Scorpions 1972 w/ Michael Schenker

[@SteveMerritt]

The Page influence is heavy on young Michael but boy did he outgrow it and become just an absolute monster player whose style is all his own.

[@thecarguy7238]

Imagine being 16 and able to play guitar like that. Unbelievable

[@greg-warsaw4708]

Yes, and look at 0:53 at his face so radiant with the power of youth and talent, so full of will and energy, eager for the world and what the future might bring. Future brought good and great, as well as hardship and struggle, but apparently the energy concentrated in this face expression was enormous as he keeps delivering by now.

[@marklarose8600]

oh amazaes me everyday

[@steveme8284]

Imagine having a Les Paul when your 16.

[@lifeisnice23]

​@@steveme8284he had 2 les paul, the one in the video and a black beauty, the kid was a professional!

[@SUPERTRAMP8323]

haha

[@brain67braker]

This is pure gold: the Schenker brothers playing together and Klaus Meine looking like a homeless. Simply amazing!

[@jimbosc]

Klaus in full homeless mode for sure. Micheal SHREDS the solo!

[@val13c59]

Ardijey Rafael Diaz holy macro, that’s Klaus Meine . The look and the voice is totally not what I know of him.

[@kellyjackson7889]

Homeless hipster

[@rosejuliet1219]

@@val13c59 scorpions only have one singer, he's klaus meine..

[@val13c59]

Rose Juliet yes I know they only always had/have Kilaus Meine. I’m just referring to how different people age. Looks totally different.

[@themusicbird3811]

How could I have lived 20 years without seeing this?!

[@jschlitzski9646]

The Music Bird 48

[@melkormorgoth9022]

Ive lived 49 without seeing it so yeah you're ok:)

[@RickyDownhillRDH]

My first time was 3 months ago and I’m a major Scorps fan. Or I thought I was. Seeing Claus with a full head of hair and a beard....... wow!!

[@linorow2835]

22

[@BeIteshazzar]

you were simply not ready to take all this goodness in..

[@1sttvbn]

I discovered this album in an import bin in 1975. I was 12. Used to spend most of my grass cutting money on LP’s. I was rolling the dice on this album, because I had never heard of the Scorpions, but my buddy in school said they rocked, so….Still have it, in great condition.

[@markchristopher420]

🤔 Which album? Is this from "Lonesome Crow" by chance? I'm not too familiar with early Scorps (pre-"Lovedrive" or that range).

[@fleatactical7390]

@@markchristopher420 Yep, it's the opening track. You should check out their earlier stuff. It's... different. It's definitely dated material that belongs to that era... borderline psychedelic. Lovedrive, on the other hand, is basically the start of the Scorpions as they would come to be known later on in terms of their sound and lyric content. And that album sounds less dated than the others before it. Part of that was due to them hiring Jabs and his sound. But there are definitely some cool songs on the first 4 releases, particularly on In Trance.

[@markchristopher420]

@@fleatactical7390 💪😎👍 Thanks so much for a great reply, man! Thorough & insightful... appreciate it greatly. Jabs is one of my favorites of the 80s and beyond + I've seen & heard Roth's solo material as well as MSG, of course! One of the best of Scorps in my opinion is "Humanity," just an underrated crusher from around 15 yrs ago.

[@thomaskauser8978]

@fleet- early San Fran sound. Everyone had a version of the sound. IN TRANCE - an album must have!!!

[@davidrey3928]

\,,/ awesome \,,/

[@2Times22]

Michael will always be one of the best..and most lovable guitarists..crystal clear playing..!!

[@gameisfun9391]

Smooth sound too 😉 He plays different.

[@V3ntilator]

Michael played clear in Norway 2022.

[@robertsheridan8601]

Not only a fabulous guitarist, but a great vocalist as well!

[@thomaskauser8978]

A major dude!

