The Michael Schenker story

[@GuitarSchoolVideo]

In the early ‘90s I had the opportunity to have a private guitar lesson with Michael, and during that lesson he took me through a creative process on how to compose from what is inside your head and heart and translate it to the fretboard. A simple but ingenious method. Listening to this interview confirms what I have always felt about Michael Schenker… He is a true artist.

[@Rockandrollgeerage]

Awesome, wish I had that lesson

[@holgerhagmueller]

@@Rockandrollgeerage #meetoo

[@beoz658]

I remember that, dark times for Michael. He was booked solid as a teacher for what a few months. You were very lucky.

[@traveler11]

How lucky you were !!!!

[@johnbolger2625]

I remember reading an article at that time when he’d gone through hard times. What a great lesson that must have been.

[@adamwarlock3530]

I never listened to the Scorpions until I found out Michael played on Love drive. That was my 1st scorpion album. Just because Michael played on it. He made the scorpions famous in the USA.

[@Comet-hn3gm]

Mr.Michael Schenker has made some of my favorite hard rock melodies ever.

[@traviesoarcefan3063]

Love this guy. Always have since I was a teen and he fried my ears on Strangers in the Night. Rock on Michael !!!

[@daveybuckyou5883]

I think I burned through 2 or 3 copies of Strangers in the Night before I was even out of high school. Possibly still my all time favorite album.

[@wendyhetherington7402]

Tonka chapman did most of the guitar solos on strangers in the night,strange but true

[@1970borntorun]

There's Michael, Randy, and Eddie. then everyone else.... ;)

[@izzimichaels2892]

@@wendyhetherington7402 thats as far from "true" as you can get.

[@WilleArela]

Looks like a Russian soldier !

[@scaryfakevirus]

What a great guy. One of my favourite guitarists ever along with Gary Moore.

[@SPICYTUNAROLL69]

Right on, bro! They have always been my 2 favorites, absolutely the best ever. Masters of their instrument, just in another class from everyone else. Cheers!

[@Crazytownmetal6]

Love Gary's style. Great, Great guitarist.

[@48mastadon]

Strangers in the Night is still one of the best live albums ever produced.

[@MsRocker961]

The Best

[@bobbyperu4683]

Agreed. Truly special and Michael's playing is stunning.

[@johnraymond7176]

Indeed. Often overlooked, a sin.

[@magicdave93]

When I brought Strangers in the Night I was blown away and I still get shivers down my spine every time I play it. Michael is one beautiful, melodic guitarist’s in the world.

[@antlerking69]

UFO utube channel has the Wisconsin show from the night before posted...

[@greghaynes2603]

Michael is my hero. I first heard him on Stranger's in the night and I was hooked he is the greatest guitar player I have ever heard

[@sedonamudsquid]

I love the way he just opens up and speaks from the heart. And he plays from the heart, too. This interview should be required viewing for young players! Thank you, Michael and God Bless you!

[@frankenstien6978]

Good Points

[@benjaminleviston5559]

This guy is MAGIC, PASSION, and PURE ENTHUSIASM!!!🤘🏿

[@kevinknight3606]

He was done wrong,sounds so familar.how many people out there with raw,hard core talent.just waiting to be discovered, get ripped off at the drop of a hat.stuck working dead end jobs.IT'S SO WRONG.

[@jerry_fishguy]

Michael Schenker is one of the best out there. He just ran into a few bad apples during the course of his career. Started listening to UFO in 1978 and never stopped.

[@gwhale8177]

He ranks up with the greatest guitarists of all time. Genius...

[@SilverSurfer5150]

Why? What did he invent or techniques did he pioneer?

[@philipwittke8491]

Not technically but artistically... his songwriting is unmatched...that's why he was always linked to be in the next big band...i.e.,the Stones,Aerosmith,Ozzy....etc

[@davemazza791]

True statement!

[@SilverSurfer5150]

@@philipwittke8491 Black Sabbath, blown away by Van Halen as a support act and made Ozzy want to quit.

[@vitalygolub9716]

​@@SilverSurfer5150melody at unsurpassed level, awesome vibrato, multiple highly rated works with UFO, scorpions and msg. Multiple acoustic records. If people like you were spoon fed Michael Schenker he would be higher than Van Halen on your list. Did I mention Michael is extremely technical and an excellent rhythm guitar player? Try playing save yourself if you don't believe me.

