Michael Schenker Tour Information and News
Information updated July-December of 2002


[12/23/02 update]
Thank you all: To All Visitors.

[12/17/02 update]
Michael Schenker Tribute Project: "YAW Project", a new Michael Schenker tribute project unit will play live on January 13, 2003 in Tokyo for the event titled "shira-yoru volume 3" organized by a Japanese rock band called "shira-yuri". For more information, contact R.B. Araki at ritchie@music.email.ne.jp.

[12/15/02 update]
R.B.A. Music Clips: Sample music clips from the recent two CDs (which have just been released) have been added to "Music Clips" page. For ordering and more information about the CDs, send an e-mail to me (ritchie@music.email.ne.jp).

[12/13/02 update]
Story Live DVD: According to Shinjuku Records, DVD of Michael Schenker Story Live will be released soon from a new label of Michael's own. Shinjuku Records will take orders soon and those imported as the first shipment will have Michael's autograph.

[11/20/02 update]
$ign Of 4 Gig Photo: Dave has uploaded photos from the 11/17 Dudley JB's gig of $ign Of 4 on his page. Hopefully he will soon set up a special page for their tour.

[11/14/02 update]
Phil Mogg Interview: In the recent interview Jason Ritchie conducted for the Classic Rock Newswire/Get Reay to Rock! website, Phil mentioned:

[11/04/02 update No.2]
Uli Interview: The latest issue of the Burrn magazine has an interview to Uli Jon Roth. This interview was conducted before Michael's withdrawal from the Legends of Rock tour became official. So, Uli talks about the songs Michael was supposed to play and the proposed joint set by Uli, Michael and Jack Bruce. He also referred to the possible Japanese tour of Legends Of Rock.

[11/04/02 update]
Pete's Live Recording: Joe Kleon has kindly given me a following message:

"The live recording is completely mixed. I am hoping Pete will be able to release it sometime soon. I recorded and mastered the show, and it was mixed at 609 Recording, in Bedford, Ohio, a few weeks ago. The live CD was mixed and produced by Pete Way, Don Depew (609), and myself. I think it absolutely sounds great and captures the energy and excitement of the show and the material."

You can hear a few MP3 samples of the recording here (see also 09/23/02 entry):
http://www.joekleon.com/g4orcemp3.html

See concert photos from two of Pete's recent live shows here (See also 09/30/02 entry):
http://pete.www.joekleon.com/petephotos.html

Hear excerpts of a radio interview I did with Pete here (see also 10/09/02 entry): This includes an acoustic version of "Hole1" that he did during the interview!
http://www.joekleon.com/peteway.html

[11/03/02 update]
Links Updated: Some Michael-related links have been added to my link page.

[10/30/02 update]
Reactivate-Live: Here's the press release from Zoom Crub Records.

Zoom Club Records presents

THE MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP
MSG - REACTIVATE - LIVE - 4 x CD Digibox
CAT. NO: ZCRCD87BOX

Officially licensed live recordings of the original classic line-ups featuring:-

Disk 1/2/3
Michael Schenker on guitar
Gary Barden on vocals
Paul Raymond on keyboards and guitar
Chris Glen on bass
Cozy Powell on drums

Disk 4
Michael Schenker on guitar
Gary Barden on vocals
Andy Nye on keyboards
Chris Glen on bass
Ted McKenna on drums

Collectors Special Edition 4 x CD Digibox with full colour booklet and sleeve notes from Paul Raymond.

Available from: www.zoomclub.com or all good distributors.

Disc One

1. Armed & Ready
2. Cry For The Nations
3. Victim Of Illusion
4. Into The Arena
5. Lost Horizons
6. Doctor Doctor
7. Lights Out

Recorded in Eerie, Pennsylvania, November 20th, 1980.

Disc Two

1. Armed & Ready
2. Cry For The Nations
3. Victim Of Illusion
4. Natural Thing
5. Feels Like A Good Thing
6. Into The Arena
7. Rock Bottom
8. Looking Out From Nowhere

Recorded at the Country Club, Los Angeles, December 22nd, 1980.