[@SL-vi4tk]

@@thomaskauser8978 Michael being 17 years old - very major dude

[@Bitterstone3849]

I'm 65 and grew up playing and listening to music through the 60s and 70s and am embarrassed to say that I never heard of the Scorpion's until the early to mid 80s. I've been a big fan ever since. So many bands alive today that began in the early 70s that just never got any airplay.

[@cjnav7832]

Now listen to some UFO and some Head East :)

[@johnmca5643]

I'm 61 and can say the same...

[@glynnth]

66 and same deal. Was not introduced to them till the 80's. Seems like they developed a totally different sound by that time.

[@sergeysergienko4901]

И мне тоже! В Советском Союзе тех конца 70х...и слушать не слышал о них! Grand FUNK Railroad LED ZEPPELIN и другие группы были самыми крутыми!!! Потом уже к концу 80х.услышал их.... Здорово конечно! Отличная команда, были у нас в Испании...Молодцы ребята, спустя столько лет они также великолепны!!!!

[@Bitterstone3849]

​@@cjnav7832UFO I got into in the early mid 70s and Head East in the late 70s

[@AmpAHolic-wn6mr]

60’s type psychedelia and Schenker is wailing outside the box like it’s late 70’s. Way ahead of his time. One of my all time favorites.

[@theresamartinelli8844]

The album has a very strong rhythm and blues jazz fusion that is the base for rock and roll music. Extremely well done

[@theresamartinelli8844]

I love the slight German accent with Klaus and he is one of the best metal lead men

[@Deebz270]

Mike Schenker on a Les Paul! Now that's something you don't see everyday.

[@user-kt5jf1st3x]

Какой он прекрасный, этот Майкл! 👍👍👍Он заставил меня полюбить гитарные соло.Майкл- гитарный бог и завоеватель музыкальных сердец! ❤

[@IceCreamAllTheTime]

the production is just great. the guitar tone mixed with the bass... kind of like sabbath. it's got that warm early 70's groove that can't be replicated at all.

[@justine_holloway]

This.

[@michaelbruns449]

Seriously ear and mind blowing color footage.

[@oak71]

God these guys have been around a long time. They are still one of my favorites!

[@Taiyou536]

But they first became popular in the US and than in Germany - same with Rammstein .

[@refractorhead]

I thought I was the only one who loved the early scores like this. All of these great comments makes me feel good! Such a great band!

[@kirkscobey3031]

Still got my Lonesome Crow LP!

[@kasianosam9819]

You are not alone my brother....🤟🤟🤟🤟

[@brianh2787]

Oh no - anything before '78 is their best stuff

[@kylemarzion2814]

Here comes speedy.

[@justingoulet9714]

Uli Jon Roth the best Scorpion 🦂🦂 albums Tokyo Tapes Fly to the Rainbow 🌈 In Trance Virgin Killer Taken by Force Loved Scorpions reunion with Uli Love Mathias Jabs great talent

[@pfdrtom]

Dear God, I wish Micheal had played on every Scorps album but I'm thankful for what we have.

[@zackdaniels6858]

No words that haven't been said. "PURE GOLD" Seems to have been mentioned several thousand times...and rightly so. I'm surprised people are still blown away with this....its been accessible for years.... But blows me away Every time I see it. CHEERS!

[@scorpions1965]

Rock on brother

[@dandtintennessee7675]

Wow I thought I'd heard everything the Scorpions ever created. How did I miss this? I've been a Scorpions fan for 40+ years..

[@tdiler12]

lonesome crow LP

[@marlahart2060]

🎸🙋‍♀️Me too. I’ve heard this but never saw this video. What a treat!

[@louisjamin7195]

Lonesome Crow, amazing album.

[@theresamartinelli8844]

This was a lucky find for me as a scorpions fan. And it is my favorite

[@bassclefjean1]

My older brother bought this album as an import only back in the mid 70's. I used to sneak in his room when he was out getting wasted, and listen to this over and over. Man, that was insane music back then. Thank you for posting such a rare gem. I never knew that they had made a video of this song. Post more from this album if you have them. Thanks!