[@JoeyArmstrong2800]

One of the greatest players to ever strap on a guitar. A very technical player with tons of melody and emotion which isn't easy to do. Uli Jon Roth and Gary Moore as well.

[@1970borntorun]

And Randy Rhoads !! :)

[@JoeyArmstrong2800]

@@1970borntorun Can't forget Randy!

[@Dave_Wight_The_Rock_Oracle]

he is a great player, Shankar is probably underrated, but he is not at the Rhoads or van Halen level. Gary moore a huge Rhoads fan too

[@StreetTruckinTitan]

@@Dave_Wight_The_Rock_Oracle MS surpasses all others because he is underrated. If he was in a super group like VH or Ozzy, Scorps, he would undoubtedly be ranked #1. undebatable

[@Dave_Wight_The_Rock_Oracle]

@@StreetTruckinTitan this makes no sense, Blizzard of ozz was a super group because of Randy, he was the Michael Jordan, the fact Shankar couldn't carry a group to being super actually reduces his status in my eyes, you just hurt his case.shankar worked with better vocalists than Ozzy and Rhoads, Iommi maximized his skills. On what planet was Eddie van halen in a super group, he made Roth into an elite frontman, Roth is tone deaf, so you need to realize what great guitarists do....see a pattern?

[@sinnertrain7405]

One of the greatest rock guitarists of all time, in my opinion. And he keeps advancing his playing too.

[@tbuc2920]

Check out Michael a few months ago - Michael Schenker - Hellfest 2022 - @ARTE Concert. I feel Michael is playing at his very best right now in 2022. This show in France at Hellfest is pure perfect Michael.

[@markr.devereux3385]

@@tbuc2920 Michael can be so goofy and lovable. The clip of him walking around and stopping by a German music store to discuss vintage equipment. The proprietor brings out one of JIMI s strategy and SCHENKER barely glances at it and continues talking and checking out the shop. So like him to do that😂🥰

[@izzimichaels2892]

i dont think hes gotten any better than he was in the 70s

[@kevinmcguinness1113]

​@markr.devereux3385 Uli Jon Roth is one of Michael's oldest childhood friends and owns one of Hendrix's Strats. It was given to him by Monika Danneman, Jimi's girlfriend in London who was with him on the night he died, so seeing a Hendrix Strat would not have been a surprise or a novelty to Michael.

[@sandbiker]

My all-time favorite guitarist. His rhythm playing is incredible too.

[@delete.102]

Jabs smokes him

[@strangevisions5162]

@@delete.102 prove it

[@patrickrice8232]

Absolutely 💯

[@paulfitzpatrick6566]

@@delete.102 other way round.

[@abvergata9864]

His innocence on his ability and what a legend he is is soo refreshing. I remember another interview where his sister had to tell him about Rudolf taking advantage of him. His words seem genuine so I have to believe Michael's take on how he was treated. Thank God he continued making his own path and didn't turn his back on music after having bad experiences with his brother and Phil in UFO.

[@lindaodell5207]

For a long time I have listened to UFO and Michael. He makes such beautiful music 🎶 with the V.He truly blessed with a gift of playing his guitar sing 🎸 Rock on Michael.

[@izzimichaels2892]

i think michael recalls things in a way that suits his story. there are stories from mogg, among others that contradict michael tall tales

[@justtunes89]

🎸YES your right .. very well sad !!! 👍

[@kevinmcguinness1113]

​​@@izzimichaels2892I would tend to believe Michael. There are a few stories around about Phil Mogg, that he was a bully and used to fight with his band colleagues and also that he beat Michael up, which was the main reason he walked out on UFO.

[@Ronjon69]

My 8 year old daughter is learning guitar now. After listening and watching the blonde bomber play. She loves his music.

[@danielross9057]

Little young to get her into that stuff weirdo

[@dannymcmince]

That's fantastic..good on your daughter 🤘

[@cygnus1965]

What’s wrong with that? My daughter raced motorcycles at 6. She looked up to all the pro riders. Kids need to have hero’s. I wasn’t sure at the time but I know know that I am one of my kids hero’s to this day. You sound like the one with a problem.