Disc Three

1. Armed & Ready
2. Cry For The Nations
3. Victim Of Illusion
4. Feels Like A Good Thing
5. Into The Arena
6. Rock Bottom
7. Lost Horizons
8. Doctor, Doctor
9. Lights Out

Recorded in rehearsal in Sidcup, Kent UK, Autumn 1980 prior to the band's first headlining tour.

Disc Four

1. Captain Nemo
2. Rock My Nights Away
3. Are You Ready To Rock
4. Cry For The Nations
5. On And On
6. Attack Of The Mad Axeman
7. Into The Arena
8. Courvoisier Concerto
9. Lost Horizons
10. Rock Will Never Die
11. I'm Gonna Make You Mine
12. Systems Failing
13. Still Love That Little Devil
14. Armed & Ready

Recorded at Castle Hall, Osaka, Japan, January 20th, 1984.

[10/29/02 update]
Reactivate-Live: The Reactivate-Live 4CD box is now available at Shinjuku Records in Tokyo.

[10/28/02 update No.2]
Michael's Withdrawal from the Tour: According to the official press release of the Legends of Rock, it has been official that Michael will not join the tour. The release is as follows:

Due to recurring problems from a dislocated shoulder, it is with regret that we have to announce that Michael Schenker will not be able to take part in the Legends Of Rock tour. We wish Michael all the best for a speedy recovery, and hope he is soon back to full strength for the future.

[10/28/02 update]
Reactivate-Live: According to the Brave Radio, MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP's Reactivate - Live album, a limited edition 4CD digibox featurs live performances from the 80's. The discs were recorded: CD1 - Eerie, Pennsylvania - 1980, CD2 - Country Club, Los Angeles - 1980, CD3 - Sidcup, UK - 1980 and CD4 - Castle Hill, Osaka, Japan - 1984 (see also 10/24/02 entry).

[10/27/02 update]
Pix of Michael's Equipment: Rare photos of Michael Schenker's equipment and other belongings have been added to this page. Thank you, Smitty.

[10/25/02 update]
Gary Barden Interview: The latest interview to Gary Barden can be found at Metallian.com. Gary reviewed his history as well as commented that he would work on the new albums of Statetrooper and Silver next year.

[10/24/02 update]
Reactivate Live: In UK a Zoom Club records will release Live issue of MSG on october the 28.

The title is : Reactivate Live (including 4 CDs)

The CD can be ordered at this links : In France and In U.K.

Thank you, Christophe.

[10/20/02 update]
Pete Way speaks about UFO tour: In the interview by Shelly Harris, Pete Way speaks about the possible UFO tour. Check out this good interview. (About Shelly, see 07/27/02 update No.2.)

[10/18/02 update No.2]
Legends of Rock update: According to Legends of Rock, apparently Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush will join the project.

[10/16/02 update No.2]
Black Symphony update: According to Rev Jones, Black Symphony's debut and second CDs are now available on MP3.com. For more news, check out their websites at http://www.geocities.com/blacksymph/news.html or http://www.blacksymphony.com/.

$ign of 4 Live - News (update) : Track Records website has new dates of "$ign of 4" UK Tour (see also 10/12/02 entry). Possibly one or two dates are to be added.

[10/16/02 update]
"Legends Of Rock Live at Castle Donington 2001" DVD : Press Release.

The Legends Of Rock Live at Castle Donington 2001 DVD can now be pre-ordered at http://www.skyartsinternational.com/.

Due out 11th November in PAL format Region Code 0

Tracklisting:

Trail In The Wind
Sky Overture
Concerto d'Aranjuez
The King Returns
Let It Roll
Rock Bottom
Sunshine Of Your Love
White Room
All Along The Watchtower
Little Wing
Doctor Doctor
Fireworks Jam

Bonus Tracks on the NTSC Version, due out soon after the PAL release, are
Midnight Train
Spoonful
and a Special Feature with Live Photo material

[10/12/02 update]
$ign of 4 Live - News : Press Release from Track Records is as follows. Thanks, Batty.

