He is one of the personifications of international heavy metal: with his distinctive voice, Udo Dirkschneider has been creating legendary rock anthems since the 80s. Nearly five decades on the world stage have made him an icon.
Despite a long history and the many ups and downs that rock life brings, Udo Dirkschneider continues to rewrite his own history in an amazing way. The same is true this year.
The new album of his band U.D.O. "Touchdown" was released on August 25. And once again, the title speaks for itself. Because just as in American football a "touchdown" means an important goal for players and teams, the same can be said about Udo Dirkschneider.

Touchdown is the eighteenth studio album by German heavy metal band U.D.O., released on August 25, 2023, through Atomic Fire Records. It is the first studio album recorded by U.D.O. to feature Accept bassist Peter Baltes.