SCORPIONS

The first re-release of the fourth live album by legendary German Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band.
The first acoustic live album and another non-Metal passion project from Germany’s original Heavy Metal band, "Acoustica" composed of a number of ‘unplugged’ performances from one of their early tours from this millennium (there’s also a DVD and VHS of the same title that’s a bit longer). 
"Acoustica" was recorded during three concerts held in February 2001 at the Convento do Beato in Lisbon, Portugal. It was a most unusual set for the band, as Klaus Meine comments on the DVD. The band was supported by female backing vocalists, a percussionist, an extra guitarist, and Christian Kolonovits on keyboards. Kolonovits also collaborated on rearranging the songs for the acoustic set. He had previously worked with the band as a conductor and arranger on the "Moment Of Glory" album.
Like the orchestral album "Moment Of Glory", the majority of tracks rendered acoustically here are the band’s ballads. And once again, it’s no surprise, as these are the tracks most easily adaptable to the ‘unplugged’ sound. However, unlike the aforementioned attempt at diversity, here the Scorpions are a bit more ambitious and varied. Scorpions performed four new songs: "Life Is Too Short", "Back to You", "I Wanted to Cry" and "When Love Kills Love", the last of which was released as a Single. All the new songs were featured on the VHS, while "Back to You" and five other previously recorded songs were omitted from the CD.
"Acoustica" also contains cover versions of The Cars' "Drive", Kansas' "Dust in the Wind", and the Queen hit "Love of My Life".
The album attained Gold status in Brazil, and the DVD attained Platinum status. In Portugal, the album went straight to No.1, selling 50 000 copies.
For those that enjoy the lighter side of Germany’s finest, "Acoustica" should a purchase!
Released with fold-out cover.
RCA/Sony Music Entertainment Germany GmbH, 2001/2011 (88697 59268 2). Made in the EU.


Tracklist:
1. The Zoo 5:48
2. Always Somewhere 4:11
3. Life Is Too Short 5:18
4. Holiday 5:55
5. You & I 5:19
6. When Love Kills Love 4:54
7. Dust In The Wind (Kansas cover) 3:49
8. Send Me An Angel 5:24
9. Catch Your Train 3:41
10. I Wanted To Cry (But The Tears Wouldn't Come) 3:49
11. Wind Of Change 5:34
12. Love Of My Life (Queen cover) 2:32
13. Drive (Cars cover) 4:00
14. Still Loving You 5:44
15. Hurricane 2001 4:34
Total playing time: 70:32  min.

The first remastered re-release of the seventh full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
"Animal Magnetism" is the one of the most awesome records Scorpions ever did, in the same level of their most popular famous releases. This one is quite unpredictable. Most people might have expected an absolutely similar work to its predecessor, after the crushing success it achieved. Surprise, this doesn’t sound like the previous LP at all. There are a few similarities, though, like the loose tempos and omnipresent massive riffing. As advanced and refreshing for those times as its predecessor, as heavy and fierce as its successor, just a bit quieter. Here you will find some of the most killer riffs the combo Jabs - Schenker ever created and played. Also, their most underrated ballad ever, "Lady Starlight", probably the deepest and most sentimental from their whole career. Don’t hesitate to check this out, you might get a big surprise!
The exceptional cover artwork by Hipgnosis’ Mr. Thorgerson makes this LP even more seductive and provocative, not as explicit and scandalous as the previous album, but still has some subliminal sexual message…
The RIAA certified the record as Gold on 8 March 1984, and Platinum on 28 October 1991.
Mercury Records/PolyGram, 1980/1997 (314 534 785-2). Made in USA.


Tracklist:
1. Make It Real 3:49
2. Don't Make No Promises (Your Body Can't Keep) 2:58
3. Hold Me Tight 4:00
4. Twentieth Century Man 3:04
5. Lady Starlight 6:16
6. Falling In Love 4:11
7. Only A Man 3:35
8. The Zoo 5:30
9. Animal Magnetism 5:56
Total playing time: 39:19 min.

