Legendary Metal Icons Wolf Hoffmann, Udo Dirkschneider, and Peter Baltes Announce Epic 2025 Reunion Collaboration Album and Tour Dates –
In a thunderous announcement that’s already sending shockwaves through the metal world, iconic former Accept members Wolf Hoffmann (guitar), Udo Dirkschneider (vocals), and Peter Baltes (bass) are reuniting for a once-in-a-lifetime 2025 collaboration album and global tour. After decades apart and legendary careers both together and individually, the trio is back with a vengeance—ready to rekindle the fire that helped shape European heavy metal.
The as-yet-untitled album promises to be a raw, powerful return to form, blending Hoffmann’s signature neoclassical riffs, Baltes’ thunderous bass lines, and Udo’s unmistakable snarling vocals. Expect a sound that pays homage to their classic era while pushing into modern metal territory, with themes of rebellion, unity, and resilience.
Fans can look forward to a setlist packed with brand-new anthems alongside fan favorites from the Accept glory years—think “Fast as a Shark,” “Balls to the Wall,” and “Restless and Wild.” The tour, dubbed The Metal Reforged Tour 2025, will hit major cities across Europe, North America, South America, and Asia, with dates kicking off in early spring.
In a joint statement, the trio expressed their excitement: “This isn’t just a reunion—this is a resurrection. We’re bringing the true spirit of metal back to the stage.”
Longtime fans and newcomers alike should brace themselves for a historic moment in metal. With three of the genre’s most influential figures back together, 2025 is shaping up to be a monumental year for heavy music. Stay tuned—metal history is about to be rewritten.
