WOLF HOFFMANN: The 'Time Hasn't Come Yet' To Begin Working On All-New ACCEPT Studio Album

In a new interview with Anfetamina Y Rock, guitarist Wolf Hoffmann of German/American heavy metal legends ACCEPT, who recently released their 50th-anniversary album "Teutonic Titans 1976–2026", spoke about a possible follow-up to the band's latest collection of all-new material, 2024's "Humanoid". He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I haven't done anything yet [in terms of writing new music]. Because I know we wanna make a new studio album, but to me, it's very difficult to do multitasking, Right now, this year is focused on ACCEPT's 50-year celebration, and maybe part of next year as well. And then when the time is right, we're gonna go back into the studio and lock ourselves in and go full force and write songs, but that time hasn't come yet. 'Cause I never write stuff... I'm not good at doing this stuff on the side. Right now, for instance, if I'm doing interviews [to promote 'Teutonic Titans 1976–2026'] and doing things like... I can't just pick up a guitar 10 minutes from now and start writing a great song, just because my frame of mind is — it's not right, if you know what I mean. I need to get into the zone and then start focusing on that shit, and really stay on it every day, and then stuff will happen."

Asked what he is most proud of when it comes to ACCEPT's career, and if there is still something he would like to achieve, Wolf said: "I'm super proud and super happy where we are right now, especially with this 50-year thing. This has gone so well, so much better than I could ever have hoped for, that I can't really think of much that I would wanna still achieve. I mean, I still have the feeling that the best song hasn't been written yet, and I still believe the best show hasn't been played yet. So I'm still thinking we're right in the middle of it, and the best is yet to come. If there was like a Nobel Prize for heavy metal, that would be nice, but that doesn't exist."

"Humanoid" came out in April 2024 via Napalm Records. The LP was once again produced, recorded, mixed and mastered by critically acclaimed heavy metal producer Andy Sneap.

ACCEPT's 50th-anniversary album, "Teutonic Titans 1976–2026", was released on September 4, 2026 via Napalm Records.

Led by Wolf, the longtime architect of ACCEPT's sound, the band is joined by a staggering 50 guests across 19 reimagined versions of their biggest tracks. "Teutonic Titans 1976-2026" is ACCEPT's most ambitious and star-studded release to date.

Chronologically progressing through albums from their formative years, from "I'm A Rebel" (1980) to "Eat The Heat" (1989),ACCEPT present their songs with an all-new, all-star lineup, alongside the signature voice of Mark Tornillo and Wolf Hoffmann's unmistakable riffs. By enlisting a who's who of metal, no two songs on "Teutonic Titans 1976-2026" are the same. Every track features a different combination of vocals, guitars, bass, and drums, giving each classic a fresh edge.

Tobias Forge (GHOST) delivers a commanding performance on the track "Save Us" ("I'm A Rebel", 1980),joined by Ray Luzier on drums. Philip Anselmo (PANTERA),Kirk Hammett (METALLICA) and Mikkey Dee (SCORPIONS) tear through the speed metal classic "Fast As A Shark" ("Restless And Wild", 1982). "Balls To The Wall" surges with the powerful range of Rob Halford (JUDAS PRIEST),alongside the guitar work of Matthias Jabs (SCORPIONS),while the reimagined "Love Child" is elevated by Billy Corgan (SMASHING PUMPKINS) and David Ellefson (MEGADETH) (both songs from "Balls To The Wall", 1983).

Other guest stars on ACCEPT's extraordinary release include K.K. Downing (JUDAS PRIEST),Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth (OVERKILL),Hansi Kürsch (BLIND GUARDIAN),Chris Jericho (FOZZY),Ralf Scheepers (PRIMAL FEAR),Billy Sheehan (MR. BIG),Ola Englund (THE HAUNTED) and Jeff Loomis (NEVERMORE). The re-recording of "Hellhammer" ("Eat The Heat", 1989) was performed by ACCEPT's current lineup: Wolf Hoffmann, bassist Martin Motnik, guitarist Philip Shouse and drummer Christopher Williams, joined by Jason McMaster (DANGEROUS TOYS) on vocals.

Over the past five decades, ACCEPT has sold millions of albums and inspired countless musicians. Their energetic live performances and iconic albums such as "Balls To The Wall", "Restless And Wild" and "Metal Heart" have left a lasting mark on the heavy metal genre. Hoffmann's guitar style and musical vision have made the band one of the most respected on the heavy metal scene.

After a hiatus in the band's career, Wolf was introduced to New Jersey singer Mark Tornillo in 2009. The chemistry and fit between them was so remarkable, ACCEPT reformed and almost immediately rose to global success with chart-topping albums. ACCEPT continues to be celebrated for each of their new records with Mark, who is now the longest-reigning frontman of ACCEPT, placing the Hoffmann-Tornillo partnership firmly in the Metal Hall Of Fame.

For decades, ACCEPT has been recognized as a guarantee of high quality and each of their albums has reached the top of the charts, delivering energy, melodies, killer riffs and an impressively powerful stage presence for 50 years.

Tornillo joined ACCEPT in 2009 as the replacement for Udo Dirkschneider, who was the band's original lead singer. Mark can be heard on ACCEPT's last six studio albums.

ACCEPT 2026 is:

Wolf Hoffmann - Guitar
Mark Tornillo - Vocals
Philip Shouse - Guitar
Christopher Williams - Drums
Martin Motnik - Bass

Press photo credit: Robert John