The first re-release of the seventh full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
"Animal Magnetism" is the one of the most awesome records Scorpions ever did, in the same level of their most popular famous releases. This one is quite unpredictable. Most people might have expected an absolutely similar work to its predecessor, after the crushing success it achieved. Surprise, this doesn’t sound like the previous LP at all. There are a few similarities, though, like the loose tempos and omnipresent massive riffing. As advanced and refreshing for those times as its predecessor, as heavy and fierce as its successor, just a bit quieter. Here you will find some of the most killer riffs the combo Jabs - Schenker ever created and played. Also, their most underrated ballad ever, "Lady Starlight", probably the deepest and most sentimental from their whole career. Don’t hesitate to check this out, you might get a big surprise!
The exceptional cover artwork by Hipgnosis’ Mr. Thorgerson makes this LP even more seductive and provocative, not as explicit and scandalous as the previous album, but still has some subliminal sexual message…
EMI Electrola GmbH/Harvest/Fame, 1980/1984 (1C 038 1575441). Made in Germany. Second press. OIS. Used (cover/disc): NM/NM-.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. Make It Real 3:50
2. Don't Make No Promises (Your Body Can't Keep) 2:55
3. Hold Me Tight 3:57
4. Twentieth Century Man 3:00
5. Lady Starlight 6:18

Side 2
1. Falling In Love 4:10
2. Only A Man 3:35
3. The Zoo 5:30
4. Animal Magnetism 6:00

Total playing time: 39:31 min.

The seventh full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
"Animal Magnetism" is the one of the most awesome records Scorpions ever did, in the same level of their most popular famous releases. This one is quite unpredictable. Most people might have expected an absolutely similar work to its predecessor, after the crushing success it achieved. Surprise, this doesn’t sound like the previous LP at all. There are a few similarities, though, like the loose tempos and omnipresent massive riffing. As advanced and refreshing for those times as its predecessor, as heavy and fierce as its successor, just a bit quieter. Here you will find some of the most killer riffs the combo Jabs - Schenker ever created and played. Also, their most underrated ballad ever, "Lady Starlight", probably the deepest and most sentimental from their whole career. Don’t hesitate to check this out, you might get a big surprise!
The exceptional cover artwork by Hipgnosis’ Mr. Thorgerson makes this LP even more seductive and provocative, not as explicit and scandalous as the previous album, but still has some subliminal sexual message…
Mercury/Phonogram Inc., a Polygram Company, 1980 (SRM-1-3825). Made in USA. First press. Used (cover/disc): EX/EX+.


Tracklist:

Side One
1. Make It Real 3:49
2. Don't Make No Promises (Your Body Can't Keep) 2:55
3. Hold Me Tight 3:53
4. Twentieth Century Man 3:00
5. Lady Starlight 6:11

Side Two
6. Falling In Love 4:09
7. Only A Man 3:32
8. The Zoo 5:28
9. Animal Magnetism 5:56

Total playing time: 38:53 min.

The fourth re-release of the seventh full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
"Animal Magnetism" is the one of the most awesome records Scorpions ever did, in the same level of their most popular famous releases. This one is quite unpredictable. Most people might have expected an absolutely similar work to its predecessor, after the crushing success it achieved. Surprise, this doesn’t sound like the previous LP at all. There are a few similarities, though, like the loose tempos and omnipresent massive riffing. As advanced and refreshing for those times as its predecessor, as heavy and fierce as its successor, just a bit quieter. Here you will find some of the most killer riffs the combo Jabs - Schenker ever created and played. Also, their most underrated ballad ever, "Lady Starlight", probably the deepest and most sentimental from their whole career. Don’t hesitate to check this out, you might get a big surprise!
The exceptional cover artwork by Hipgnosis’ Mr. Thorgerson makes this LP even more seductive and provocative, not as explicit and scandalous as the previous album, but still has some subliminal sexual message…
The RIAA certified the record as Gold on 8 March 1984, and Platinum on 28 October 1991.
Remaster 2015. One of the twelve albums of "Scorpions Colours Of Rock" Series, 180g heavy weight Red Vinyl in Soft Touch cover sleeve.
BMG Rights Management GmbH, 1980/2023 (538881331). Made in the EU.


Tracklist:

Side One
1. Make It Real 3:50
2. Don't Make No Promises (Your Body Can't Keep) 2:58
3. Hold Me Tight 3:58
4. Twentieth Century Man 3:03
5. Lady Starlight 6:16

Side Two
6. Falling In Love 4:11
7. Only A Man 3:36
8. The Zoo 5:29
9. Animal Magnetism 5:58

Total playing time: 39:19 min.

The second “Best Of” compilation album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
Rare laminate cover edition.
RCA/BMG Ariola Hamburg GmbH/Arteton Ltd., 1984/1991 (NL74517). Unofficial release. Made in USSR. Used.


Tracklist:

Side1
1. Top Of The Bill 3:22
2. They Need A Million 4:47
3. Longing For Fire 2:42
4. Catch Your Train 3:32
5. Speedy's Coming (Live) 3:21
6. Crying Days 4:36

Side 2
1. All Night Long (Live) 2:55
2. This Is My Song 4:07
3. Sun In My Hand 4:20
4. We'll Burn The Sky (Live) 8:16

Total playing time: 41:58 min.

