LP captures the band's early sound

Breaker 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Eat the Heat

RCA PL74083 , 1989 , Made in Germany

"Eat the Heat" is the 1989 release by German Heavy metal band Accept. It was recorded at Dierks-Studios, in Cologne, from September 1988 to January 1989. Although Jim Stacey is presented as guitar player in the band on the album cover, the cover text also states that all guitars are by Wolf Hoffmann.

Eat the Heat 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Hungry Years

Metronome Music GmbH 831 077-1 , 1987 , Made in Uk ( United Kingdom )

Accept's "Hungry Years Digital Remix" is a compilation album that offers a fresh take on the band's early catalog. Released in 1987, the album features digitally remastered versions of songs from their second, third, and fourth albums, including "Fast as a Shark," "Restless and Wild," and "Balls to the Wall."

Hungry Years 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - I'm a Rebel

BRAIN 0060.389 , 1980 , Made in Germany

Accept's 2nd album, "I'm a Rebel" (title-less), is a raw, high-energy heavy metal record. Though not as polished as their later work, it showcases Udo Dirkschneider's distinct vocals, Wolf Hoffmann's powerful guitar riffs, and the band's signature sound in its early stages.

I'm a Rebel 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Kaizoku-Ban / Live in Japan

RCA NG70941 , 1985 , Made in Germany

Accept's 'Kaizoku-Ban' is a live mini album that unleashes a sonic storm of heavy metal energy. Recorded in Nagoya, Japan in 1985, this genuine 1st issue vinyl LP captures the raw power of a legendary performance. Udo Dirkschneider's commanding vocals, Wolf Hoffmann's scorching guitars

Kaizoku-Ban / Live in Japan 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Metal Heart

RCA PL 70638 , 1985 , Made in Germany

Accept's "Metal Heart" (1985) is a landmark heavy metal album showcasing the band's signature sound of powerful riffs, soaring vocals, and anthemic choruses. Tracks like "Metal Heart," "Midnight Mover," and "Screaming for a Love-Bite" explore themes of technology, rebellion, and love with a hard-hitting edge.

Metal Heart 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Metal Masters

RCA PL 70638 , 1985 , Made in Germany

Accept's "Metal Masters" is a double LP compilation album showcasing the band's early raw energy and signature heavy metal sound. Featuring tracks from their first two albums, "I'm a Rebel" and "Breaker," this collection highlights Udo Dirkschneider's powerful vocals and the band's driving riffs.

Metal Masters 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Restless and Wild

Venus Records / Polydor 810 987 , 1983 , Made in France

This is the French release of "Restless and Wild" by the German Heavy Metal band "ACCEPT" and has been released on the Venus records. The album front cover shows the Accept band live on stage and this front cover is different from other European releases (which show two white "Gibson Flying V" guitars

Restless and Wild 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Restless and Wild

BRAIN 0060.513 , 1982 , Germany

Accept's "Restless and Wild" (1982) is a seminal heavy metal album that marked a turning point in the band's career. With its faster tempos, aggressive riffs, and anthemic choruses, the album solidified Accept's signature sound and launched them into the international spotlight.

Restless and Wild 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Russian Roulette

RCA PL 70972 / LC 0316 , 1986 , Made in Germany

"Russian Roulette" is the 1986 release by German heavy metal band Accept. It was again recorded at Dierks-Studios, but the band chose to self-produce rather than bring back Dieter Dierks as producer. It would be the last Accept album to feature Udo Dirkschneider as lead vocalist

Russian Roulette 12" Vinyl LP

ACCEPT - Staying A Life

RCA NL74720, BMG Ariola Hamburg , 1990 , Germany

Accept's "Staying a Life" (1990) is a double live album capturing the band's electrifying performance in Osaka, Japan during their "Breaker" world tour. This iconic recording showcases their signature heavy metal sound, powerful vocals, and energetic stage presence.

Staying A Life 12" Vinyl LP