Jimmy Kay from The Metal Voice and David Reece (ex-Accept Singer) Review and React to the new ACCEPT single Life’s A Bitch Live on Youtube. Plus David Reece tells The Metal Voice that the new REECE album will be released late 2019. Reece said the new album will have some Heavy songs, also some songs will have an Eat the Heat vibe and others will be heavy Anthemic with gang vocals.
Watch here:
Today, German heavy metal powerhouse, ACCEPT, announce the addition of Martin Motnik on bass and Ava-Rebekah Rahman on violin as the band prepares to launch the Symhonic Terror Tour on April 20th in Wuppertal, Germany.
Born in Ludwigshafen, Germany, Motnik has been playing music since he was seven years old and has been a member of several bands both in Germany and the United States. He was asked by Uli Jon Roth to join him for his 2008 U.S. tour and again in 2009 and 2012. in addition to his musical talent, Motnik also has a Master’s Degree in Business from the University of Mannheim. Read more about Martin Motnik, here.
“We are overwhelme and honored by the musicians who auditioned for the open position. The level of talent we saw was unprecedented, and we believe Martin Motnik is a perfect fit as he’ll be joining us for the Symphonic Terror Tour and upcoming ACCEPT shows“, said Wolf Hoffmann, founding member of the band.
Also joining the Symphonic Terror Tour is Ava-Rebekah Rahman, a descendant of Bengali Royalty and highly esteemed violinist. Born and raised in England, Rahman is a renowned solo violinist, poet and music educator. She made her solo concert debut at the age of ten at the National Orchestra and has had an ilustrious career ever since, having played internationally with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Prague Philharmonic and many more. Read more about Ava-Rebekah Rahman, here.
“For the orchestra shows, we decided to pair an electric guitar with a violin, making for an interesting duet, and Ava-Rebekah Rahman takes it to a whole other level. The show is still very METAL, but with a classical touch,” comments Hoffmann.
See the band live on the following dates:
20.04. D Wuppertal – Stadthalle
21.04. D Leipzig – Haus Auensee
22.04. D Hamburg – Mehr! Theater
23.04. D Fürth – Stadthalle
25.04. UA Kiev – Palace Ukraine
27.04. RUS St. Petersburg – DK Lensoveta
28.04. RUS Moscow – Crocus City Hall
15.05. CZ Prague – Kongresové centrum
18.05. BG Plovdiv – Ancient Theatre
19.05. BG Plovdiv – Ancient Theatre
25.05. D Saarbrücken – Congresshalle
27.05. D Munich – Circus Krone
26.06. N Oslo – Kork at the Opera House
Get your tickets for the »Symphonic Terror« Tour in 2019 here.
To celebrate, the band will release a special 7″ vinyl single, featuring a brand new studio track titled ‘Life’s A Bitch’ as well as ‘Restless And Wild (Live at Wacken 2017)’ on the B-side, on Friday, April 19. Pre-order now: http://nblast.de/AcceptLifesABitch
Guitarist Wolf Hoffmann comments, “We love the title of the single…WHO does not agree to THAT: ‘LIFE’S A BITCH’? It is universal, even if the stories are different. EVERYBODY KNOWS WHAT THAT MEANS!”
»Life’s A Bitch« – Track Listing:
Side A: Life’s A Bitch
Side B: Restless And Wild (Live At Wacken 2017)
Order the “Symphonic Terror” album here: http://nblast.de/AcceptSymphonicTerror
Watch the recently released live clips:
‘Balls To The Wall’: https://youtu.be/nPJDhsWs-g4
‘Symphony No. 40’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pStDVnp18Zk&feature=youtu.be
‘Breaker’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7h-7dADw74&feature=youtu.be
‘Shadow Soldiers’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3Acpx8I390
ACCEPT is about to bring their »Symphonic Terror Tour« to select European stages, kicking off on April 20 in Wuppertal, Germany. To celebrate, the band will release a special 7″ vinyl single, featuring a brand new studio track titled ‘Life’s A Bitch’ as well as ‘Restless And Wild (Live at Wacken 2017)’ on the B-side, on April 19. Pre-order now: http://nblast.de/AcceptLifesABitch
Guitarist Wolf Hoffmann comments, “We love the title of the single…WHO does not agree to THAT: ‘LIFE’S A BITCH’? It is universal, even if the stories are different. EVERYBODY KNOWS WHAT THAT MEANS!”
»Life’s A Bitch« – Track Listing:
Side A: Life’s A Bitch
Side B: Restless And Wild (Live At Wacken 2017)
Order »Symphonic Terror – Live At Wacken 2017« here: http://nblast.de/AcceptSymphonicTerror
Jimmy Kay from Canada’s The Metal Voice recently spoke to former Accept singer David Reece about his new album Resilient Heart, his thoughts on the recent departure of bassist Peter Baltes from Accept, as well as his upcoming new tour Dates opening for U.D.O. in Switzerland and Germany in February 2019.
