U.D.O. is a German heavy metal band founded in Solingen in 1987 by vocalist Udo Dirkschneider after his departure from Accept, one of the genre's pioneering acts. The band has released 19 studio albums over nearly four decades - from the debut "Animal House" (1987) through "Touchdown" (2023) - maintaining a hard, uncompromising sound that earned them a loyal following across Europe and beyond. Dirkschneider's instantly recognizable raspy voice remains the band's trademark, and the current lineup includes his son Sven on drums and former Accept bassist Peter Baltes.
U.D.O. announced the 'Triple Anniversary Tour 2027', a European tour celebrating Udo Dirkschneider's 75th birthday, 40 years of U.D.O., and the band's upcoming 20th studio album.
Guitarist Andrey Smirnov parted ways with U.D.O. and was replaced by new guitarist Alen Brentini.
Udo Dirkschneider confirmed the Dirkschneider 'Balls to the Wall' anniversary tour would continue through summer 2026, with festivals and further dates planned.
U.D.O. released their 19th studio album 'Touchdown' via Atomic Fire Records, which charted at #10 in Germany.
Former Accept bassist Peter Baltes was officially announced as a permanent member of U.D.O.
Legendary band U.D.O. embarks on the Triple Anniversary Tour 2027. The concert takes place in Leipzig.
Legendary band U.D.O. embarks on the Triple Anniversary Tour 2027. The concert takes place in Hamburg.
Heavy metal act U.D.O., fronted by Udo Dirkschneider, brings the Triple Anniversary Tour 2027 to Huxleys Neue Welt in Berlin.
U.D.O. brings their Triple Anniversary Tour to Frankfurt. A heavy metal concert at Batschkapp.
Legendary band U.D.O. embarks on the Triple Anniversary Tour 2027. The concert takes place on 13 January 2027.
Legendary metal band U.D.O. brings the Triple Anniversary Tour 2027 to Oberhausen. A concert packed with classic metal hits.
Legendary band U.D.O. embarks on the Triple Anniversary Tour 2027. The concert takes place in Munich.
Legendary band U.D.O. embarks on the Triple Anniversary Tour 2027. The concert takes place at LKA-Longhorn in Stuttgart.
German metal legend Udo Dirkschneider and his band U.D.O. perform in Wrocław. A concert for hard rock and heavy metal fans.
German heavy metal legend U.D.O. with Udo Dirkschneider brings the "Triple Anniversary Tour 2027" to Warsaw, celebrating the vocalist's 75th birthday, 40 years of the band, and the premiere of a new album.