Michael Schenker Brighton

Michael Schenker rehearsal in Brighton (UK) in a scuzzy rehearsal room that's only about 1 mile down the road from my house.
Guitar - Michael Schenker
Drums - Herman Rarebell
Bass - Francis Buchholz
Vocals - Doogie White
I was overjoyed to find out not only Herman Rarebell, Nick Cave, Dave Gilmour and Phil Mogg live here, but also the mighty Schenker!

[@MatthewReiser123]

0:12 Lovedrive, 1979 (see MS grinning at FB's awesome bass 1:44) 4:59 Another Piece of Meat, 1979 9:38 Coast to Coast, 1979 13:55 Assault Attack, 1982 19:18 Let It Roll, 1975 24:20 Shoot, Shoot, 1975 28:48 Rock Bottom, 1974 33:22 Some beautiful jamming, by the maestro. Thanks to @Dony Rams and @S. Pak, for two of the songs.

[@diorama508]

13:55 Assault Attack

[@SPak-rt2gb]

19:18 Let It Roll 24:20 Shoot, Shoot

[@petewoodroffemusic]

Thank you Pete Woodroffe Music UK

[@MarcoPolo-je5ej]

I saw the tour these guys did here in Portland. Tiny little venue, probably less than 500 people. Seeing Schenker with THAT rhythm section that close was INCREDIBLE! I've seen Michael Schenker numerous times since 1983 and this show was hands down the best. They were so tight. I think Herman was 65 at the time and he was GREAT!

[@influenzer2.090]

32.11 Minute solo aus rock bottom

[@lankestermerrin267]

This rehearsal was better than most band’s live shows.

[@jb944]

This is the best 40 minutes and 35 seconds on the Internet.

[@ballekalle693]

Agree

[@IAmWatcher]

@@ballekalle693 +1!!

[@bennoovcharka8028]

Realy

[@megabraddotcom]

Yes :P

[@aljonaraullo4111]

Yahhh

[@jochenbecht6191]

God bless Michael Schenker, his fingers and his guitar.

[@jamesnorton7601]

No matter how big you get You're never too big to be in a beautiful room like that One of the last truly great real rockers left This is a gem

[@robertbarrass7519]

Coast to coast with one guitar and STILL sounds massive-fukin amazing player!!!!!

[@aljonaraullo4111]

Wowwww ...Herman rarebell and Francis buchholz...with Michael Schencker

[@antilaw9911]

Top rock stars playing together in a jam room. Doesn't get any better than this!

[@scatcatcnut]

How could anyone give this a thumbs down?? This is as real as it gets - just a crappy rehearsal room, no gimmicks, etc - just raw balls to the wall rock'n'roll, filmed not far from where Michael lives incidentally!

[@SwampEye1]

Never realized how cool Hermann's drumming is and Francis looks like 40 years ago .... can't believe it

[@robertsanders-yy6bf]

Good to see Hermann & Francis again!!!

[@MaestroBlight]

Thanks for clarifying! I thought that was Mr Rarebell but didn't realize that is Bucholtz on bass. I never knew why they left Scorps but since they're playing with Michael I think I can guess

[@fredussegorbe2306]

Yo si me di cuenta en los 80'.. y los vi en directo entonces . Grandisimos!

[@therealawakener7]

Easily pound for pound one of the all time greatest rock guitarists to have ever played, period!!!

[@leesfleas]

This is pure, soul inspired musicianship! These guys just love to jam! No pyrotechnics, no fancy lighting, no fancy duds...just raw beautiful music!

[@kenduffy5397]

One of the greatest rhythm guitar player of all times!

[@rohailiyunos3592]

3 legends just doing at what they are good at😊

[@Chuckles..]

It's not about playing a million notes a second, it's about how they are played, and musicality.

