Accept recently announced that former Megadeth drummer Shawn Drover will join them as a special guest artist for their upcoming 50th anniversary celebrations, as reported by Instagram.
The German metal band released an official statement revealing details about their milestone anniversary shows and Drover’s participation.
“The one and only drummer Shawn Drover (ex-Megadeth) will be the first special guest artist for Accept’s 50th-anniversary celebrations LIVE! Joining the band for the first three shows in May,” the band announced.
The statement continued with praise for the drummer’s abilities and excitement about the collaboration.
“An absolute legend and beast of a drummer, we are thrilled to have him join us on stage as part of this very special and unique year,” they said. “Join us today, reserve your place to metal’s biggest party of 2026.”
Drover will perform with Accept during their first three anniversary concerts scheduled for next month.
The collaboration marks a significant moment in Accept’s extensive anniversary celebrations. These celebrations extend far beyond these initial performances. Metal Anarchy revealed that Drover will appear at three specific European dates: May 1 at the Karmøygeddon Metal Festival in Kopervik, Norway, May 3 at Filmstudion in Gothenburg, Sweden, and May 6 at Cirkus in Stockholm, Sweden.
These performances represent just the beginning of Accept’s milestone year. Blabbermouth reported that the band will celebrate its 50th anniversary with an extensive European tour comprising 24 headline shows across 11 European countries in late 2026. This marks a major milestone in the band’s legendary career.
The anniversary celebrations will also include special releases to commemorate the band’s five-decade journey. Blabbermouth noted that Accept plans to release a special 50th-anniversary album later in 2026 featuring newly re-recorded classics, rare tracks, and guest appearances from various artists.
Drover’s participation as the first special guest artist suggests that Accept may invite additional notable musicians to join them throughout their anniversary tour. The collaboration between the former Megadeth drummer and the German metal veterans promises to deliver memorable performances for fans attending these historic shows. It combines decades of metal expertise on stage.