[@brianh2787]

Lonesome Crow is my fav thing they ever did.

[@kromus1]

Michael Schenker - not that well known but one of the finest guitarists I've heard. He transformed UFO from fringe-prog wannabes into proper rockers

[@DougCanney1]

No men should EVER run on grass covered mountains together. But the jumping?! Epic!

[@clipsfromfilms]

Super cool to hear early scorpions, THeir music evolved drastically from this cool psychedelic art rock group to 70's hard rock, to become one of the top stadium metal bands of the 80's. If it wasn't for those trademark Klaus high notes I wouldn't believe that is really Klaus on vocals. He is unrecognizable with the beard. Also strange to see Micheal a Les Paul instead of his trademark flying V.

[@logansfury]

The Les Paul cutaway guitar looked really out of place on Michael to me to. I wonder if his introduction to the Flying V was from his fellow guitarist here? Kind of cool to imagine Michael asking to check out the axe, it being his first time handling a Flying V, and just falling in love with it, setting the stage for history!

[@cumuluscloud3854]

​@@logansfuryExactly! He borrowed the Flying V from his brother ("his fellow guitarist here") and the rest is history.

[@turnaroundtrail_RJ]

Their first album “Lonesome Crow” is a real gem. Completely different from all her subsequent albums.

[@therealawakener7]

Only 4years later to Micheal (in my opinion) putting out one of the greatest rock guitar performances ever recorded on the classic 'UFO' album, "OBSESSION." Michael's playing on the Obsession album is incredible, the chops, the riffs, the melodic solo's, the unimpeachable tone, its a masterpiece from all the band but, Schenker shines through as the axe gods axe God.

[@丈雄-b2w]

マイケルはまだ高校生だったんじゃないんでしょうか。 高校生でこの音楽性、テクニックですからびっくりしちゃいますよね。 叙情的でなんともいえず、素晴らしい‼️

[@martigrant3707]

OMG. Best video of the Scorpions EVER. Only complaint I have about it is that it's only 2 minutes long. I would have been happier with at least 10 minutes or more.

[@capillarian187]

Beautiful! I didn't know Scorpions' first album sounded like this. Klaus looks legendary in that huge beard!

[@shawnhuff3597]

the doors meets black Sabbath

[@MrShadowofthewind]

Shawn Huff That really sounded like the early Iommi tone huh.

[@enginemaster01]

Shawn Huff exactly

[@janvervaeke]

yes, smthing like that; but awesome

[@souravdas5403]

video reminds me of pink floyd though

[@janvervaeke]

yes, indeed psychedelic; but with some darker Black Sabbath vibe also I think perso

[@kalervonPoika]

I never thought I'd ever see any footage from that area of the Scorpions.. you made my day

[@たか-g1f]

素晴らしい、こんな映像があったなんて!1980年ごろ私の高校のバンド仲間とよく「狂った蠍団」をよく聴きましたし、レスポールをひくマイケルも写真でしか見た事がなく、大変感激してます!!曲も大好きで、何度も見たいです🦂🦂🦂🎉👍✨

[@herbbluntman2287]

Holy shit! This is what I love about youtube. I find a music video of the Scorpions from their Action days on Christmas morning 46 years after. Too bad it's not the full video. Thank you "addresses" and Merry Christmas 2018.

[@Rk1300r]

Impressionante como o tempo muda a fisionomia desses belos músicos!!! Mas, a essência ainda é a mesma!!! E vida o Rock'n Roll. 👏👏👏👏👏✌

[@ScottD-44]

My Favorite Scorpions Album! Every Album Up To " Lovedrive " Was Amazing!!!

[@pobringkabos6177]

this band deserves to be in the rock n roll hall of fame. their virtuosity in music is better than some of the inductees

[@LramirooBR]

I'm shocked and grateful for have, randomly, found out this gold nugget from Scorpions! I could swear that I had new everything about band's discography. It's gonna make me quickly search for the entire discography and put it to play all day long!

