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PETER BALTES On ACCEPT: 'I Felt Like We Were Always Doing The Same Album Or Concept Again And Again, Only With Different Lyrics'

In a new interview with Marko Syrjala of Metal Rules, former ACCEPT and current U.D.O. bassist Peter Baltes was asked about the songwriting process in U.D.O. and how it compares to that of ACCEPT. He said: "Everyone is involved in songwriting in U.D.O. It's great because so many different writing st...
February 26, 2024
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LION'S SHARE Releases New Single And Video 'Live Forever'

Swedish heavy metal band LION'S SHARE has made a new song, "Live Forever", available on streaming services and digital service providers. LION'S SHARE singer Nils Patrik Johansson commented: "This song is truly about how you can stand up for yourself while still being someone who cares for others. I...
February 18, 2024
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LION'S SHARE Releases Cover Of DAVID BOWIE's 'Life On Mars?'

Swedish heavy metal band LION'S SHARE has released a cover version of David Bowie's "Life On Mars?", available on streaming services and digital service providers. LION'S SHARE has meticulously crafted a rendition of "Life On Mars?" that pays homage to Bowie's genius while infusing it with the raw e...
November 12, 2023
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U.D.O. Announces September/October 2024 North American Tour

U.D.O., the German metal band fronted by former ACCEPT singer Udo Dirkschneider, has announced the rescheduled dates for its North American tour. The 22-date trek, which was originally scheduled to kick off on November 3, 2023 in Frenchtown, New Jersey and make stops in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas,...
November 10, 2023
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U.D.O. Postpones North American Tour To 2024

U.D.O., the German metal band fronted by former ACCEPT singer Udo Dirkschneider, has postponed its recently announced North American tour. The 22-date trek, which was originally scheduled to kick off on November 3 in Frenchtown, New Jersey and make stops in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Los Angeles,...
October 29, 2023
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PETER BALTES On Leaving ACCEPT: 'Once You're Not Involved Anymore In The Decision Making, What's The Point?

In a new interview with Jorge Botas of Portugal's Metal Global, former ACCEPT bassist Peter Baltes was asked about his decision to exit the band in 2018 after spending more than three decades with the Wolf Hoffmann-led outfit. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "Everybody knows now....
October 18, 2023
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THE CARDS Feat. Original SAXON Guitarist PAUL QUINN: New Album, 'Generation Jukebox', Due In November

International power trio THE CARDS, featuring original, founding SAXON guitarist Paul Quinn, has released a new single, "King Kong". The track is taken from the band's upcoming second album, "Generation Jukebox", which will arrive on November 10. The group, also featuring American singer/bassist Har...
October 13, 2023
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UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER Is 'Talking About' Staging 'Big Event' In 2025 To Celebrate 50th Anniversary

German heavy metal singer Udo Dirkschneider, who started his professional career in the mid-1970s with ACCEPT, has told Belgian Jasper in a new interview that he is contemplating staging a "big event" to celebrate his decades-long involvement in the music industry. Speaking about the possibility of...
September 17, 2023
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FLOTSAM AND JETSAM Cancels U.S. Tour Dates Due To Poor Ticket Sales

Long-running Arizona metallers FLOTSAM AND JETSAM have canceled ten shows in the eastern United States due to poor ticket sales. In an official statement, the band said: "We had a logistical nightmare even trying to secure transportation and crew for this short run. "There are so many great bands on...
September 13, 2023
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UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER Knew For 'A Long Time' PETER BALTES Was Going To Leave ACCEPT

In a new interview with Robert Cavuoto of Metal Rules, original ACCEPT singer Udo Dirkschneider was asked if he was surprised to see bassist Peter Baltes exit the band in 2018 after spending more than three decades with the Wolf Hoffmann-led outfit. He responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):...
September 2, 2023
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U.D.O. Announces Fall 2023 North American Tour

U.D.O., the German metal band fronted by former ACCEPT singer Udo Dirkschneider, will embark on a North American tour this fall. The 22-date trek will kick off on November 3 in Frenchtown, New Jersey and make stops in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Columbus, Mon...
September 1, 2023
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UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER Says Younger Metal Bands Need A 'Concept' In Order To Stand Out

In a new interview with Let's Talk Music, former ACCEPT and current U.D.O. frontman Udo Dirkschneider spoke about his recent switch from longtime record label AFM to Atomic Fire. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "I was together with AFM for 14, 15 years. So then there came up a French i...
August 30, 2023
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UDO DIRKSCHNEIDER Doesn't Believe OZZY OSBOURNE Will Ever Perform Live Again: 'I Think This Is Over'

During a new appearance on the "That Metal Interview" podcast, former ACCEPT and current U.D.O. frontman Udo Dirkschneider was asked if he thinks Ozzy Osbourne will ever be well enough to be able to perform live again following his recent health issues. Udo responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH....
August 27, 2023
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Touchdown

Good old Udo Dirkschneider. 44 years since the release of the first ACCEPT album, the German legend is still bashing away on the metal frontlines. "Touchdown" is the 18th album under the U.D.O. banner and, notably, the first to feature ex-ACCEPT bassist Peter Baltes. The likelihood that this will be...
August 22, 2023
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U.D.O. To Launch North American Tour In November 2023

In a new interview with George Dionne of KNAC.COM, former ACCEPT and current U.D.O./ DIRKSCHNEIDER frontman Udo Dirkschneider was asked if there is any chance that his fans in America will get to see him perform this year. Udo, who turned 71 in April, responded (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET):...
August 17, 2023