Former Accept singer Udo Dirkschneider recently opened up about his current relationship with Accept guitarist Wolf Hoffmann. He revealed there is no longer any personal connection between them in an interview with LyonRock.
Dirkschneider addressed his current status with his former bandmate. He explained the reality of their relationship today.
“I don’t have a relationship with Wolf Hoffmann anymore. No. He’s a great guitar player. He’s doing quite well now with Accept, but he’s the only member [left] of [the classic lineup of] Accept [laughs], and the rest is, like, yeah,” Dirkschneider said.
The former Accept frontman elaborated on the situation between them. He maintained a respectful tone despite the distance.
“What can I say? It’s different, you know? And, yeah, I don’t wanna make any bad comments. He’s doing his stuff, I do my stuff, but as a relationship — no, there is no relationship anymore,” he continued.
This statement provides insight into the current dynamics between two key figures from Accept’s classic era. It highlights the complex history between the band’s founding members.
Wikipedia notes that Accept was formed in 1968 by singer Udo Dirkschneider and guitarist Michael Wagener. The band’s first stable lineup emerged in 1976. Dirkschneider’s departure from the band wasn’t a one-time event. He left multiple times throughout Accept’s history, including significant exits after 1987 and 2005.
The relationship between the former bandmates has been strained for years. Hoffmann now stands as Accept’s sole remaining original member. Despite the personal distance, MetalSucks reported that Hoffmann recently extended an olive branch. He stated that Dirkschneider and bassist Peter Baltes are welcome to join Accept for their 50th anniversary tour scheduled for late 2025 into 2026.
In 2021, Udo ruled out the possibility of a reunion with Accept. He told TNT Radio Rock: “I don’t wanna say anything bad. Wolf is a great guitar player,” as Blabbermouth documented. This earlier statement aligns with his recent comments. It shows consistency in his respectful but distant stance toward his former bandmate.
The timing of these revelations comes as Accept continues to tour and record with their current lineup. Meanwhile, Dirkschneider pursues his own musical projects under the U.D.O. banner. Chaoszine previously reported that Dirkschneider stated losing the rights to the Accept name was “the biggest mistake of his professional career.” This adds another layer to the complex relationship between the two musicians.