[@ranman5491]

Great job showing her some brilliant playing by King Michael, he has been my guitar hero for over 40 years, just a true legend.

[@paulfitzpatrick6566]

@@danielross9057 your comment is narcissistic bullying & gaslighting & is prosecutable in a court of law.

[@326vince]

Schenker is indeed an original musician. His style made me pick up guitar and want to play my own music. I’d been a drummer since I was a kid. Force it and seeing him after was life changing to me. God bless him and Music

[@michaelschenker4412]

Hello 👋 Vince How're you doing, it's been a long journey, and I'm nothing without amazing fans like you who appreciate my musical craftiness, All love to you and yours ❤️

[@326vince]

Your not Schenker. Get a life.

[@paulfitzpatrick6566]

@@michaelschenker4412 coming from the greatest melodic, emotional & skilful rock guitarist ever, serious humility Michael Schenker. I saw you live in London with UFO 1995, & in 1980/81 with the guys from MSG, Gary Barden, Paul Raymond & Cozy Powell. Your guitar playing was & remains un-equalled. A superb musical artist who has inspired generations of players, such as the current Richie Faulkner whose playing reflects your own & who freely recognises you as a major influence. 👊👍😃

[@tmmyjay]

We saw Michael at a bus stop in West Hills Ca back in the 90's. Victory blvd, between Fallbrook and Platt. Offered him a ride and he declined. Said that he wasn't going anywhere. This dude is all time legendary! LOVE SCHENKER!

[@mfactor88]

introduced to the Obsession album in 1979. still play it in the car every week or so. one of the greatest rock albums EVER imho. Great interview, thankyou Michael :)

[@ianstuart5660]

Definitely!

[@lagpressure]

Schenker was light years beyond any other lead player. No one has come close. His melodies on lead feel like great classical compositions that could stand alone on their own.

[@fretfix1]

Randy Rhoads came close and lived only a short period of time.

[@davidowen4426]

So true

[@izzimichaels2892]

@@fretfix1 randy was another schenker fan, i dont sense much feeling in randy's playing.

[@drsilkman]

Not an ounce of arrogance and tells it like it is. A musical genius who gave us so many metal classics. Phenomenon by UFO was, and still is, a mind blowing album. Rock Bottom remains as one of my favourite all time songs - the riffs are off the chart for someone so young at the time. Keep rocking Michael - a guitar God.

[@chuckm4540]

Schenker was both a riff-master and lead playing savant. One of the all-time best players in Rock.

[@Allan-et5ig]

He had enormous ego - and humility - in the 80's when he played a small club in Seattle and was in various call-in radio shows. I like him warts and all and he's a great musician.

[@chuckm4540]

@@Allan-et5ig well said!

[@RussUlmer]

I totally agree!

[@izzimichaels2892]

no arrogance? apparently you havent heard the interview where michael says rudy stole everything from him (including his SOUL, yes he actually said that)

[@markr.devereux3385]

I still think the early UFO records are the most incredible creative streak. Better than Jimmy page beck or Clapton. Those solos are master works. His ear for a beautiful melodic shapes played with intensity and various scales are from a true artist. God blessed him with heavenly dust . His discography should last a thousand years and be appreciated.

[@chilledmonkeebrains]

I agree. How was he relatively unknown at that time

[@jfo3000]

The UFO years had the most intensity in the playing.

[@izzimichaels2892]

those 5 albums.....the ufo / schenker years, are as good as rock music gets. lighting in a bottle.

[@markr.devereux3385]

@@izzimichaels2892 too bad 90% of music fans only know LOVEDRIVE(and some credit all by mathais) which is a lazy michael Schenker and MSG which is different from the UFO years. Then he was unbeatable with his playing. I am a guitarist and I was so jealous of his chops ugh.. it drove me crazy trying to figure out those solos.

[@markr.devereux3385]

@@massapower is CHEVY PICKUP BETTER THAN FORD? YOU'RE GODDAMNED RIGHT.. It's not just different strokes for different folks. Connoisseur vs.mentally challenged. Is marvel better than DC comics? I don't even need to waste more time here.