Watch the interview here:
When asked about the fan reaction to his new album Resilient heart
“The reception of the new album is unbelievable. The feedback that I am getting from my fans who have been buying my albums over the years are saying this is probably the best album I have done. I mean these are fans who have followed me for 35 years and they are saying they love it. People are buying it all over the world. I’m even getting glam metal websites sites saying it’s in their top five album of 2018. It’s been unbelievable I’m so grateful. “
When asked about the new video that will be coming out on December 5 2018
“The new video will be for the song ‘Two coins and a dead man’ on the new album which is basically about when you die they would place a coin on each eye and if you’re allowed into heaven or hell or not (old tradition) that’s the quick lyric summary. But I kind of wrote it about the devil and a woman meeting and the woman falling for him, And basically she realizes he’s the devil and then she murders him. So I’m the devil in the video with this crazy kind of Ozzy like makeup, you know with slicked back hair. The model that we had hired as the woman flaked out on me at the last moment, so I hired my wife to play that part. Yeah Nadia Reece it’s her first debut on film and she pulled it off beautifully. I’m so excited about it because it just it came together perfectly I mean the stars aligned on it. I’m planning to release it noon December 5 2018, Central European Time. “
When asked about his thoughts on the sudden departure of Peter Baltes from Accept
“I have said many times that I would not be sitting in this chair talking to Jimmy Kay at The Metal Voice or doing another interview somewhere else had it not been for the opportunity of being in Accept. Some people hated me and some people loved me in my time with the band. Some people, still hate me for that record ‘Eat the Heat’ but people in the last five years or so fans are bringing that album to me saying wow I never realize how really great the album is. I mean, if it wasn’t for the song ‘Fast as a shark’ there wouldn’t be Metallica, there wouldn’t be many of these speed metal bands that are out today. Accept opened that door and knocked it down and created metal. I have nothing but respect for Wolf Hoffman I have nothing but respect for Mark Tornillo. I saw them live in Milan Italy recently and they were fantastic and their new album is fantastic too.”I had a falling with Peter Baltes back in the day but I had never ever had nothing but the utmost respect for him, his input and his legacy in rock and roll. Peter is probably one of the greatest bass players . I wish him and Accept continued success . ”
When asked about his upcoming tour opening for U.D.O on Swiss and German Dates
“On February David Reese band will be opening as a special guest in Germany and Switzerland for U.D.O. I cannot tell you how amazing and blessed I am. I’ve known Udo Dirkschneider for a long time, I met him when he was no longer the singer of Accept. Over the years we’ve maintained a high level of respect for one another, his sons Sven had a group called Damage who opened for me in Germany back in the mid-2000s. And Udo occasionally would pop in the shows and it was kind of a big deal for the audience to see Reece standing there with Udo Dirkschneider. So I’m really excited to see how the public reacts to this upcoming tour. Right now officially there are 10 dates that we will be touring together. I cannot tell you how great I feel for this opportunity, I’m thankful from the bottom of my heart to U.D.O. and his organization.”
Reece Tour dates opening for U.D.O.
Feb.1 Heidelberg, Germany
Feb.2 Regensburg, Germany
Feb.3 Stuttgart. Germany
Feb.6 Munich, Germany
Feb.7 Pratteln, Switzerland
Feb.8 Memmingen, Germany
Feb.9 Schwalmstadt. Germany
Feb.10 Leipzig, Germany
Feb.12 Oberhausen, Germany
Feb.13 Hannover, Germany
A shocking piece of news hits the metal universe today; ACCEPT‘s founding member, Peter Baltes has recently revealed that he has quit the band! He posted the following statement:
“To all ACCEPT fans: I hereby like to announce my departure as bass player from ACCEPT. I have been with the band from the very beginning. Many of you have been there as well. I like to thank you all for the great years we shared together. Keep it metal.”
His old friend and another founding member of the band, Wolf Hoffmann has also posted his statement on his official Facebook page:
“We spent four decades together and went through thick and thin, ups and downs and I remember some incredible moments on stage. There was a blind understanding between us, personally and musically, that is very rare in this business!
Looking back, I will forever cherish the carefree early years, the countless hours we spent writing songs, goofing around or roaming the cities together on tour – just having a good ol’time!
Especially these last 10 years, after the revival of ACCEPT being so much fun and so successful that I thought we would continue forever and sail into the proverbial sunset together – maybe until one of us would drop dead on stage. But I guess I was wrong, it wasn’t meant to be.
To see Peter leave ACCEPT now saddens me immensely but there’s nothing I can do but to wish him well – hoping that this is the right decision for him and that he will find whatever he is looking for …
I will certainly miss my musical brother!
One thing is certain, however :
ACCEPT will continue full steam ahead !!