[@marlahart2060]

🎸🙋‍♀️Wow this is so cool! I’ve heard it but never saw this. Thx for posting. Michael’s always been my fav guitarist! They sound awesome & look so young, especially Michael. He was only 16 or 17yo here🥰

[@skwisgaar821]

Its amazing that Michael kept the same tone all these years...well its only changed ever so slightly because of technology...but Im 17 and his tone is the tone i grew up with thanks to my pops getting me into Schenker and UFO wen i was just a youngster

[@kingofthedeep]

Michael Schenker was 16 when he ripped on this album. Brilliant.

[@lizzietheheretic7831]

When Michael sounded like early Iommi...thanks for this upload 👍

[@antlerking69]

Exactly, Sabbath's first album

[@refractorhead]

This stuff is awesome. Early scores was kick ass

[@johnnorris8915]

Rudolf and Klaus have spoken on interviews about the times they would go and see Black Sabbath when Sabbath were playing in Germany. Michael Schenker was very influenced by the album Black Sabbath although he admits to not understanding the words of their music.

[@edwardjj4224]

Herr Klaus always present good songs and great voice with the strong guitar sounds That did make Scorpions number one Specially in Europe Munich 1986 Olympia Park The best days when music was music Thanks for posting this video Utube God bless You all

[@zactaubman365]

I think that the Lonesome Crow album is their best. Seriously, it is all Michael's lead riffs and solos that are so intense! Even Lothar's bass riffs are eerie and melodic. What a classic!

[@MahlonEdwards]

Interesting. I actually have both on vinyl.

[@mr.d.572]

Interesting, I've never heard it and now I want to check it out.

[@Barnabus007]

@@mr.d.572 Yeam man it is worth it. It is different then what comes starting on the next album, but definitely good. If you don't know there other 70s albums, they are all great...I'd recommend going chronologically as , in my opinion, you can hear the unique changes over time in their style and sound.

[@guitarcomet5]

I bought Lonesome Crow back in the early 80s. I wasn’t impressed. Until MS joined UFO, he didn’t reach his peak.

[@bretviola6871]

Where are you?

[@jovanflores45]

one of the greatest band of all time...must be place into the rock n roll hall of fame..

[@onusgumboot5565]

at this point the rock n roll hall of fame is such a joke it's more of an honor to be left out

[@xblackcatx1312]

jovan flores it after their eighties years lol

[@Express-420]

agree

[@jmmygumbo1002]

Yes at this point it means more not to be in the hall. The Sex Pistols were right to send a middle finger speech to be read at their acceptance.

[@Jabberwalky42]

TRUTH.

[@capismama2922]

I absolutely LOVE Klaus' voice. Always have.

[@rickgamber777]

Thank you for the clip, it's a blast to my past i will never forget!!! Clasic, Michael with a Les Paul, Love it!!!!!!

[@JB-cn7hn]

Music genius and an absolute bonkers video...fab

[@SteveSteve-md6qx]

Has to be one of the best rock tracks ever written, great drums and bass, and the guitar riffs and breaks, well they're insane!!

[@satchsatch33]

I can't believe that guy singing is Klaus Meine...

[@jake6887]

I can't believe, the guy with the flying V is Rudolf

[@jake6887]

Last year i saw a interview with Michael, he was insulting his brother to copy him.

[@fantinijacques]

Klaus looks older in 1972 than today😂

[@satchsatch33]

@@fantinijacques I was thinking the same thing :)

[@emkaypee9904]

Memang pun.macam orang merempat

[@kingofthedeep]

The guitar playing on this album is outstanding.

[@SPICYTUNAROLL69]

King Michael.

[@toadstrangler9474]

Sounds like Tony Iommi back in the day!

[@NatureGirl62]

This is so classically dated and trippy that it's strangely fabulous. I love the frame at about 0:54 where Michael looks like he's about to laugh. I must also say this: Michael and Rudolph Schenker look extremely handsome. What genes!