The first remastered re-release of the eighth full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
"Blackout" was the Scorpions' first majorly successful album, due to its clever balance of Pop/Rock (the title track), power ballads ("When the Smoke Is Going Down"), and catchy Heavy Metal ("Dynamite", "No One Like You"). Vocalist Klaus Meine had a throat operation prior to the record's release, and surprisingly, his voice sounds more melodic and lively than ever. The rest of the band sounds great as well, and the album is highlighted by the fast-paced performances of guitarists Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs.
After losing his voice during the writing of the album, lead vocalist Klaus Meine had to undergo surgery on his vocal cords, and it was uncertain whether he would be able to record it. Demos of the material were recorded with Don Dokken as vocalist; however none of those recordings are featured on the album. Rudolf Schenker could not choose between his guitar solos on "China White", so the US and European releases differed in this small detail.
A self-portrait of artist Gottfried Helnwein is featured on the cover of the album. Rudolf Schenker portrays this character in the "No One Like You" music video.
The RIAA certified Blackout Gold on June 24, 1982 and Platinum on March 8, 1984.
"Blackout" has arguably been called the Scorpions' best record ever, and that statement is not unjust - it has more energy than anything else they have ever released!
Mercury Records/PolyGram, 1982/1997 (314 534 786-2). Made in USA.


Tracklist:
1. Blackout 3:48
2. Can't Live Without You 3:47
3. No One Like You 3:57
4. You Give Me All I Need 3:38
5. Now! 2:35
6. Dynamite 4:12
7. Arizona 3:56
8. China White 6:58
9. When The Smoke Is Going Down 3:50
Total playing time: 36:41 min.

Remastered re-release of the eighth full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
"Blackout" was the Scorpions' first majorly successful album, due to its clever balance of Pop/Rock (the title track), power ballads ("When the Smoke Is Going Down"), and catchy Heavy Metal ("Dynamite", "No One Like You"). Vocalist Klaus Meine had a throat operation prior to the record's release, and surprisingly, his voice sounds more melodic and lively than ever. The rest of the band sounds great as well, and the album is highlighted by the fast-paced performances of guitarists Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs.
After losing his voice during the writing of the album, lead vocalist Klaus Meine had to undergo surgery on his vocal cords, and it was uncertain whether he would be able to record it. Demos of the material were recorded with Don Dokken as vocalist; however none of those recordings are featured on the album. Rudolf Schenker could not choose between his guitar solos on "China White", so the US and European releases differed in this small detail.
A self-portrait of artist Gottfried Helnwein is featured on the cover of the album. Rudolf Schenker portrays this character in the "No One Like You" music video.
The RIAA certified Blackout Gold on June 24, 1982 and Platinum on March 8, 1984.
"Blackout" has arguably been called the Scorpions' best record ever, and that statement is not unjust - it has more energy than anything else they have ever released!
Remaster 2015. One of the twelve albums of "Scorpions Colours Of Rock" Series, 180g heavy weight Crystal Clear Vinyl in Soft Touch cover sleeve.
BMG Rights Management GmbH, 1982/2015/2023 (538881321). Made in the EU.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. Blackout 3:49
2. Can't Live Without You 3:47
3. No One Like You 3:58
4. You Give Me All I Need 3:40
5. Now! 2:35

Side 2
1. Dynamite 4:13
2. Arizona 3:55
3. China White 6:58
4. When The Smoke Is Going Down 3:51

Total playing time: 36:41 min.

The second cover-album by legendary German Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band.
The album includes new, completely rerecorded versions of their greatest hits, as well as cover songs of other bands, that have hugely influenced Scorpions down the years. The half of the album features re-recorded versions of their own classic songs and the other half cover versions of 1960s and early 1970s popular Rock songs.
Twenty months after Scorpions released what was announced as their last album, “Sting In The Tail”, and promoted it with what was billed as their Farewell World Tour, they have a new package combining newly-recorded productions of some of their classic songs, including "Rock You Like A Hurricane", "Wind of Change" and "Still Loving You", with covers of songs previously recorded by Soft Cell, T. Rex, The Beatles, Small Faces, The Kinks, and Rolling Stones.
During its first week on sale in the US, "Comeblack" sold about 5000 copies, debuting at number 90 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Sony BMG Music Entertainment Germany GmbH, 2011 (88697 99067 1). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:

LP1 – Side A
1. Rhythm of Love (New Version) 3:40 
2. No One Like You (New Version) 4:06 
3. The Zoo (New Version) 5:37
LP1 – Side B
1. Rock You Like a Hurricane (New Version) 4:15
2. Blackout (New Version) 3:48
3. Wind of Change (New Version) 5:08
Running time: 26:34 min.