$ign of 4 (feat: Phil Mogg of UFO) - First live dates ever.

Sun 17 November
JB's Dudley - Admisson GBP10
http://www.jbsdudley.co.uk

Tue 19 November
LONDON, THE MARQUEE - Admission GBP12.50
http://themarquee.com

Full band line up -:
Phil Mogg - Jeff Kollman - Shane Gaalaas - Chris Maloney

[10/11/02 update]
PRESS RELEASE from SKY CONCERTS:

As part of the Legends Of Rock UK tour in November (see http://www.legends-of-rock.com) Wolverhampton's Wulfrun Hall will host the performance on 14th November. Uli Jon Roth is taking part in a radio interview talking about the creation of the 'Legends Of Rock' concept and its development into a full-scale tour featuring Jack Bruce, Michael Schenker and Glenn Hughes, performing classics from Cream, Deep Purple, UFO, MSG and the Scorpions.

The interview will be broadcast tonight (11th October) at around 11.20pm UK time on 107FM in the Wolverhampton area, or it can be heard online at http://www.virginradio107.co.uk

[10/09/02 update]
Pete Interview: As reported here on 09/23/02, you can hear some parts of the interview at the website of Joe Kleon who is the host of the radio program titled "Metalmorphosis".

[10/08/02 update]
Pete's Drummer: Scott Phillips, a drummer of the Pete Way Band has set up a website. Thanks, Batty and congratulations! The SITN site has been promoted to the official UFO site.

[10/02/02 update]
Phil at Marquee: According to totalrock.com, UFO frontman Phil Mogg is to play a solo show in London on November 19. This is to happen at The Marquee Club in Islington. (Michael is to play in Portsmouth on that day! Which gig would you choose?).

[09/30/02 update]
Nice T-Shirt: Concert photos of Pete Way can be found at joe kleon online.

[09/25/02 update]
Thank You 3 in France: The French label "Xiii Bis Records" will release Thanks you 3 on October the 15. It can be ordered here. Thanks, Christophe.

Chris Logan Update: Chris Logan's website has been updated after a long interval. Thanks, Peter.

[09/24/02 update]
V #4 on Sale: The following is a message from Bella.

DEAR LOYAL MICHAEL SCHENKER FANS ,

WE HAVE DECIDED TO AUCTION OFF MICHEAL,S BLACK GIBSON FLYIN VEE # 4 .
THIS IS NOT LEON LAWSON,S WHITE # 4 MICHAEL USED IN 95' .
THIS ONE MICHAEL TRAVELS WITH AND IS THE VEE USED TO WRITE AND RECORD THE NEW UfO SHARKS ALBUM .

WE WILL NOT POST THIS ON E BAY .

WE ARE SELLING THIS AS WE ARE STRANDED IN BORA BORA ( LIMBO LAND ) DUE TO LATE PAYMENTS FROM SEVERAL UN NAMED RECORD COMPANIES .

SO THIS WILL BE A FAST SELL !! SEND YOUR BIDS ASAP AS THE HIGH BIDDER WILL BE SELECTED ON SEPTEMBER 27TH, 2002 AT 5 PM PACIFIC STANDARD TIME .

LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL ON THE COMING TOUR.

BLESSINGS
BELLA PIPER SCHENKER

WATCH FOR THE COMING SCHENKER FAMILY ON LINE WEB MALL IN 2003.

Bella's e-mail address is bellapiper@earthlink.net.

[09/23/02 update]
Pete Interview/Radio Program: According to the website (Sep.6 news) of Joe Kleon who is a host of the radio program titled "Metalmorphosis" on WRUM-FM91.1, an Ohio FM station, Pete Way visited his studio "G4orce Studios" on September 4, and it will air on WRUW 09:00-11:00 Friday, October 4, the same day Pete comes to Parma for a show at the Revolution. Also, G4orce will be recording the Revolution show for a possible live release. The promotion for the program is here (RealAudio). The program will be streamed at WRUW.org (WinAmp, etc. needed). Thanks, Batty.