[@amoruzz]

Michael is much brighter than he gets credit for. I've read negative articles, but to listen to him talk about his life with the ring of truth to it, opens up a much more clear understanding of who he is, etc. Thank you.

[@matthewpaluch777]

I was fortunate enough to see Michael with UFO for the recording of "Strangers in the Night". I've been a fan ever since.

[@matthewpaluch777]

UFO "Strangers in the Night" International Amphitheater Chicago, IL. U.S.A. October 1978 Phil Mogg - vocals Pete Way - bass guitar Andy Parker - drums Michael Schenker - guitar Paul Raymond - keyboards, guitar, backing vocals Production Ron Nevison - producer, engineer

[@FreeMTrider]

Wow...incredible time in history.....of timeless music

[@rodneybrimer5171]

Amazing guitarist. People who have followed Michael know he is one of a kind. Interesting another favorite guitarist of mine is a big fan of Schenker. Richie Faulkner. I would enjoy to seeing them share a stage!

[@michaelburns3551]

Just never get tired of hearing this guy play especially live

[@ralphtarr5931]

A true ARTIST , INNOVATOR and he's not pompous or egotistical he's RIGHT and more humble than he sounds, he deserved so much more BUT he became so much more 😎 I'm a drummer and he was a huge influence on how I play and feel my instrument 🥁🥁🥁🥁✌️

[@kreuzzer2845]

Michael inspired me a lot, so sad to hear he has problems with his brother rudolf. his solos will always be unforgotten. What a great talent. He speaks my words when he is speaking about playing guitar!!! Wonderful!🤗👍

[@missiontotransition641]

Great clip! One of the best ive ever seen on KZbin! My favorite guitar player since i saw him live in concert 1980 with MSG. Met him twice over the years. Great to see him still rockin in 2022. Great stories. LOVEDRIVE is my Favorite Scorpions album. Great stories in his career. Wish he would write a book!

[@batphink2655]

Ricky yeah I'd buy his book like now'

[@jesse75]

Listen to Michael. He's full of excitement and energy. More treasure to come from his heart ❤️. A good person. No plan be. Not many can make that claim. I'm so thankful that I grew up listening to his riffs and going to see him in concerts. His UFO days were priceless. Keep on Rocking !!!.......

[@amarco5057]

This guy is a wizard! One of my favourite album: "One night at Budokan" with MSG. Thx Michael!

[@sergioaranamontero9474]

Los paisajes musicales plenos de sentido que traza en ese album no se encuentran en ninguna otra parte 👍🙋

[@mickeyjohn2442]

All Michael's recordings with the Scorpions...UFO and solo albums are absolutely beautiful and genuis...But two albums that I absolutely love are Adventures of the Imagination and an album you rarely ever hear of is and one of my favorites is The Odd Trio...Michael plays every instrument on the album...It's absolutely Amazing.

[@Schenkerfan]

I completely agree! Three Fish Dancing is definitely one of my favorites, and the Odd Trio is a terrific instrumental album. I am pretty biased though lol because I find a lot of comfort in his music.

[@Contato1001]

Thanks Mickey, just learned about this The Odd Trio situation. Michael turns out to be a VERY GOOD drummer and bass player, the guy is not from this planet May I ask what is your favourite version of Rock Bottom? Mine are SITN and Rockpalast 81

[@mickeyjohn2442]

@@Contato1001 I'm glad you like The Odd Trio :‐) it's one of my absolute favorites...My favorite version of Rock Bottom is SITN...then Rockpalast 81...and then Don Kirshner' Rock Concert 1974...Here's a few more Gems of Michael's catalogue of music...just in case you haven't heard them yet. 1. Michael Schenker - Dreams and Expressions 2. Schenker Pattison Summit - The Endless Jam 3. Schenker Pattison Summit - The Endless Jam Continues There are quite a few Live albums of UFO/Michael Schenker/McCauley Schenker that I absolutely love...I grew up loving live albums...SITN...Kiss Alive 1...Kiss Alive 2...and so on...Do you have any Live albums of his...if yes...What ones do you have ?