[@reducecotwo]

Speaking of playing a million notes a second, I remember the first time I ever heard 'Sails Of Charon by the Scorpions, Uli Roth was only 23 years old at the time, it was incredible, effortless, hypnotic. 🎸😎

[@petemcelhaney9205]

Exactly! Thanks saying what I was trying to convey

[@guitarciaaleon5900]

He holds the pick at a back angle instead of a front angle..I call it goofy picking.. 🛹

[@reddwarf9202]

@@RandomClimbing. give what another try?

[@reddwarf9202]

@petermaurer7359 when you've succeeded in actually being sarcastic rather than merely trying and being rude I'll give you a clap. Which is what you have probably got with those sheep you have: or foot and mouth? That rots the brain doesn't it? Oh no that's syphilis. I didn't know sheep had syphilis but here we have you. Living( I assume) proof that man and beast should not interbreed (and I use man in the loosest sense of the word) What would mummy say if she knew how nasty you were being online? Manners make the man and forsooth rudeness maketh a twunt with an overdeveloped ego. Just apologise for your rudeness in your post. Your channel and ego have more to lose

[@spiderreed350]

You can tell Michael just loves to play his guitar.you can see his emotions spilling out through his playing. He's freaking fantastic...

[@mityaypolov6118]

Lovedrive is favourite album of mine. Michael was incredible on this album. He is genius of guitar playing.

[@carlmontney7916]

I'd have given anything to be in that room to watch and listen to this great lineup. One of the best rhythm sections in the business. I had the pleasure of seeing Michael perform with UFO at a club in Tempe AZ. An intimate venue and a great show. Got to fist pump with Michael.

[@thewurm9177]

Massive kudos to a great but often overlooked rhythm section. This is a masterclass of economy and precision. Hails to Francis Buchholz and Herman z German Rarebell!

[@leogolive]

Why does this sound so damn good?!?! This is one of the coolest things I’ve ever experienced. And I’m five years late! I love Michael Schenker! He’s easily my favorite guitarist. Melody, tone, vibrato, blues, passion, and balls all rolled into one. And I’ve always loved the Scorpions rhythm section. They groove like a mf!

[@user-zy8no5mt1v]

И мой тоже! 🤝👍🏻💕

[@XDproductionsXD]

Yes, one of the guitarist that got me goin'

[@scaryfakevirus]

'Phenomenon' was the day I found Schenker. Always look back!!

[@cristianolopes4300]

Lol😂

[@tekis0]

Yeah, I noticed the good sound too! Barely any microphones.

[@johnpierson8398]

Best video on KZbin! Original Scorpions band members! This is epic for fans of UFO, Scorpions and Micheal Schenker. Michael's playing is still incredible!

[@theghostofsw6276]

Sort of original....I'd love to see something with Lothar Heimberg and Wolfgang Dziony.

[@Kevin-dx6co]

Just stumbled upon this. 58 yo lifelong musician, drummer. Never really sat & watched Michael play, NOW I see what all the great guitarists I played with were talking about as an influence, guy's a monster. Ya just can't stop watching him !! And boy, does this take me back to the shitty, rehearsal rooms we practiced in...GOOOD memories...fuck yeah

[@Allan-et5ig]

Man Herman's drumming is so good! All three players - superb. Of course as a guitarist I'm mainly here for Michael - but was so struck by Herman's drumming.

[@MrWilly2204]

Me too. He groves hard. Killer rhythm section.

[@aloissidler6980]

😂

[@stevekimmel3841]

Francis on bass.

[@solidgold1516]

This is truly a masterclass in the art of making music! The three of them play together so beautifully and Michael is giving a clinic on playing the guitar. His solos, tone and unmistakable vibrato coupled with the fact that he is one of the greatest rhythm guitarists in history are showcasing his virtuosity and versatility. Bravo chaps, bravo! 🙌🏾 🙌🏾

[@nickrogerson5526]

Love it. Legendary stuff. You know what I like too? Simple little thing that's nothing to do with music and all about friends and respect. When the 3 Germans are on their own earlier in the video they all speak German to each other. As soon as Dougie shows up they all switch to English. The people behind the legends :-)

[@mothrecorder]

The simplicity and rawness of this is an absolute joy it cheers me up no end. I'm finding myself returning to it again and again. Fantastic. 😊

[@mothrecorder]

@@RandomClimbing.🤣 not you obviously. But who cares about you caring or not. Not me

[@bobby6631]

I’ve watched this five times already.. this is not a practice session . it’s perfection already by Schenker & the band!