[@oliverstillger1641]

Rudolf=Respekt für diesen Mann mit seiner unglaublichen Freude und Begeisterung und seinem Optimismus den Glauben an die Scorpions über all die Jahre durch alle Höhen, Tiefen, Krisen und Rezessionen nie aufgegeben 👍👍👍

[@mikewoods8565]

I've never seen this footage before and I'm a huge scorpions fan. Thank you so much for sharing this with us

[@SilverStallionVideos]

When I first heard the Scorps back in the '70s, Klaus' German-accented English was part of the band's charm. I often wondered ... how can they write such great lyrics when they speak English that way? Als ich zum ersten Mal hörte die Scorps zurück in den 70er jahren, war Klaus 'deutschen akzent Englisch teil der band charme. Ich fragte mich oft ... wie können sie schreiben so große worte, wenn sie Englisch sprechen auf diese weise?

[@lifeisnice23]

Lmao, this is fantastic! Klaus looks like a prophet and Michael's baby face is so cute (geez, his playing is incredible, the kid was already on Iommi's tail at 16, insane!)

[@captianchaoz9386]

Any bands still do this music, bring it back somehow. We need more like this. Young Artists out there, bring it back.

[@spkelse8677]

I love early Scorpions. They lost me after Animal Magnetism. This was a treat. Thanks for posting.

[@galus14436]

If you feel like that, I'm surprised AM is included. In my opinion, blackout is much stronger than AM. LAFS has a few gems too. Of course Lovedrive is their pinnicle and each of the prior albums before LD rock.

[@Dr.ScatKohlenblo-nj2cv]

Yeah, right. You first heard of them on Blackout, and then went back and bought Animal Magnetism...just like the rest of us.

[@Dr.ScatKohlenblo-nj2cv]

How is lovedrive any different than Animal Magnetism? Very similar sound, both great.

[@Woostephclan]

Klaus looks like hippie version of Chris Evans. Sounds like Sabbath and early Pink floyd to me.

[@ReneBerwein]

...and a little bit of Deep Purple.

[@patrickschlosser8208]

@@ReneBerwein Or Uriah Heep, the first Album

[@Mytro8533]

Amazing what their sound was starting out and what it finally became in the late 80s early 90s.

[@progmanjum]

Lonesome Crow!!!! Their best album in my opinion.

[@Robylazarus]

progmanjum, Great taste man.

[@TheJabulani85]

I agree, and Fly To The Rainbow, a masterpiece.

[@zactaubman365]

If you like Michael Schenker im raw form, this album is for you!

[@cover557]

Guitar lead sound reminds me of early black sabbath lead sound

[@richardschafer7858]

Thought the same thing!

[@adamredman3000]

Wow! only just discovered this clip!!! In 1983 I had a rare picture disk of this album. Years later it is one of the most played albums in my life. Legend has it that after this album, Michael went into a mental asylum for rehab. Phenomenal maturity for a 16yo

[@teddyrascal6305]

From whence doth thou brigeth this glorious relic?!

[@contentcancer1085]

Schenker is the best of all time

[@heavyercuadra3521]

ContentCancer I think Ulrich is best

[@lordofthestings]

I think Mathias jabs is better.

[@SPak-rt2gb]

Stephanie Rose MS made EVH.

[@jayhardin3259]

All of Michael’s music sounds the exact same

[@jayhardin3259]

S. Pak nope

[@goofayoo]

This is just sick! I Was about 16 when Animal Magnetism hit.. and became a MASSIVE Scorps fan... but I never knew this existed! Thank god for the internet!! Awesome post!!

[@childofthemosthighgod1995]

I love Scorpions great songs in the 80"s but I love the Scorps best with Schenker. This was art. Pure artistry and Michael being so young at the time proves the genius he was then and is today.