[@Contato1001]

@@mickeyjohn2442 Hi Mickey, tks for replying Oh man, it all started with Kiss for me, back in 1983, Shout It Out Loud was the first rock song I ever liked. Alive 1 and 2 are awesome! As for Micheal I have UFO's SITN, Live at Budokan 1981 and Rock Will Never Die I used to try to explain for those that do not know what SITN and One Night at Budokan represent to guitar and rock music. I do not anymore, if you listen to them and dont get, no explaining will ever be enough I still need to give both Schenker Pattison Summit a proper listen Cheers!

[@izzimichaels2892]

@@Contato1001 lol he is a great guitarist. his drumming is as basic as drumming gets.

[@jameshunter1763]

Always has and always will be my favorite guitarist, a truly gifted artist.

[@davidsiller9078]

The greatest guitar player EVER!!! My favorite and my brother Ron's as well.

[@jjgalletta66]

Became a Schenker fan since first hearing ‘Strangers.’ Loved his work with Scorpions (Love Drive). Became a devoted MSG fan in 1983. Saw him twice in 1984. (Snuck in on a fake ID both times.) Saw him again in 2016 and 2019. Got all MSG albums on vinyl. He is the guitarist’s guitarist - influenced NUMEROUS players.

[@deanrane1961]

Great interview! Terrific insight to the man & very solid advice, not only for guitarists but musicians & artists in general. Thanx for this upload.👍👍🎸

[@luisvillarreal5262]

What a genius. Michael can make a tennis racket sound good. So much feel in his melodic playing. I especially loved his work with Robin McCauley in the McCauley/Schenker Band. He’s coming to Corpus Christi, Texas with W.A.S.P. and Armored Saint in November 2022, where I hope to see him live.

[@stressederic64]

Always magic to see this guy play live - legend

[@PETERODZZ]

The more I listen to him the more respect I have for him

[@justtunes89]

🎸 Definitely...Me Too🎸

[@lavendarguitar5517]

That was one of the most amazing interviews I have ever listened to. Wow. A whole new found respect for Michael Schenker... thank you

[@larrydellinger6679]

Definitely one of my favorite guitarists! Got introduced to UFO and MSG my junior year in 83! I still wake up the neighborhood! Lol

[@williamchadduck3910]

Michael is the reason I kept playing in the 70,s and 80,s

[@RichardSleyster]

Always loved his playing but now I absolutely love the person!!

[@Grnfinger]

follow your heart follow your dreams this guy is amazing to sit and listen to I wish I could hang out with him for a few months

[@mahenderspider]

my guitar hero, thank you for the inspiration, melody and everything in between.

[@AntiPattern328]

Absolutely Michael Schenker!!! You've always brought a smile to my heart every time I hear your music and that's all that matters!!

[@skylark886]

I'll always love this mad axeman... :)

[@danriley903]

DAMN! a very expressive interview! his vocal passion parallels his playing, sad he was so naive in younger years. my favorite rock lead player. high flyer studio is my go to for his signature tone/attack. THE BEST!!! seen him live 5? times, amazing!

[@abvergata9864]

Michael is THE master of the flying V!!!! Hands down, end of discussion. He has created riffs and songs that are legendary. From Scorpions, UFO, and solo, his guitar is indelible to hard rock history. A metal god ( all due respect to Rob Halford who trademarked the term) on guitar. Love you Michael, I have for many decades and always will my friend.

[@TheMack]

The McAuley Schenker albums was my introduction. Those albums are *incredible* and have been such an inspiration! I love that I got to see the Schenker fest live a few years ago!

[@nonrevnosnibormetalbeerrev6251]

The best and most melodic guitarist to ever grace the planet 🌍🤘

[@NinjaRunningWild]

Listen to Vinnie Moore.

[@nonrevnosnibormetalbeerrev6251]

@@NinjaRunningWild I already have and not close

[@paulfitzpatrick6566]

@@NinjaRunningWild Vinnie Moore cannot be compared to Michael Schenker. Seen Moore live with UFO - he has not the creativity that Schenker has. Nor the melodic ability.

[@paulfitzpatrick6566]

@@nonrevnosnibormetalbeerrev6251 100%

[@ranman5491]

@@paulfitzpatrick6566 you are absolutely correct, Michael has a thousand times more soul and feel with his brilliant playing. He set the trend for other players to follow, but he has always led the way. A true legend.