LP2 – Side A
1. Still Loving You (New Version) 6:43
2. Tainted Love (Gloria Jones cover) 3:21
3. Children of The Revolution (T. Rex cover) 3:32
LP2 – Side B
1. Across the Universe (The Beatles cover) 3:17 
2. Tin Soldier (Small Faces cover) 3:13 
3. All Day and All of The Night (The Kinks cover) 3:15 
4. Ruby Tuesday (Rolling Stones cover) 3:54
Running time: 27:15 min.

Total playing time: 53:49 min.

The second cover-album by legendary German Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band.
The album includes new, completely rerecorded versions of their greatest hits, as well as cover songs of other bands, that have hugely influenced Scorpions down the years. The half of the album features re-recorded versions of their own classic songs and the other half cover versions of 1960s and early 1970s popular Rock songs.
Twenty months after Scorpions released what was announced as their last album, “Sting In The Tail”, and promoted it with what was billed as their Farewell World Tour, they have a new package combining newly-recorded productions of some of their classic songs, including "Rock You Like A Hurricane", "Wind of Change" and "Still Loving You", with covers of songs previously recorded by Soft Cell, T. Rex, The Beatles, Small Faces, The Kinks, and Rolling Stones.
During its first week on sale in the US, "Comeblack" sold about 5000 copies, debuting at number 90 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Sony Music Entertainment Germany GmbhH, 2011 (88697 83074 2). Made in UK. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Rhythm of Love (New Version) 3:40 
2. No One Like You (New Version) 4:06 
3. The Zoo (New Version) 5:37
4. Rock You Like a Hurricane (New Version) 4:15
5. Blackout (New Version) 3:48
6. Wind of Change (New Version) 5:08
7. Still Loving You (New Version) 6:43
8. Tainted Love (Gloria Jones cover) 3:21
9. Children of The Revolution (T. Rex cover) 3:32
10. Across the Universe (The Beatles cover) 3:17 
11. Tin Soldier (Small Faces cover) 3:13 
12. All Day and All of The Night (The Kinks cover) 3:15 
13. Ruby Tuesday (Rolling Stones cover) 3:54
Total playing time: 53:49 min.

Re-release of the eleventh full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
The band's first album in a decade and a half to not be produced by Dieter Dierks and is widely considered to be the last "classic" Scorpions album. It was the last studio album to feature the "Lovedrive" - era lineup, with bassist Francis Buchholz leaving the band in January 1992.
After the release of "Savage Amusement" in 1988, the Scorpions expressed disdain toward the album, feeling that it was too polished when compared to their other work. Their longtime producer, Dieter Dierks, was replaced with well-known Rock producer Keith Olsen, who would produce "Crazy World" and assist in making it one of the Scorpions' greatest recordings. Their music had certainly changed since "Savage Amusement", sounding a little bit heavier and less glamorous. But even with the Metal sound, the songs remain melodic and catchy. The power ballads on the album, "Wind of Change" and "Send Me an Angel", are arguably two of the band's greatest slow numbers, boasting soothing harmony and lyrics. 
"Crazy World" peaked at number 21 on Billboard 200 Chart in 1991. The song "Wind of Change" reached number four on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1991, and "Send Me an Angel" reached number 44 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In the UK, it remains the only Scorpions album to attain Silver certification (60,000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in November 1991. In the United States, it is the band's second best-selling album to 1984's "Love At First Sting", and their last one to be certified at least Gold by the RIAA.
"Crazy World" remains the Scorpions' finest '90s album and is sure to please its listeners!
PolyGram Records Inc./Mercury, 1990 (846 908-2). Made in Germany. Re-press.


Tracklist:
1. Tease Me Please Me 04:46
2. Don't Believe Her 04:56
3. To Be With You In Heaven 04:51
4. Wind Of Change 05:13
5. Restless Nights 05:48
6. Lust Or Love 04:23
7. Kicks After Six 03:50
8. Hit Between 04:34
9. Money And Fame 05:08
10. Crazy World 05:09
11. Send Me An Angel 04:33
Total playing time: 53:13 min.