[@OrganicFaithFactory]

+becca latina I'm glad you bought that up as that what I am thinking too. The sound of Michael guitar in the 70-80 is like an art and has meaning. Too bad he is not much like that now lol

[@33mavboy]

+becca latina girl i've seen you on so much scorpion videos! good to see a fan like you

[@ZalMoxis]

Uli Jon was and still is the man.....

[@mistyqueen3810]

girl love how Michael plays but Uli is right up there as well .

[@stumpy7777]

Used to own this vinyl in the 70's. Thanks for uploading

[@Andreas-bw3gc]

Tenía esta canción en una cinta de cassette grabada de la radio hace mas de 30 años y no sabía que era Scorpions...me he quedado alucinado y gratamente sorprendido

[@shatnershairpiece]

Regarding Lifeson and and Schenker comparisons, Alex has said in a recent interview that his greatest musical inspiration is Michael Schenker. He said he used to watch him practice backstage when UFO and Rush toured together and he was in awe.

[@mistyqueen3810]

really ? wow thats interesting thanks for the info

[@lifeisnice23]

I've read it too! Alex has a huge respect and admiration for Michael, he said he was really amazed watching him playing in UFO while they were touring the states together.

[@craigmelissa12]

Unreal. My favourite band when in grade 9-13 back in the 70's and I have never seen this. Awesome.

[@gottlicherhammer]

Grade 13?

[@PallesWorld6309]

Yes, Michael was just 16 when this was done, amazing album. Love it.

[@MnzGmz]

The Scorpions are a Crossover band that never looked back! TIMELESS !

[@profilercms]

The running scene on the hillside. Priceless.

[@toddfoster828]

Who knew the Scorpions were prog rock in their early days? Awesome video.

[@kingofthedeep]

He was 16. Album recorded/produced in 2 weeks. 1972. You should check it out. Killer,trippy,melodic,acid,space rock. An underground hit.

[@marcbolan1818]

Michael’s tone and attack are instantly recognizable.

[@frankburdodrums8984]

Did this really happen? 70's RULE BABY!!!!!

[@paulonetto2045]

Who would have thought that Scorpions would become the great band they are today ❓ Time is very cruel man❗

[@johngalush8790]

Yeah. You really "Can't Explain"

[@stpowers8204]

oh my god thank you so much for uploading this. shit this before Ulrich Roth, Frances Buchholz and Rudy Lenners were in the band.

[@OOHMIB]

I was fortunate to meet Michael in london,i had asked him about this clip! He said it was shot around may in '72,He was 16 years old,the footage was shot in a quarry area around the Hannover area!

[@jasontroy3911]

16??? He looks 30

[@michellemysliwiec2975]

@@jasontroy3911 😂😂😂

[@DiegoRSoares]

O Melhor video dos scorpions Scorpions,a melhor banda do HR do mundo

[@rEdf196]

I was 16 when The Scorpions first breakthrough hit in Canada "The Zoo" became popular in 1980. I would of been 8 when this much more obscure tune with Michael Schenker was released only in Germany I would assume.

[@TemsNokdir97]

This is epic video. Two years before I was born. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@ronaldp4]

0:30 thru 0:48 was foreshadowing of what 6-string magic was to come!!

[@chriscriswell9024]

SCORPIONS went through a lot of different phases with their music throughout the years, always had some killer guitar

[@marioblues8074]

To była MUZYKA !!!! I piękne kolorowe czasy !!!!!!!!

[@iliasgkalgkanopoulos8397]

Great track, late 60s early 70s Rock Pop Psychedelia captured in all that spirit of those years. Really great song

[@henrykoplien1007]

Great vid, a jewel of the past

[@jamsheadaziz3999]

Another guitarist, sadly, overlooked for the more fashionable, corporate darlings ie page, beck,Clapton, van halen etc. Hugely talented. One of my favourites along with Blackmore, Alvin Lee and Iommi

[@SPICYTUNAROLL69]

Michael Schenker is the King!

[@justine_holloway]

@@SPICYTUNAROLL69 yes!