[@mattlortz6026]

Man, he really hates his brother. Michael is a genius and a madman. I've been listening to him since I was a kid. One of my guitar heroes.

[@klasseact6663]

Rock and Roll version of Cain and Abel. Hopefully they bury the hatchet before it's too late🙏

[@acepaul407]

Listen to the interview with Ric Browde concerning Michael. To say MS is a madman is being very polite. The man burned down his own house because he couldn't get any cocaine.

[@user-hu4gr1bo5g]

His brother hates him. Some of us know the feeling. Amen.

[@mhsandifer]

Especially when he freaked out and threw all his guitars in a swimming pool. He's got a screw loose. I'm a huge UFO fan. Obsession is one of the best albums ever made

[@ProbableCauseBluesBand]

Truth is truth. Family is a bond not by blood.

[@radioflatland]

Michael Schenker is one of my alltime favourits. He is such a gifted guitarist with such an immense sense for melody. My good old friend Karsten said, Michael Schenker has more melodies in one song than most of the metal and rock band in a whole album. I think, he is right.

[@jazchaz1274]

A Legend........One More For The Rodeo........what a song.....and all the rest of the classics.........Genius............

[@paulfitzpatrick6566]

Yes indeed great comment the whole of Obsession is a superb stand out recording of MS at his early days top of his playing. Look at the solo phrasing in Born To Lose. Incredible. Hot ‘N Ready Cherry The inimitable Only You Can Rock Me - went on to become a UFO staple.

[@jeromeharris16]

Always wondered,but now I know,thanks Michael,you’re the best!

[@davidday8417]

I first saw him in 77 UFO opened for Rush I was so impressed by this 17 year old they stole the show !! I went out the next day and bought every album he had a hand in Phenomenon,Force it,No heavy Petting,obsession and of course Lights out !! This young man was responsible for UFO being so successful if you don’t believe he was the driving force behind that band go to any recent video on You Tube and see what songs their covering. !! Michael Schenker is 1 of my all time favorites because of his awesome guitar riffs !!! I’m glad that he is finally having fun playing !!

[@shaneweippert6503]

This is a fascinating video - but also difficult to watch at the same time. He seems nearly oblivious that for better or worse, he's contributed to his many outcomes - both those that are positive and those that are negative. Everything good that happened was because of him. Everything bad was because of everyone else (-?!?). This doesn't seem like a recipe for personal growth. I wish him the best, and hope that he continues on a clean, successful path & creating new music - he is a fantastic talent, and I've always appreciated his work.

[@stephaniemednansky6032]

Love Michael's playing. Don't love the dirty laundry

[@joemanna491]

I agree with Mike. He's not ripping his brother because he wants the money. He just wants to accolades and credit that he deserves.

[@shaneweippert6503]

@@joemanna491 I know what you're saying. And, I think I can relate to anyone who feels like they've been "ripped off, underpaid" as the AC DC song goes, lol. . . . but I also think there's an element of Mike not acknowledging that the Scorpions became "most successful" only well AFTER Mike and them parted ways. Mike seems to have adopted a 'me or them' type of positioning, and I honestly think they're both/all extremely talented - and the way he positions it in this interview, is they were all talentless idiots except for him, which I'd have to respectfully disagree with

[@joemanna491]

@@shaneweippert6503 I will buy that argument. Funny thing is, I felt a little sour of the scorpions after love driver animal magnetism whichever came before Love at first sting

[@TxpNoveske]

Michael is the bomb. Very inspirational .

[@Dave_Wight_The_Rock_Oracle]

Shankar is a great player

[@margueritemazzeo2904]

​@@Dave_Wight_The_Rock_OracleIt's Schenker.

[@andreurey8993]

Bro!!! There IS So Much ❤ in this !!! The Tao of Michael Schenker, Pure Gold!!!

[@rodthornell6198]

Michael is a genius in disguise! He was not in the game for riches or fame but for his passion in life with zero ego. I followed UFO and then the Scorpions thru them good years and he is by far the most underrated guitarist that has ever lived and thank you so much for presenting this documentary on KZbin for understanding now why he is never in the top 100 of guitar players, He never kissed anybody's butt for publicity or to gain wealth. Love you Micheal!