[@blendzol]

Flawless even after all these years. Amazing player.

[@kevinsnodgrass6222]

Michael and Rudolf schenker happen to be the best brother guitarist duo ever IMO

[@boopah4365]

Herman "The German"! Man I love the stuff he did when Uli was with the Scorpians!

[@petemcelhaney9205]

He never gets lost on the neck, all killer, no filler what a real gem of video, the best and as much as would liked them to go on forever I'm totally satisfied cause I watch it over and over

[@rickblackers88]

So pleased to watch the two Scorpions boys with Michael!!!

[@AncientAmbience]

To show up out of the blue, shake off the rain, plug in, then slay some rock and roll is magic. It gives off a special energy that spreads to all those lucky enough to see & hear. magic

[@rudolfschenker]

Rarebell still plays as great as ever. 3 old friends jamming out some stompers they recorded back in '79. This is kind of rare and historic. I am bellowing along with Assault Attack and it's the most fun I've had all day. WHY DON'T YOU WAAAAANT MEEEE???

[@AlHuerta]

They should have brought Klaus!🎤🎤🎤

[@AlHuerta]

That’s how you make a band, establish the foundation and build on it…

[@rudolfschenker]

@@AlHuerta fuckin imagine if Klaus joined along for this!

[@johnnyratz8433]

Marshall stacks, a flying V with flames, and a drummer and bass player all in a room you can play as loud and as long as you like. The true definition of freedom. A nice setting and break from the concert footage out there. The warm up pace of the songs is a great guitar lesson revealing Michael's essence and talent. The Best and thanks !!!

[@hardtoke]

I wouldn't play too loud in a room like that

[@McMillanScottish]

Considering you're looking at three classic-era Scorpions members here, I bet it was pretty loud in there.

[@petewillingham7985]

Oh my God, these are your neighbors! Three legends in the music business, what an honor and a priviledge! Wowee!

[@guitarciaaleon5900]

This man's work kept the flame ignited when I hit Rock Bottom...✝️🇩🇪🔙🔛🔝🎼🎵🎶🉐🈹🈺🚯🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤

[@chrislincoln7455]

Cool 😎 👍

[@vladimirbugarin]

I miss thisss soooo much....😢😢😢

[@chrispeterson73]

Guys, some of my best memories are of listening to your awesome songs throughout my teenage years. No doubt they are a huge part of the soundtrack of my life! Thank you❤🎶🍻🙂

[@TimsGuitarWorldwithTimFeskorn]

Micheal Schenker has always been one of my hero's. Love this in its raw lack of modern recording tech. It sounds somehow perfect. What a great room. I've rehearsed in worse conditions.😎

[@nickymoe3023]

This is REAL JAM. Michael wrote most of these songs and Herman and Francis played them with him "originally" when he was the Scorpions. Pretty awesome!

[@1977rpearce]

I recognize one song from assault attack. But I'm glad that Mike is finally getting credit for his Scorpions creations.

[@j.t.8848]

This is literally my favorite video on youtube. Art and creativity in raw form.

[@anthonymurzyn7639]

YOU & ME BOTH BROTHER!!

[@seandowning5918]

Me too!!!!!!

[@zeketrick]

I almost felt like I was there. This is awesome for real. The Tone is incredible. The riff master!

[@tomsanders5584]

I can practically smell that carpet through my screen. 8( Oh yeah, and Michael rocks!!