[09/22/02 update]
Sharks Japan Edition: The Japanese edition of Sharks has been released since September 21. As reported here, it includes three live bonus tracks. Also, it has lyric booklet as well as liner notes by Takehiko MAEDA (Burrn) and Japanese translation of lyrics. For unknown reason, the first part of Rock Bottom was cut off and it fades in.

Tracklist:

  1. Outlaw Man
  2. Quicksilver Rider
  3. Serenity
  4. Dead Man Walking
  5. Shadow Dancer
  6. Someone's Gonna Have To Pay
  7. Sea Of Faith
  8. Fighting Man
  9. Perfect View
  10. Crossing Over
  11. Hawaii (instrumental)
  12. Only You Can Rock Me (Live - Bonus) (4:05)
  13. Too Hot To Handle (Live - Bonus) (3:59)
  14. Rock Bottom (Live - Bonus) (9:37).
[09/13/02 update]
MSG Lights Out with Cozy: Zoom Club Records has notified:

MSG - 'Lights Out' limited edition one track CD single (ZCRCD92)

From the forthcoming 'Reactivate - Live' 4 CD set comes this unique version of the UFO classic. Recorded totally live from the mixing desk during rehearsals in the UK in the late summer of 1980 - just prior to the band's first live dates - the line-up featured is Gary Barden on vocals, Paul Raymond on keyboards and guitar, Chris Glen on bass, Cozy Powell on drums and, of course, the man himself on guitar. This one track CD single is housed in DVD style packaging and limited to 1000 only!! Be warned, the limited edition Grand Slam single 'A Whiter Shade Of Pale' sold out completely in just four days, so if you want this guaranteed collectors item - be fast!! You can order at www.zoomclub.com.

[09/08/02 update]
Sharks on Sale (cont'd) and Japanese Bonus: Sharks (Shrapnel) has been officially on sale in the U.S. since Septembr 3 and in other countries (imported) since then.

Tracklist:

  1. Outlaw Man
  2. Quicksilver Rider
  3. Serenity
  4. Dead Man Walking
  5. Shadow Dancer
  6. Someone's Gonna Have To Pay
  7. Sea Of Faith
  8. Fighting Man
  9. Perfect View
  10. Crossing Over
  11. Hawaii (instrumental).
Interestingly, Mike Varny, a producer plays guitar fills and outro guitar solo on Fighting Man.

The Japanese edition of Sharks which will be released on September 21 will include three bonus tracks: Only You Can Rock Me, Too Hot To Handle, and Rock Bottom from the the Buffalo gig in 1995 of the Walk On Water tour.

[08/31/02 update]
Sharks on Sale: Sharks (Shrapnel) is already on sale at the Tower Record in Shibuya, Tokyo at the price of Yen 2,390.

[08/27/02 update]
Another Phil Mogg Interview: You can find another telephone interview to Phil Mogg at RevelationZ Magazine.

Plot Boot: One CD shop in Tokyo imported only 100 copies of the boot Plot. But they are already sold out and apparently no plan to reimport.

[08/27/02 update]
Plot Boot?: According to a post to SITN, a Japanese bootleg trade webpage titled "Micky's Bootleg Trade" has the Plot related information. Looks like the webmaster has got this CD as a bootleg. For those who cannot understand Japanese, this person said as follows:

"The Plot" is a project by Michael Schenker and Pete Way. This should have been released as an official album, but for some reason it has been put aside indefinitely. Other recording members include Jeff Martin (ex-Racer-X) on drums. Pete sings on this album, punk kind of saporous vocal. This sound is not like MSG or UFO and a little different from MOGG/WAY. At a first listening, it reminded me of Pete's past project "Waysted". You cannot expect Schenker's wunderkind playing of his earlier fame, but you can hear some Schenkerish phrases. I myself give this CD a passing grade.