[@raisinsawdust]

Michael has a youthful and energetic exuberance when he is talking about what he loves!

[@donaldfox6976]

Absolute brilliant analogy at the end !!!

[@metalllives]

Michael is a legendary guitar player and deserves his notoriety. I wish he and his brother were more brotherly…the animosity is distracting.

[@philfrank9226]

Not from Rudolf, Rudi talks with respect 4 his brother.

[@henryh.3988]

@@philfrank9226 Der eine kanns und der andere möchte gerne

[@philfrank9226]

@@henryh.3988 Shut up!!

[@Dave_Wight_The_Rock_Oracle]

Shankar on Shankar crime is sad

[@jfo3000]

@@philfrank9226 That's because Rudolf did the ripping off and hiding the credits on the re-releases. He's not angry, if anything he might feel guilty, so he says little, only quick niceties and gets the conversation to a different topic.

[@oliverisailovic]

I always love Michael... amazing melodic solos and riffs and such great tone! Keep going dear Michael!!!

[@pfdrtom]

After watching several interviews with Michael I think it's safe to say he will speak his mind not caring what people think...just like the way he plays guitar!

[@briansirak906]

A great, passionate soul. What an interview. I was lucky enough to see Michael with UFO at the Morris Stage, NJ in the early 80's. Great times!

[@TheHurtDawg]

A true innovator, artist and inspiration! No fear. Pursue music with no plan B. Hero!

[@richardmorton4762]

Brilliant interview, great insight into his passion for music and commitment to achieve his true vocation in life.

[@darryl1292]

Michael has always been one of my favorite Guitar players of all-time...!!!

[@thewurm9177]

Sad to hear so much bitterness and animosity from one of my all-time guitar heroes... Love ya Michael. I hope you find inner peace and humility, and somehow forgive and love your brother again

[@mikegordon5920]

Rudy is toxic to Michael why should he accept it?

[@cumuluscloud3854]

@@mikegordon5920 What was toxic to Michael was his years of alcohol and drug abuse.

[@iempire100]

@@cumuluscloud3854 and despite that he never worried about money? I like his playing much as anyone else but he likes to leave out the parts of his life that aren't positive. Life journey is about the good and the bad. Whole lot of me me me. Surely there are some people to acknowledge and credit along the way.

[@wantan6397]

Hands down the most genuinly honest and insanely talented guitarist. Love his German accent, still being able to get his message across. Did not know how he thought about his brother Rudolf. Sad, but lucky him that he made its own way. Great guy who I'd love to meet and chat about everything guitars in rock music.

[@briankehew579]

Mr. Melody - a very pure musician.

[@jameswilson3554]

First interview I've seen of him..not only is he one of my favorite musicians he is a wonderful dude. Great teacher I'm sure he explains things down to earth. I'm sure glad I watched this. 2thumbs up. Great video. Thank you for posting..

[@bobbynameirakpa5939]

Honestly, a very heart touching story. I'll always gonna love him. What an Amazing guitarist & music creater.... ✌🤘

[@repairfreak]

I just love the passion Michael shows for his playing. One can absolutely see how much joy and meaning playing the guitar brings to his life through how he attempts to explain the creative processes in which he works. Keep on Rocking brother! We love and respect your true dedication & passion to your Art. ❤️😎👍

[@Gybe1132]

I saw him with MSG in St George’s hall Bradford with that V in I think 1980 and it is still the best concert I have been to.

[@commentarywiseisbias]

Love Michael Schenker! I just like how expressively he talks.

[@zeus-bx9xw]

been listening to Micheal since the 70s... BADASS.. i was lucky the U.F.O records were available in new zealand. LONG LIVE SCHENKER... 21/04/2022 Koitiata nz

[@larrycarrillo1766]

I bought Lonesome Crow and fell in love with Micheal Shenker’s guitar licks . Great musician, great human being.

[@Clemmy54]

A true genius - thank you Michael.

[@josefsreba6702]

Mount Olympus of guitar greats, Michael FUCKING Schenker!!! simply because... OF ONE unbelieveable, jaw-dropping, LIVE ALBUM like his UFO breakout masterpiece!!!