[@larrylundry5384]

these dudes have have created the best tunes

[@sixstringer3783]

Took a sec to realize who the other guys were man this is rock royalty at its best what a kickass 40 minutes I would have paid good $$$ to be hanging out in that room and yes if you have spent any time in a band you would definitely recognize this rehearsal space Herman, Francis and Michael looked to be in great form priceless 👍👌

[@EnTitledTown]

Why would these guys rehearse for no money when there’s probably thousands of us that would gladly fork over a $100 to sit in on something like this👍👍

[@jeffreybretz8409]

Thank you so much for posting this! This is REAL Rock-and-Roll; stripped down to the foundation of the song.

[@davidmclellan6785]

My first concert was Rush with UFO, Buffalo NY, Nov 11, 1977. I was 14. I was awestruck then, and listening to this now brings back those same feelings.

[@davidpollard4051]

Sounds like a dream ticket !

[@BlackbirdDH]

These guys are so amazing. Everytime I see Michael in some video it immediatly brings a smile on my face. It's awesome to be able to see him play up close with his friends. He has so many small details in his technique that are unique and interesting. I love the "light touch" way he is playing (still my biggest ambition to no longer press dents into my frets). It's also interesting how often he bends the neck or the bottom of the V for effects and how sensitive his guitar is for that. Seems like he can bend one or even to semitones just by pulling on the headstock. Also he is moving from playing in a fist to playing open handed with the thumb on the neck multiple times. I could sit for hours on the ground in that room and watch them play to learn new things about playing the guitar. Thx for sharing.

[@garydriscoll3442]

Just saw MS play the first gig of his recent tour ('22). Absolutely mind blowing. Although, if you're a Schenker fan, as I have been, since '74, this video is as up close and personal as it gets! Truly, one of the best guitarists, ever. His perfection and style is truly amazing. Bravo to whomever posted this video!

[@garydriscoll3442]

Correction: First gig of his recent U.S. tour, '22 (Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, California)

[@squicker]

He definitely gets better with age!

[@janiterinadrum1627]

I love watching Michael play

[@andydigelsomina7888]

This was REALLY enjoyable, Michael with two Scorpions! Many thanks for posting.

[@drumhd1]

That was just unbelievable!

[@jameswyatt7977]

So Raw, this is why MS should always be considered GOAT contender 🤘🏼

[@wadeva69]

How am I just now seeing this? Man!

[@MrTimesetter]

I still have my old MSG cassette tapes. Seeing these guys jamming is awesome

[@jamiebelilah193]

How super cool is this!!!! WOW🎉❤

[@scottwaszak698]

One of the all-time masters of melodic soloing, beautiful, cascading lines and great vibrato.

[@matthewgould4464]

This is ace!!!! All of them abs legends smashing Coast to Coast - can you imagine being in the room next door!!! I'd be thinking 'blimey those blokes can play a bit'!!!😆

[@user-zn8rq5hu2b]

My favorite guitar player in the world.

[@j.p.wagner6461]

The very, very first time I heard the sound of that Schenker-guitar was from "Let It Roll" on UFO's Force It .. 15 .. drunk off my ass .. totally hooked on this music from then-on .. Thank you so much for posting this incredible session. Words cannot describe the appreciation.

[@jscottfischer]

WOW True Rock Heros

[@stratmancruthers]

Love Drive...One of the best albums and Album cover art ever

[@tekis0]

What a groove by this crew! Their stops and starts are spot on, with very little eye contact. Amazing.

[@friotaiocht101]

This is GOLD..... " Assault Attack" is just amazing...

[@fredacuneo5180]

What an awesome performance. These guys are so tight and in tune with each other. Playing in a run-down, crampt rehearsal space brings back memories of rehearsing when I was in my HS days in the 80s. So cool to see this. Rock on. All three of them are absolutely amazing.

[@trowerz]

A quarter barrel in the corner and chicks on a beat up couch✌️

[@hawkins561]

This MSG tour was off the hook. Phenomenal. Herman and Francis was the nicest guys after the show with an informal meet and greet.