According to this info, the Plot's tracks are:

1. Think About You
2. Someone Put Out The Fire
3. Like An Animal
4. Wish You Were With Me Tonight
5. Living With A Loaded Gun
6. Take Another Shot
7. Shake Down
8. Pain
9. It's Just My Rock
10. Need To Make Me Feel Alright
11. Ain't Got You
12. Drink It Tonight

[08/23/02 update]
Trial Before Going On A Tour: In the latest interview, Phil Mogg said as follows:

We did a tour which finished rather badly in Manchester. Problems seemed to occur and things happened, and tour didn't get finished. I haven't seen Michael finish a tour for the last three or four tours, and that includes MSG. So I think the best thing would be if we did some festivals next year and see how it goes. We'll probably do some live recordings of the "Sharks", "Covenant" and "Walk On Water" material.
The whole interview is a very interesting reading, anyway.

[08/21/02 update]
O.K. Now It's Official and Congratulations: This is the official press release from Sky Concerts, a promotor of the tour. Thanks Batty. Also, see official Uli's site.

'LEGENDS OF ROCK'
featuring
JACK BRUCE
and
ULI JON ROTH
in
'SPIRIT OF CREAM'
a unique performance of classic Cream
MICHAEL SCHENKER
GLENN HUGHES
and very special guests to be announced

'LEGENDS OF ROCK' is the name of a unique three-hour classic rock extravaganza, hosted by ex-Scorpions guitar legend Uli Jon Roth. Due to the phenomenal success of his 'Legends of Rock' headlining appearance at the Castle Donington festival in 2001, the decision was made to take the 'Legends' format out on the road.

With an All-Star line-up of incredible musicians from rock history, 'Legends of Rock' promises to be one of the most exciting live events performing today.

As well as performing music from his highly acclaimed 'TRANSCENDENTAL SKY GUITAR' album, Uli will be playing guitar in 'SPIRIT OF CREAM' - a celebration of the music from the original '60's supergroup - alongside legendary CREAM bass/vocalist and founder member JACK BRUCE and renowned ex-JETHRO TULL drummer CLIVE BUNKER.

'SPIRIT OF CREAM' features astonishing renditions of classic Cream songs and will be the closest, most authentic representation of the true Cream spirit since 1969. An unmissable event for all fans of the golden age of classic rock.

MICHAEL SCHENKER will be displaying the impeccable technique and characteristic tone that made him a true guitar legend with SCORPIONS, UFO and MSG. Hugely influential and highly respected, Michael will also be joined by Uli Jon Roth for some stunning twin-lead guitar renditions of classic Schenker/ UFO/ Scorpions material.

GLENN HUGHES, the former DEEP PURPLE legend, is known simply as ''THE VOICE OF ROCK". A huge talent - and the possessor of one of the most incredible voices in rock history - Glenn will be joined by Uli for some amazing versions of Deep Purple material.

LEGENDS OF ROCK tour November 2002

13.11.2002 ABERYSTWYTH ARTS CENTRE 01970 - 62 32 32
14.11.2002 WOLVERHAMPTON WULFRUN HALL 01902 - 55 21 21
15.11.2002 BRADFORD ST GEORGES HALL 01274 - 75 2000
17.11.2002 LONDON BRIXTON ACADEMY 0870 - 77 12000
18.11.2002 MANCHESTER APOLLO 0161 - 242 25 60
19.11.2002 PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL 0239 - 282 43 55
20.11.2002 SOUTHEND CLIFFS PAVILLION 01702 - 35 11 35
21 11.2002 STOKE-ON-TRENT VICTORIA HALLS 01782 - 213800
22.11.2002 NEWCASTLE CITY HALL 0191 - 261 26 06
23.11.2002 EDINBURGH USHER HALL 0131 - 228 11 55
24.11.2002 NOTTINGHAM ROYAL CONCERT HALL 0115 - 989 55 55
25.11.2002 CAMBRIDGE CORN EXCHANGE 01223 - 35 78 51
26.11.2002 CARDIFF ST. DAVIDS HALL 02920 - 87 84 44

[08/16/02 update]
Sharks U.S. Release Date: A Shrapnel staff has confirmed that the release date for Sharks is September 3rd and they won't ship until then. Thanks for the info, Tom.

