Accept Announces 2025 Tour, Featuring US Stops at Louder Than Life Festival, Denver, Wichita, and Peoria, Plus Joining Queensrÿche’s Volume and Vengeance Tour Across Multiple Cities Nationwide for Heavy Metal Fans
In what promises to be one of the most electrifying announcements of the year for metal fans, German heavy metal legends Accept have revealed plans for their 2025 tour, sending shockwaves through the rock community. The band, whose history stretches back to the 1970s and who remain a cornerstone of the genre, have confirmed that the first wave of US dates will include a high-energy set at the prestigious Louder Than Life Festival in Louisville, Kentucky, as well as headline performances in Denver, Colorado; Wichita, Kansas; and Peoria, Illinois.
But that’s not all — Accept is also joining forces with Queensrÿche for the highly anticipated Volume and Vengeance tour, which will sweep across multiple US cities, promising an epic collision of two iconic metal sounds. This pairing has already sparked feverish excitement online, as fans debate setlists, speculate on surprise collaborations, and begin mapping out road trips to catch the shows.
The Louder Than Life Kickoff
Louder Than Life has long been known as one of the biggest rock and metal gatherings in the US, with past headliners including Metallica, Slipknot, and Guns N’ Roses. Accept’s inclusion in the 2025 lineup is being hailed as a triumphant moment for fans who have followed the band through decades of reinvention and relentless touring. Sources close to the festival say the group is planning a “career-spanning set,” which could mean everything from Balls to the Wall and Metal Heart to selections from their more recent albums like Too Mean to Die.
A High-Octane Run Through the Midwest
The additional standalone shows in Denver, Wichita, and Peoria give fans a rare chance to experience Accept up close and personal outside of the massive festival environment. Denver’s date is already generating buzz in the local rock press, with one columnist declaring, “If you call yourself a metal fan in Colorado and you miss this show, hand in your leather jacket.” Wichita’s stop is set to be in one of the city’s historic theaters, promising an intimate yet intense night, while Peoria — long a hidden gem on the touring circuit — is expected to draw fans from across Illinois and neighboring states.
Teaming Up with Queensrÿche
While Accept alone would be enough to sell out theaters and arenas, their decision to join Queensrÿche’s Volume and Vengeance tour is a gift to fans of both bands. Queensrÿche, known for their progressive metal storytelling and hits like Silent Lucidity and Jet City Woman, are also riding a new wave of momentum with recent releases. Together, these two bands bring contrasting but complementary styles — Accept’s driving, riff-heavy power metal colliding with Queensrÿche’s soaring, intricate melodies.
Industry insiders suggest that some joint on-stage moments might be in the works. Imagine Wolf Hoffmann trading licks with Michael Wilton, or Mark Tornillo sharing a verse with Todd La Torre. Nothing official has been confirmed, but in the metal world, such speculation is half the fun.
Fan Reaction and Tour Hype
Within hours of the announcement, social media exploded. Hashtags like #Accept2025Tour and #VolumeAndVengeance were trending among rock and metal communities. Longtime fans posted photos from past concerts, sharing stories of how the band’s music soundtracked their youth. One fan wrote on Instagram, “I saw Accept in ’84, I saw them in 2009, and I’ll be damned if I’m not seeing them in 2025. The kings ride again!”
Metal blogs and YouTube channels have already begun deep-diving into what the setlist might look like. Some are predicting that Fast as a Shark will open the shows, while others argue for the drama of starting with a newer track to show that Accept is still a creative force, not just a nostalgia act.
Behind the Scenes
The tour comes on the heels of rumors that Accept is working on new material. While no album has been officially announced, guitarist Wolf Hoffmann recently hinted in an interview that “some ideas are cooking, and the road always inspires us.” If history is any indication, fans might get a sneak preview of one or two new tracks during the tour.
As for the collaboration with Queensrÿche, the two bands share more than just the stage — they share a mutual respect forged through decades in the industry. “Queensrÿche is one of those bands you admire not just for their music but for their perseverance,” Hoffmann said in a recent press release. “This tour is going to be loud, it’s going to be intense, and it’s going to be unforgettable.”
The Bigger Picture
The 2025 Accept tour isn’t just about music — it’s about celebrating the endurance of heavy metal itself. In an era when streaming algorithms dominate listening habits, and musical trends shift at lightning speed, there’s something timeless about seeing veteran bands still filling venues, still playing their music with fire, and still connecting with fans old and new.
With the Louder Than Life Festival setting the stage, and a combination of solo dates and the massive Volume and Vengeance run, this could be one of Accept’s most important tours in years. Not only will it introduce them to younger audiences through the festival and co-headline exposure, but it will also give diehards another chapter to add to the band’s storied live history.
As tickets go on sale, expect them to vanish quickly. After all, in heavy metal, loyalty runs deep — and for many fans, an Accept show isn’t just a concert, it’s a rite of passage.
If the current buzz is any indication, 2025 is shaping up to be a banner year for the band, for Queensrÿche, and for the legions of fans ready to raise their horns, bang their heads, and scream along to every word. Whether you catch them in a massive festival crowd in Louisville, a packed theater in Peoria, or a co-headline spectacular with Queensrÿche in your hometown, one thing’s certain: Accept is coming for you, and they’re bringing the noise