The eleventh full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
The band's first album in a decade and a half to not be produced by Dieter Dierks and is widely considered to be the last "classic" Scorpions album. It was the last studio album to feature the "Lovedrive" - era lineup, with bassist Francis Buchholz leaving the band in January 1992.
After the release of "Savage Amusement" in 1988, the Scorpions expressed disdain toward the album, feeling that it was too polished when compared to their other work. Their longtime producer, Dieter Dierks, was replaced with well-known Rock producer Keith Olsen, who would produce "Crazy World" and assist in making it one of the Scorpions' greatest recordings. Their music had certainly changed since "Savage Amusement", sounding a little bit heavier and less glamorous. But even with the Metal sound, the songs remain melodic and catchy. The power ballads on the album, "Wind of Change" and "Send Me an Angel", are arguably two of the band's greatest slow numbers, boasting soothing harmony and lyrics. 
"Crazy World" peaked at number 21 on Billboard 200 Chart in 1991. The song "Wind of Change" reached number four on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1991, and "Send Me an Angel" reached number 44 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In the UK, it remains the only Scorpions album to attain Silver certification (60,000 units sold) by the British Phonographic Industry, achieving this in November 1991. In the United States, it is the band's second best-selling album to 1984's "Love At First Sting", and their last one to be certified at least Gold by the RIAA.
"Crazy World" remains the Scorpions' finest '90s album and is sure to please its listeners!
PolyGram Records Inc./Mercury, 1990 (846 908-2). Made in Germany. First press. Used (cover/disc): EX+/EX+.


Tracklist:
1. Tease Me Please Me 04:46
2. Don't Believe Her 04:56
3. To Be With You In Heaven 04:51
4. Wind Of Change 05:13
5. Restless Nights 05:48
6. Lust Or Love 04:23
7. Kicks After Six 03:50
8. Hit Between 04:34
9. Money And Fame 05:08
10. Crazy World 05:09
11. Send Me An Angel 04:33
Total playing time: 53:13 min.

The twelfth full-length album by the legendary German Melodic Hard Rock band.
Scorpions' 12th studio album in 21 years, tried to pick up where "Crazy World" had left off, continuing to pursue a harder and more dynamic sound. Probably a bit influenced by Seattle's emerging Grunge scene, Scorpions turned to an even more Heavy guitar-based sound and even louder drumming in its mix, in an attempt to follow music trends of that time. Unfortunately, however, "Face The Heat" doesn't manage to be as consistent as its predecessor: after a very heavy and positive start, it starts to deteriorate and it doesn't seem able to pick itself up and match that initial promising start. It's an album that presents some very good tracks and a considerable amount of inspired moments, but its inconsistency often keeps it from achieving its full potential. Certainly, it's a decent album, but judging from its opening 5 or 6 tracks, it could've been a lot better.
This album marked band's status as a sort of political band with the song "Alien Nation", which was about the re-unification of Germany. Album had a contemporary touch to it, as the band were then going with the current trends, before later returning to their original style in "Unbreakable" in 2004.
This is also the last album to feature drummer Herman Rarebell, and the first with Ralph Rieckermann on bass guitar.
The song "Under the Same Sun" was played during the ending credits of the 1994 film "On Deadly Ground".
Still a nice addition to Scorpions' long discography!
PolyGram Records Inc./Mercury/Universal, 1993 (518 280-2). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:
1. Alien Nation 5:44
2. No Pain No Gain 3:55
3. Someone To Touch 4:28
4. Under The Same Sun 4:53
5. Unholy Alliance 5:17
6. Woman 5:56
7. Hate To Be Nice 3:33
8. Taxman Woman 4:30
9. Ship Of Fools 4:15
10. Nightmare Avenue 3:54
11. Lonely Nights 4:50
Bonus Tracks:
12. Destin 3:17
13. Daddy's Girl 4:17
Total playing time: 58:49