Sharks Japan Bonus: Victor Entertainment has kindly informed me that they are still planning to include 3 bonus tracks in the Japanese edition of Sharks but the titles have yet to be finalized. On the other hand, I have heard that the bonus tracks are Too Hot To Handle, Lights Out and Rock Bottom from the Buffalo gig during the Walk On Water tour. The list of these bonus tracks came from Pete Way, so not yet to take it as set in stone! These tracks were already released in U.K. as part of the live CD coupled with Covenant.

Sharks Review: A review by John Smith has been added to the SITN site.

[08/14/02 update]
Sharks Japan Release: Victor Entertainment has officialy confirmed that it will release Japanese edition of Sharks on September 21. But, no information about the three bonus tracks yet (see 08/01 entry).

[08/13/02 update]
Keith Slack Interview: Batty suddenly woke me up in the middle of my summer vacation napping? So I have paid extra to internet cafe guys and hereby introduce a great interview by herself to ex-MSG singer Keith Slack. Check the SITN site. Just kidding, Batty. I read that interview about 5 days ago and thought you did a really good job.

[08/05/02 update]
Sharks Sound Bites: SPV website has sample MP3 files of each track of Sharks. Also sound files have been added to Dave's Sharks page.

[08/03/02 update]
Kelly Keeling website: According to Kelly, his official website relocated a while ago (sorry Kelly, I haven't checked it for some time). New URL is kellykeeling.com. His solo album almost done will feature very special guest kerry livgren from kansas and AD, very musical offering...

New V #1 Owner: Supreme Power & Ruler Batty has set up a page for the guy who won the bid for Michael's Flying V No.1. His name is Martin and he sounds like a nice person.

[08/02/02 update]
Gary singing MSG: According to John, at the 12-Bar club in London on July 30 (see 07/24/02 entry), Gary Barden sang some old MSG stuff including 'Victim of Illusion', 'On And On', 'Walk The Stage' and 'Tales of Mystery' as well as some Silver tunes.

OSIRIS: Also according to John, Tyson Schenker's band called OSIRIS has set up their website at http://www.geocities.com/osirisrocks02/.

[08/01/02 update]
Sharks Japanese Bonus: Victor Entertainment will release Japanese issue of Sharks (CD#: VICP-62034) on September 21. Only Japanese release is supposed to include 3 bonus tracks.

[07/27/02 update No.2]
Vintage Michael Schenker interview: An old interview to Michael Schenker in 1984 has been added to Misc page. This interview was conducted in February 1984 by Shelly V. Harris who is a music writer and a music law attorney from the US. It was old but was an in-depth in-person interview. Really a good reading. Shelly very recently interviewed Rudolph Schenker again after a span of 18 years since her last in depth interview also done in 1984, which will soon be appearing at a website called www.classicrockrevisited.com.

[07/27/02 update]
No Michael in PA: According to Bella, the local road house known as M.S.G. will send an apology to Michael and his loyal fans ASAP. So Michael is not playing in PA, U.S.A. She also said, "please stand by for the new Michael direct website".

[07/26/02 update]
MSG on tour!?: According to Dave, Pollstar's website has three tour dates of M.S.G. (Michael Schenker Group)!? All dates (August 1, September 5, and October 3) are for Tritone, Philadelphia, PA.