[@nigel900]

"Valking Szroo Zea Dezzert"....

[@muhdamirfawwaz9664]

Lmao that german accent

[@kingofthedeep]

Yeah, you need to hear some 70's UFO. Michael Schenker is amazing with them.

[@picassoboy52]

Strangers in the night

[@lifeisnice23]

Michael is already amazing on Lonesome Crow!!

[@NicholasChorba]

It's hard to believe they put out so much music in the 70's and nobody really knows about it in America.

[@crowdpleaser1036]

I've never seen this before. Even in 1972, Michael Schenker playing with that really distinctive clean sound, no wonder UFO snapped him up. I didn't really get into Scorpions until the 80s, I did try to, I got Tokyo Tapes but it didn't push my buttons at the time, my ears were tuned to the sheer brilliance of SITN and nothing else came close, probably never will now.

[@kingofthedeep]

@DanD3vil Michael Schenker was 16. Klaus Meine the singer has the beard. He was a bit older 19 or so. Michael Schenker is the blond lead guitar player.

[@valg4510]

Who knew these dudes would make No One Like You

[@markward189]

If you think they sound kinda like Black Sabbath here..Maybe you are right. The Bass player Lothar Heimberg -( bass guitar, backing vocals..Plays a Hell of a lot like Geezer Butler.One Great Bass player for Sabbath and a great influence on their sound.

[@DrunkenMishap666]

The opening guitar lead is very Iommi like too.

[@northernwarrior9567]

Mark Ward Yes I was just going to comment on that; he sort of floats around the rhythm guitar instead of merely following it, just as Geezer Butler did. I like this early Scorpions stuff. It's imperfect, but somehow still quite enjoyable.

[@Darryl6636]

Mark Ward he was one hell of a bass player the Lonesome Crow album has some of the best bass playing I've ever heard and right at the top of my favourites list

[@freddyferrillo9704]

Why did they get rid of this Bass player. He smokes Francis from the 80,s era! And who is the drummer? Thats not Herman Rarebell from the 80,s is it?

[@freddyferrillo9704]

@@Rekeza : Yes it is a shame. But I'm pretty sure he left on his own. Rudy ain't the kind of guy to kick someone out unless they were to really do something completely unforgiving. Like Francis did. He was stealing money from the band behind their backs.

[@markleggett3648]

Wow! Just stumbled on to this having loved all pre '84 releases... And aged at 16~17 German rockers only singing in English. Much credit due on this alone.

[@jasondudash5501]

Released in West Germany on Brain Records in 1972. Released in the U.S. on Billingsgate Records in 1973.

[@MrJohnnyDistortion]

This is from the 1st album "Lonesome Crow" when Schenker was 15/16.GO GET IT!

[@321reh]

Albums to listen to,,1) Lonesome Crow,,2) Fly To The Rainbow,,,3) In Trance 4) Virgin Killer and 5) Taken By Force, LISTEN!!!!

[@stefancolwell63]

321reh Of course , Roth is the master

[@mistermajestic3801]

NO 1 ALBUM TO LISTEN TO (TOKYO TAPES LIVE) WITH ULI!! RELEASE 1978.

[@michaelminervini1908]

Taken By Force was their Best.

[@jcassel61]

Mister Majestic Tokyo Tapes was my introduction to the Scorpions in the USA, on Japanese import. A year or so before Love Drive their first album released in the states.

[@StONed-mb1iv]

VirginKiller is supreme!!

[@reginagiovanini]

THE SPIRIT OF ROCK WILL NEVER DIE!!!!

[@radiocontrolled9181]

Unfortunately it dwindled A LOT in the past 25 years.

[@user-df4yl3cs6q]

@@radiocontrolled9181 but shall never die

[@SmokeBurp]

this is so cool huge 80s scorpion fan by far my favorite band growing up

[@dwill1970]

Best guitar tone ever recorded on vinyl it is simply pure guitar tone on lonesome crow