The second full-length studio album by legendary German Hard Rock band.
The band's first release with guitarist Uli Jon Roth and bassist Francis Buchholz, and the only one to include drummer Jürgen Rosenthal.
In support of the "Lonesome Crow" album, Scorpions toured as the opening act for the British Rock band UFO. At the end of the tour, Scorpions lead guitarist Michael Schenker was asked to fill an open position as UFO's guitarist and accepted the position. Schenker's departure temporarily resulted in the breakup of the band, but Rudolf Schenker and Klaus Meine ultimately merged with the band Dawn Road. The new band consisted of guitarist Uli Jon Roth, replacing Michael, as well as drummer Jürgen Rosenthal, keyboardist Achim Kirschnig and bass guitarist Francis Buchholz. The new line-up assumed the Scorpions name and recorded "Fly To The Rainbow". Three songs on the album were co-written with departing guitarist Michael Schenker, as part of his agreement on leaving the band.
This album is very diverse in its sound and song structures, probably due to the new members' influences from Uli's band Dawn Road, and the band looking for material to fill an album as much as musical direction. The album was created as two bands came together: two members from Scorpions, who had recorded "Lonesome Crow", and three members from Dawn Road. To make matters a bit more complicated, the keyboardist, who wasn't actually a full member, also came from Dawn Road, and some songs were co-written by a former Scorpions member, Rudolf's brother Michael. The result is somewhat eclectic, and it is feasible to discern which elements are from the Roth/Dawn Road camp and which ones are from the Scorpions camp (and with or without Michael).
There are elements on this album which Scorpions never tried before or after; such as the Spanish-like chord Progression on "They Need a Million" (Therion would rather copy that on "Melez"; it also became the staple of a song like Amorphis' "Nightfall"; though probably indirectly influenced by Kingston Wall's "Another Piece of Cake"). There are also some major Hippie moments, aside of the lyrics and album cover, such as the tripping section at the beginning of "Far Away", which can't really be found on any other Scorpions album. Overall, this is also the Scorpions' album, with the most acoustic guitars on it. There are no Jazz elements or Psychedelic influences, and the Black Sabbath like guitar tone is gone. Most of this record consists of more drawn out songs with a peaceful texture. One of the important aspects of Scorpions is revealed here too and that is conveying emotion.
The drum production is courtesy of engineer Mack, who is also responsible for the superb live drum sound on Black Sabbath's "Dehumanizer" recorded 18 years after and to the drum sound on Deep Purple's "Stormbringer", recorded just a few months later in the same studio. In retrospect, Jürgen Rosenthal, who plays on this album, was the most promising of all three drummers who played in Scorpions while Roth was there. His style is very energetic, and little things like the cowbell at the end of the "Speedy's Coming" chorus are nice touches. Too bad he was drafted in the army… but his stuff with Eloy is pretty good too. More line-up changes were in store for the band throughout the decade, but it must be noted this was their first collaboration with bassist Francis Bucholtz, one of the members of the band's most successful era.
"Fly To The Rainbow" is a strong sophomore effort from the German lads. The peaceful and tranquil tone of the album accompanied by Meine’s majestic vocals and Roth’s inspiring guitar playing is very satisfying. Even though this is not what about Scorpions are known, this is still an enjoyable record, and they would keep on getting better!
Remastered From The Original Tapes by Mischa Janisch At Sunshine Mastering, one of the twelve albums of "Scorpions Colours Of Rock" Series, 180g heavy weight Violet Transparent Vinyl in Soft Touch cover sleeve.
BMG Rights Management GmbH, 1974/2023 (538875761). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. Speedy's Coming 3:32
2. They Need A Million 4:47
3. Drifting Sun 7:39
4. Fly People Fly 4:59

Side 2
1. This Is My Song 4:06
2. Far Away 5:35
3. Fly To The Rainbow 9:51

Total playing time: 40:09 min.

The fourth re-release of the third full-length studio album by legendary German Hard Rock band.
The music on this album was a departure from the Progressive rock of the two previous albums, to Hard Rock sound of shorter and tighter arrangements, with which the band would achieve their global success and fame. This was the first of two studio albums to feature drummer Rudy Lenners, as well as their first collaboration with producer Dieter Dierks, who would go on to help the band release a long streak of internationally successful albums up until the 1980s.
After the recordings of "Lonesome Crow", the band went on tour, during which they served as the warm-up act for the British band "UFO". "UFO" vocalist Phil Mogg was very impressed by Michael Schenker's guitar playing and charismatic performance, so he offered him to join the band. Michael agreed and left "Scorpions" in 1973, even before the band started recording "Fly to the Rainbow". This departure proved to be decisive, not only because Michael Schenker developed his sound and guitar playing technic, eventually becoming famous as one of the greatest guitarists in his field, but also because of the addition of Uli Jon Roth into the band, a guitarist who helped shape the sound of "Scorpions" on the following four studio albums and the masterful live album "Tokyo Tapes".  Roth, whose style was greatly influenced by Jimi Hendrix, brought power and strength on the one hand and a mystical and classical aura on the other hand, which became the driving force behind the band, together with Rudolf Schenker and Klaus Meine. The first album of the new line-up, "Fly To The Rainbow", was released in 1974, when Uli Jon Roth was already part of the band. However, Roth's contribution was limited to writing two songs, only one of them on his own, compared to five songs written by Rudolf Schenker and Klaus Meine, three of them in collaboration with Michael Schenker, as part of his deal with Scorpions, before he left them in favour of UFO.
This was also the band's first album to feature the band's name written in the now-familiar font, used on nearly all subsequent album covers. The original version of the album cover was censored for clearly showing the cover model's exposed breast hanging down towards the guitar. Later releases blacked out the breast so that it is not visible. This is the first of many Scorpions album covers to have been censored. The White Stratocaster shown on the cover belonged to Roth, and he can be seen playing the same guitar on the cover of the Electric Sun album "Fire Wind". This is the guitar that Roth used on all subsequent Scorpions and Electric Sun albums on which he played.
Scorpions are known for their amazing ability to combine melancholic and sweet ballads with Heavy Metal crunch riffs, and all these started here, in this album. "In Trance" was the first album in which Scorpions designed their unique sound, and it only got better on the next albums. Excellent singing and powerful music make this the best Scorpions recording working with Uli Jon Roth.
Remastered From The Original Tapes By Mischa Janisch At Sunshine Mastering, one of the twelve albums of "Scorpions Colours Of Rock" Series, 180g heavy weight Clear Vinyl in Soft Touch cover sleeve.
BMG Rights Management GmbH, 1975/2023 (538875771). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:

Side 1
1. Dark Lady 3:25
2. In Trance 4:42
3. Life's Like A River 3:50
4. Top Of The Bill 3:22
5. Living And Dying 3:18

Side 2
1. Robot Man 2:42
2. Evening Wind 5:02
3. Sun In My Hand 4:20
4. Longing For Fire 2:42
5. Night Lights 3:14

Total playing time: 36:37 min.

The first re-release of a live DVD by legendary German Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band.
"Live At Wacken Open Air 2006 (A Night To Remember / A Journey Through Time) was supposed to be released on 18 December 2007, but was delayed till 12 February 2008 for reasons undisclosed to the public.
The set list was decided through a vote on the Scorpions official website, as explained by the band: "Wacken 2006 was a very special concert for us, exciting and challenging and, most important of all, a family reunion. We wanted our fans to participate, so in summer 2006 we put a set of 50 songs on our homepage for the community to vote. Many of the songs chosen we had on our set-list anyway, but there were also many surprises. Together with Michael Schenker, Uli Jon Roth and Herman Rarebell, this show at Wacken gave us a great platform to journey through time — 35 years of Scorpions history", - Scorpions.
Special Guests:
Uli Jon Roth on tracks 6, 7, 8, 22, 23, 24;
Michael Schenker on tracks 12, 13, 14, 15, 22, 23, 24;
Herman Rarebell on tracks 17, 18, 24;
Tyson Schenker on track 24.
DVD 9 | PAL | Dolby Digital Stereo | 5.1 Surround Sound | PCM Stereo | 16:9 | Reg. 0 | 139 min.
Sony BMG Music Entertainment (Germany) GmbH/Sony Music Entertainment Czech Republic s.r.o., 2007/2010 (8869745570296). Made in Czech.


Tracklist:
1. Coming Home 3:31
2. Bad Boys Running Wild 5:10
3. The Zoo 6:20
4. Loving You Sunday Morning 3:53
5. Make It Real 5:20
6. Pictured Life 3:27
7. Speedy's Coming 3:57
8. We'll Burn The Sky 8:43
9. Love 'em Or Leave 'em 4:37
10. Don't Believe Her 4:42
11. Tease Me Please Me 5:43
12. Coast To Coast 6:15
13. Holiday 6:41
14. Lovedrive 5:08
15. Another Piece Of Meat 3:54
16. Kottak Attack 7:52
17. Blackout 4:31
18. No One Like You 4:49
19. Six String Sting 3:48
20. Big City Nights 5:41
21. Can't Get Enough 5:08
22. Still Loving You 7:05
23. In Trance 5:04
24. Bolero (cover of Maurice Ravel’s Boléro) 6:12
25. Ready To Sting 2:01
26. Rock You Like A Hurricane 9:24
Running time: 138:56 min.

Released on Blu-Ray Disc only, this is the one of the first concert videos in 3D format.
It was recorded at Saarbrücken, Germany, April 15, 2011.
Now available on DVD-R!
Bootleg, 2011. Used (cover/disc): NM/NM.


Tracklist:
1. Intro 1:48
2. Sting In The Tail 3:27
3. Make It Real 3:37
4. Bad Boys Running Wild 3:51
5. The Zoo 5:50
6. Coast To Coast 5:12
7. Loving You Sunday Morning 4:03
8. The Best Is Yet To Come 5:48
9. Send Me An Angel 3:50
10. Holiday 6:22
11. Raised On Rock 4:03
12. Tease Me, Please Me 5:23
13. Dynamite 4:00
14. Kottak Attack 6:49
15. Blackout 3:52
16. Six String Sting 3:00
17. Big City Nights 7:04
18. Still Loving You 6:02
19. Wind Of Change 5:05
20. Rock You Like A Hurricane 6:47
21. When The Smoke Is Going Down 3:00
Total running time: 98:53 min.