[@davidjavids2431]

AWESOME HUMANS THANKS FOR THE MUSIC

[@edwinleonard]

Driven & pure. This is what playing in a band is about...x

[@OBO57]

how cool is this vidéo ! Amazing to see this guys in a simple practice room like all of basic musicians and play so great all this very good rock songs. Sounds great, the Hermann the German is really good and Mickael is still amazing, such a unique guitar player . thanks for sharing this . Guys you are so cool .

[@Coldwallbar]

One more for the rodeo put me onto this magical guitarist. He truly is in my top 10.

[@stephenpalummo9367]

I've only really discovered Michael over the last 5 years his technique, skill & diversity of sounds is just amazing! I can clearly see why he is one of the best guitar players in the world. Thanks for the awesome vid rock on!

[@Insekkton]

lOVE IT ! oLD FRIENDS NEVER LET YOU DOWN ! cheers to the genius ! 🙂

[@petersutcliffe9840]

That was freaking awesome. Totally took me back to my youth. Scorpions in 1980, Michael in1980......

[@h.camacho4800]

Phenomenal! Thanks for uploading this treasure. What an Icon

[@sbrave]

4 legends, sweating it out and plugging in their own cables etc. LOVE IT

[@TheAxe4Ever]

What?! Scuzzy rehearsal room? That’s a proper rehearsal room. Even the biggest rocks stars like in this video never forget and always go back to their origins.

[@erxvlog]

I can't imagine what the head looks like...:) Seriously what rare chance to see some amazing playing up close. Thanks!

[@baconlatte]

This is gold, Jerry, gold! Power trio for the ages. Schenk sounds so good.

[@michaeldelio1870]

Wow, i love metal without vocals. Thanks for your video!!

[@drewatwell1168]

Those types of rooms are the best! Yaa!

[@marlinshanklin1855]

I would have paid a king's ransom to to watch them play in person.

[@threeshocks5769]

Him and Johnny Winter are my all time favorite guitar players Melodical Masters

[@davidfox9439]

So Good... absolutely kick ass...Big Hello from Niles,Ca

[@mysixstringtheory8337]

Love it! the stuff I grew up on!

[@Samos12]

Best random thing I have run into for quite awhile...

[@SEPTEMBERMAN]

LEGENDS in one room.

[@Alieninthenightstudios]

Wow, I just stumbled on this... and so glad I did!! 🤘❤️🤘

[@glynngarner8722]

Schenkers guitar tone is just awesome.

[@zennomad258]

I’m a KISS fan and this is the best thing I’ve ever seen 😂

[@mothrecorder]

Fecking marvellous 😀

[@1mrkrauly]

thx for post this magnific video,,,im exciting,,,the best of the best..

[@jackslayers]

This old man is Micheal Schenker.. One of the most influential rock guitarist ever.....many great guitarist says that schenker is one of thier idol and they learned a lot from his playing.....Even poor audio..... the guitar tone still the best......

[@user-iq1jm9ou7g]

I totally agree!! Just good Jam sessions!! Missed them Years!!!!

[@scatcatcnut]

Total pro - he's played this a million times - still working through the dynamics etc with the band. Guitar hero!

[@joeltudor521966]

No words can explain what this is all about...just listen & watch! State of The Art Rock 'N Roll!!!

[@gibsonexplorer8777]

Wow I can't believe it!! Still kicking ass love Michael Shankner always have covered a lot of his songs people down here didn't even know of him thanks for sharing brother.

[@colinbenfield326]

Francis looking on in awe!

[@donaldfraser1555]

Seen these guys in Inverness pure class brings back awesome memories long live rockin in roll 🤟

[@Peter-jo3sc]

What a trip. I just came across this gem . Floods of memories and still kicking it oout. I ve long hung my axe up but After this I m feeling so inspired. Danke guys.