Wolf”
“And there are days that you start them with some shocking and sad news… ” Chief Editor of Metal Shock Finland, Mohsen “Stargazer” Fayazi stated, “But I know Wolf Hoffmann and his passion for Metal. He’ll do it full steam ahead! Wishing him, Peter, all other band members and of course Gaby, the best of luck and success!”
The band has recently released a live album, “Symphonic Terror – Live At Wacken 2017” on November 23rd, 2018 via Nuclear Blast. This album is a unique one, features a unique ACCEPT show, shot on August 3, 2017 at the Heavy Metal Mecca,Wacken Open Air 2017, where the band played the biggest and most extraordinary show of its career in front of 80,000, on top of thousands more fans watching via a live stream.
On November 23rd, ACCEPT will release their new masterpiece “Symphonic Terror – Live At Wacken 2017″ via Nuclear Blast – which means that it’s not long until the impressive images and the bombastic sound of this rousing fusion of metal plus a symphonic orchestra will be available all around the world.
“We are so glad we recorded this unique show – this very special concert at Wacken will always stay in our memories”, states ACCEPT guitarist and mastermind Wolf Hoffmann. And because what started as a premiere at Wacken caused a sensation and recognition worldwide, the “Symphonic Terror” will hit cities live in April 2019!
This can only mean one thing: ACCEPT will debut their great orchestra-tour throughout Europe in 2019 and today, on November 5th the band are pleased to reveal the first tour dates for Germany.
20.04.19 Wuppertal – Stadthalle
21.04.19 Leipzig – Haus Auesee
22.04.19 Hamburg – Mehr!Theater
23.04.19 Fürth – Stadthalle
25.05.19 Saarbrücken-Congresshalle
27.05.19 München-Circus Krone
Pre-order for these very special “Symphonic Terror” ACCEPT– shows 2019 will start tomorrow on 6th November 2018, 10:00 AM exklusively at EVENTIM!
General pre-order start is on Thursday, November 08th, at 10:00 AM on all channels.
Wolf Hoffmann is already filled with anticipation: “Those who couldn’t be there at Wackenhave never seen ACCEPT like this. But it’s definitely worth it! On our last tour, I personally missed the orchestra in some songs. What I can already say is this: There will be some visual and musical surprises on the Symphonic Terror-Tour, that you wouldn’t exactly expect from ACCEPT. 2019 will be exciting!”
And you can be a part of it! The pre-sale for this very special ACCEPT tour will start on November 5th 2018.
Check out the newly released video for ‘Breaker’:
“Symphonic Terror – Live at Wacken 2017” will be available in the following formats:
BluRay+2CD Digibook
DVD+2CD Digibook
2CD Digipak
3LP Box (black) incl. booklet, poster
Limited Edition 3LP Box Set (gold) incl. booklet, poster
BluRay+DVD+2CD Earbook
Limited Edition Earbook inc. BluRay+DVD+2CD + signed photo card
PRE-ORDER HERE: http://nblast.de/AcceptSymphonicTerror
Fans can expect a unique, two hour ACCEPT show, shot on August 3rd, 2017 at the legendary Wacken Open Air, where the band played the biggest and most extraordinary show of their career in front of 80,000 fans live at the festival, on top of thousands more fans watching via the live stream! The show was divided into three parts, showing the full creative power of ACCEPT: The first part hosted the premiere of new tracks ‘Die By The Sword’ and ‘Koolaid’, as well as some of their most popular songs, such as ‘Restless And Wild’ and ‘Pandemic’. The middle part hosted guitarist Wolf Hoffmann accompanied by a symphony orchestra, presenting a best-of from his recent solo album Headbangers Symphony, which includes metal versions of some of the world’s biggest classical compositions (e.g. Beethoven, Mozart, Vivaldi…). And last but not least, in the final part fans were able to bang their heads to ACCEPT anthems (also accompanied by the orchestra), such as ‘Princess Of The Dawn’, ‘Breaker’, ‘Fast As A Shark’ and ‘Metal Heart’, as well as to new songs like ‘Stalingrad’, ‘Shadow Soldiers’ and ‘Teutonic Terror’. The finale could be nothing less than an 8 minute version of their eminent hit ‘Balls To The Wall’!
“This was a mash-up of intensity and precision,” Wolf Hoffmann says about the fusion of heavy metal and classical music. “The fans are extremely open-minded,” continues Wolfhappy, “but I was nervous ’til the last minute before the show anyway. After all it’s still a metal festival! But I think that, after many years of ACCEPT combining both worlds, fans have started to really accept this concept.”
ACCEPT live:
2019
31.01. – 04.02. USA Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, FL – 70000 Tons of Metal
20.04. Wuppertal – Stadthalle
21.04. Leipzig – Haus Auensee
22.04. Hamburg – Mehr!Theater
23.04. Fürth – Stadthalle
25.05. Saarbrücken – Congresshalle
27.05. München – Circus Krone
More info:
www.acceptworldwide.com
www.facebook.com/accepttheband
www.nuclearblast.de/accept