[@macaronisalad5]

Thank you michael for a lifetime of wonderful music 😊

[@TonyPuleo1]

One of the best Rock players ever...Love what He does 🤙🏽💥

[@donerickson7504]

I love Michael Schenker one of the greatest guitarists of all time,,, Bona fide Zlegend

[@kevinhindman9943]

The first time I heard the guitar on the UFO album FORCE IT, I was inspired by Michael and his amazing talent. His sound was awesome.

[@markr.devereux3385]

If you like Michael shenks FORCE IT is the creme de la creme

[@ThinPicks]

Me too, I was looking for something exciting in a record shop and saw this guy on the back with long hair and a white V so listened to the first song Let It Roll and that was it, the whole album is incredible, and Michael created a guitar sound like no other to this day. Interesting later to learn about his half-cocked wah pedal and 50W Marshall preference, just unique!

[@markr.devereux3385]

@@ThinPicks 👍👍👍

[@ThinPicks]

I love the "dreamy" section at the end of This Kid's, a mellotron I think providing the lush chords and that beautiful harmonised lead guitar melody, sounds like all of Michael's European heritage through his wonderful playing.

[@markr.devereux3385]

@@ThinPicks very probable.. the production team has never been talked about. I will look it up in Pete way's memoir

[@ralphtobias4617]

Too Hot to Handle is still one of my favorite solos. Well-constructed and very emotional!

[@wildwillie7792]

Michael is a TRUE rock and roll Renaissance man, and when talking bout the very top guitarists in the world, Michael definitely holds his own it that very category.

[@davidlucero2711]

Nobody sounds like him. Nobody ever will. Millions of Metal fans like me, post him in the number one spot for guitar purity. Millions more do not. That’s cool too. I’m just thankful to have lived to witness his art in his time.

[@gordiannot77]

Michael is a Phenomenon❤️

[@davidmatela9868]

UFO & The Scorpions are equally as important in the history of Rock n’ Roll so be proud of your history. The fans know your contributions to both.

[@margueritemazzeo2904]

We went to see MSG in Florida in 1990..hung out with Michael and the band before they took the stage..my daughter got Michael's guitar pick and gave it to me after the show as a Mother's Day gift.😊❤🎉

[@JustAnotherStar1990]

That Guy is brilliant, i love his Sympathy and of course his Music, but also his personal style in playing, his Mindset and and and... one of the Best World Wide, without any Doubt!

[@rosalindmodica]

Im so excited to see you in Sept in SF.....Watch, Listen, Learn...You are an amazing beauty....Pure of Heart....Soul in Flight.

[@thestrum71]

Guy is a legend! Truly unique style of playing. The headmaster of the German style of 'how to play leadguitar' school.

[@starfighter1972]

Definitely a Musical Genious. Amazing artist.

[@MickPsyphon]

I remember when I first heard Michael playing in The Scorpions... and the material that he explored in live sessions at the time... it struck me even then, as a young teenager, that he was quite literally paving his own path. I always thought how good he was... naturally talented... gifted; and yet in most conversations that I had with friends or colleagues about great guitar players, I invariably found myself alone in bringing Michael Schenker into the discussions. IMO, he deserves to be mentioned amongst my personal all-time favourite guitar players (in no particular order): Eddie Van Halen Randy Rhoads Gary Moore Roy Clark Angus Young

[@martinmueller5328]

Never after the almighty dollar a pure guitarist with talent to spare

[@leviddesign4537]

Michael was my driving force to play guitar. Absolute hero.

[@jesse75]

Same.

[@lonewizzard8456]

Michael has that ability to be melodic and super heavy at the same time. He's easily one of the best.

[@mooncritter721]

I have been a fan of Michael since 1979. I play guitar and he blew me away with his style. Bluesy yet heavy and cool. Nobody back then was doing anything like it. I still love his style and I also love the work he did on SCORPIONS LOVE DRIVE ALBUM. That album was the best SCORPIONS album to date!! The guitar tones are massive and cut like a knife through the mix. The Marshall plexi is the best amp for soloing. PERIOD!!! It is so sharp cutting and the notes bite hard and clear. You don`t hear that sound much anymore. That is a shame!!!