The first remastered re-release of the ninth full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
Although the Scorpions had already achieved fame after 1982's "Blackout", "Love At First Sting" brought them their biggest Single of the decade, the slick anthem "Rock You Like A Hurricane," with some greatly underrated songs to back it up.
The album opens with the hair-raising "Bad Boys Running Wild" and continues with songs such as the memorable "Big City Nights" and the half-ballad, half-powerhouse rocker "Coming Home". The record also contains what just may be the band's best ballad ever, the tear-jerking "Still Loving You".
“Love At First Sting” became the most successful album of the band in the USA, where it peaked at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart in 1984 and went triple Platinum. The song "Rock You Like a Hurricane" reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the same year; "Still Loving You" reached number 64 on the same chart, number 14 in Germany, number 2 in the French and Swiss Top 50.
Considering the fact that the album has some of their best-ever Singles, "Love At First Sting" is definitely a must for all fans of the Scorpions. This album is notable in that it was one of the first digitally recorded Heavy Metal albums ever released.
Mercury Records/PolyGram, 1984/1997 (314 534 787-2). Made in USA.


Tracklist:
1. Bad Boys Running Wild 3:53
2. Rock You Like A Hurricane 4:10
3. I'm Leaving You 4:13
4. Coming Home 4:58
5. The Same Thrill 3:30
6. Big City Nights 4:02
7. As Soon As The Good Times Roll 5:02
8. Crossfire 4:33
9. Still Loving You 6:27
Total playing time: 40:48 min.

The ninth full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
Although the Scorpions had already achieved fame after 1982's "Blackout", "Love At First Sting" brought them their biggest Single of the decade, the slick anthem "Rock You Like A Hurricane," with some greatly underrated songs to back it up.
The album opens with the hair-raising "Bad Boys Running Wild" and continues with songs such as the memorable "Big City Nights" and the half-ballad, half-powerhouse rocker "Coming Home". The record also contains what just may be the band's best ballad ever, the tear-jerking "Still Loving You".
“Love At First Sting” became the most successful album of the band in the USA, where it peaked at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart in 1984 and went triple Platinum. The song "Rock You Like a Hurricane" reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the same year; "Still Loving You" reached number 64 on the same chart, number 14 in Germany, number 2 in the French and Swiss Top 50.
Considering the fact that the album has some of their best-ever Singles, "Love At First Sting" is definitely a must for all fans of the Scorpions. This album is notable in that it was one of the first digitally recorded Heavy Metal albums ever released.
Harvest/EMI Services Benelux B.V., 1984 (064 2400071). Made in Holland. First press. OIS. Used (cover/disc): EX+/VG+.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Bad Boys Running Wild 3:56
2. Rock You Like A Hurricane 4:12
3. I'm Leaving You 4:17
4. Coming Home 4:59
5. The Same Thrill 3:31

Side B
1. Big City Nights 4:09
2. As Soon As The Good Times Roll 5:03
3. Crossfire 4:36
4. Still Loving You 6:27

Total playing time: 41:10 min.

Remastered re-release of the ninth full-length studio album by legendary German Hard’n’Heavy band.
Although the Scorpions had already achieved fame after 1982's "Blackout", "Love At First Sting" brought them their biggest Single of the decade, the slick anthem "Rock You Like A Hurricane," with some greatly underrated songs to back it up.
The album opens with the hair-raising "Bad Boys Running Wild" and continues with songs such as the memorable "Big City Nights" and the half-ballad, half-powerhouse rocker "Coming Home". The record also contains what just may be the band's best ballad ever, the tear-jerking "Still Loving You".
“Love At First Sting” became the most successful album of the band in the USA, where it peaked at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart in 1984 and went triple Platinum. The song "Rock You Like a Hurricane" reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the same year; "Still Loving You" reached number 64 on the same chart, number 14 in Germany, number 2 in the French and Swiss Top 50.
Considering the fact that the album has some of their best-ever Singles, "Love At First Sting" is definitely a must for all fans of the Scorpions. This album is notable in that it was one of the first digitally recorded Heavy Metal albums ever released.
Remaster 2015. One of the twelve albums of "Scorpions Colours Of Rock" Series, 180g heavy weight Silver Vinyl in Soft Touch cover sleeve.
BMG Rights Management GmbH, 1984/2015/2023 (538881311). Made in the EU.


Tracklist: 


Side A 
1. Bad Boys Running Wild 3:56
2. Rock You Like A Hurricane 4:13
3. I'm Leaving You 4:16
4. Coming Home 4:59
5. The Same Thrill 3:33

Side B
6. Big City Nights 4:08
7. As Soon As The Good Times Roll 5:03
8. Crossfire 4:32
9. Still Loving You 6:28

Total playing time: 41:10 min.