[07/24/02 update]
Gary's acoustic gig: Gary Barden & Michael Voss will be playing a acoustic set on Tuesday 30 July at:

The 12 Bar Club
22-23 Denmark Street
London
WC2H 8NL
Tel: (+44) (0) 20 7916 6989

The club is 2 mins walk from Tottenham Court Road Tube Station on the Central Line (Red). Denmark Street is off Charing Cross Road (opposite, and a short walk from the Astoria). Here are the details:

Tuesday 30th July JEAN BEAUVOIR (CROWN OF THORNS) + GARY BARDEN & MICHAEL VOSS (SILVER) GBP10
Crown Of Thorns mainman Jean Beauvoir will be appearing at the 12 Bar Club for a special one off acoustic show to launch the new Crown Of Thorns album "Karma", released on August 5th
Silver members Gary Barden (MSG) and Michael Voss (Casanova) will also play an acoustic set at the 12 Bar Club on 30th July 2002. They will be promoting the new Silver release "Dream Machines".

Sharks on eBay: A limited edition pre-release promo CD of Sharks which is housed in a frame is now auctioned on eBay.

[07/22/02 update]
Sharks Review: Reviews of Sharks can be found at Dave's site and STIN site.

Sharks Release Date: Amazon.com and www.bestbuy.com also have the release date of August 20th. Thanks, Tom.

[07/18/02 update]
Sharks New Release Date?: Tim's news page has the new release date of the new UFO CD "Sharks" which is August 20, and the information about how to preorder it.

[07/17/02 update]
Michael's V #3 on eBay: According to Andy Brauer, Michael Schenker's Flying V No.1 was sold at the price of $18,000. And, his V No.3 is now on eBay.

[07/16/02 update]
Gary's Tribute to MSG: The release of Silver's new album titled Dreammachines has been already reported here (see 05/29/02 entry). According to MelodicRock.com (July 14 news), Gary Barden will appear on stage at the live event in Bangkok, Thailand on August 31. As a Tribute to MSG & UFO, Gary and Michael Voss, along with national artists, will celebrate the songs of Gary's Michael Schenker history in a one off event. Tune in for more at: www.barflymusic.de.

[07/10/02 update]
Donnington CD to be Released: Live CD (double CD) of the Rock & Blues Festival at Donnington held on June 23, 2001 will be released in Japan on October 9 from Nippon Crown. It's title will be "LIVE AT THE CASTLE DONNINGTON". As you remember, Uli Jon Roth acted as a headliner with special guests including Michael Schenker, Pete Way, Phil Mogg, Barry Sparks, Don Airey, Jack Bruce, Clive Bunker. Uli's performance was brilliant, but no further comment...

[07/08/02 update]
Michael's guitars on sale (Cont'd): According to Andy Brauer, Michael Schenker's authorized sales agent for guitar equipment and merchandise, Michael's 5 (five) instruments including Flying V No.1 and No.3 plus a couple of bass guitars are now available exclusively from Andy. See the eBay auction for the V No.1 (with special memorabilia). The bid price as of 11:30am (GMT) 07/08/02 is $2,375. All of the other items will be rolled out tomorrow or so with the minimum offer price.

Andy told me that calling by phone is a good method to reach him to make a purchase offer on any of the 5 instruments in this sale. This calling method includes V no.1 which is now on eBay. He also noted that a significant offer for the V No.1 would prompt him to end the auction early and mark the item SOLD. Offers and inquiries may also be placed by email to: andy@andybrauer.com.

[07/07/02 update]
Michael's guitars on sale: According to Bella Piper, Michael Schenker's famous Gibson Flying V guitars are now available exclusively from Andy Brauer. Call to inquire (818) 631-3777 9am - 9pm PDT.

[07/02/02 update]
The Plot: Pete Way replied by e-mail to questions from the mailing list members as follows: "THE PLOT ALBUM WILL COME OUT AFTER THE UFO WHICH MY MANAGER AND I ARE DISCUSSING AT THE MOMENT. I AM GLAD YOU LIKE IT. MICHAEL AND I ARE VERY PROUD OF IT AND CAN'T WAIT TO GET IT OUT."

[07/01/02 update]
Side Cut?: According to a French music website Rock Time, UFO named their new album "Sharks", which is a side cut against the music business - the more ironical way. Thanks, Peter for this info.



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