Michael Schenker Tour Information and News
Information updated in 2019


[12/23/2019 update]
More Michael Schenker Fest European Tour Dates: New European tour dates of Michael Schenker Fest have been announced on Michael Schenker's facebook.
Michael Schenker Fest: New European Dates + Special Guest Vocalist Ronnie Romero!

Following the announcement of the UK dates, Michael Schenker Fest is pleased to announce mainland Europe tour dates. The band will be stopping off in Holland, Switzerland and Spain.

We can also now announce a very special guest for the European shows! Ronnie Romero, who featured on the bands last studio release with his song 'We are the voice', will be with Michael Schenker Fest for all European gigs on this tour.

50 YEARS OF CLASS! This tour will be celebrating Michael's Golden Anniversary in music, commencing with the exciting news that Michael Schenker Fest will be playing eight shows across UK / Europe in April 2020. The tour is dubbed the ‘Revelation Tour’, so named after Michael’s killer new record released by Nuclear Blast.

Michael commented: "Michael Schenker Fest will be touring the UK / Europe to promote the brand new studio album 'Revelation' in April 2020, as well as celebrating 50 years of Michael Schenker. We will have a fresh set list and there could even be some extra special guests!"

To make things even more special Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons were confirmed as special guests on the UK tour. It's perfect opportunity for Phil and his Bastard Sons to showcase tracks from his recently released solo album 'Old Lions Still Roar'

16.04.2020 UK - Wolverhampton, KK'S Steel Mill - Live Music
17.04.2020 UK - Newcastle, O2 City Hall
18.04.2020 UK - Leeds, O2 Academy
19.04.2020 UK - London, O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire
21.04.2020 NL - Zoetermeer - Boerderij Cultuurpodium
23.04.2020 CH - Pratteln - Konzertfabrik Z7 -
25.04.2020 ES - Barcelona - RazzMatazz 1
26.04.2020 ES - Madrid - La Riviera

Get your tickets here:
UK: https://bit.ly/35Qio55
NL: https://bit.ly/2tFCelj
CH: https://bit.ly/373ytol
ES: https://bit.ly/3983usS & https://bit.ly/2Sm7r7l

MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST featuring:
Michael Schenker, Gary Barden, Robin Mc Auley, Doogie White, Ronnie Romero, Chris Glen (Bass), Steve Mann (Guitar/Keys), Bodo Schopf (Drums).
More info:
http://michaelschenkerhimself.com/
facebook.com/michaelschenkerrocks
twitter.com/MW_Schenker
Booking: http://www.dragon-productions.com/

Meet & Greets available at
www.michaelschenkerfest.com
[11/27/2019 update No.4]
Michael Schenker Fest to Play at Hellfest 2020: Michael Schenker is playing at HellFest 2020! which will take place on Sunday the 21st of June 2020 at Clisson, France.

Band Line-up
Michael Schenker - Lead / Rhythm Guitars
Doogie White - Vocals
Steve Mann - Guitar / Keyboards
Chris Glen - Bass
Bodo Schopf - Drums

[11/27/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Likes Jeff Beck: In an interview with Raised on the Radio and the Rock Show with Johnnie Walker, Michael Schenker cited Jeff Beck as his favorite guitarist.



[11/27/2019 update No.2]
Revelation On Burrn Album Chart: Michael Schenker Fest's latest album "Revelation" is ranked No.1 on the Japanese Burrn! magazine album chart.

[11/27/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Interview on Guitare Extreme: Michael Schenker appears on the cover of France's Guitare Extreme magazine No.95, which has 7-page interview with Michael Schenker. He talks about the new album, Scorpions, philosphy of life, etc. Thanks, Antoine!!!

[11/09/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest joins 70000tons of Metal Cruise 2020: 70000TONS OF METAL, the world's biggest heavy metal cruise has announced that Michael Schenker Fest will do two headlining performances on their upcoming cruise which is slated for January 7th to 11th, 2020. Michael Schenker's birthday will be celebrated on board as well.
Sailors, may we have your attention, please!

70000TONS OF METAL, The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise is deeply honored and humbled to have the opportunity to host a legendary figure in the history of Metal guitar on board #RoundX.

Please welcome the distinguished Michael Schenker, alongside his entourage in MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST, on board 70000TONS OF METAL 2020! We are proud to write Heavy Metal history once again with this venerated superstar by commemorating his Official 50th Recording Anniversary on The Original, The World's Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise.

The one and only original Mad Axeman, the triumphant genius of 6 strings, will be joined by a very special compliment of musicians:

Gary Barden (Vocals)
Robin McAuley (Vocals)
Doogie White (Vocals)
Chris Glen (Bass)
Steve Mann (2nd Guitar / Keyboards)
Bodo Schopf (Drums)

You will be completely mesmerized by their two special headlining performances on board, each of which will be unique. However, that is not all! You will be pleased to know that we will celebrate Michael's historic 65th birthday while we sail from Miami / Ft. Lauderdale, to beautiful Cozumel, Mexico, and back alongside 3,000 of you Sailors hailing from over 70 different countries across the globe. This is 70000TONS OF METAL, The Original, The World’s Biggest Heavy Metal Cruise, The United Nations of Heavy Metal at Sea!

A spectacle of this magnitude is absolutely not to be missed so make sure you join us for our exciting voyage from January 7th to 11th, 2020, sailing on the Independence of "T"he Seas. See you on board!
[11/09/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Interview on Vintage Guitar: The December 2019 issue of the Vintage Guitar magazine has an interview with Michael Schenker (go to page 26).

[11/04/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker on Masa Ito's Rock TV: On September 7 and November 2, two parts of interview with Michael Schenker were aired on Masa Ito's TV show called Rock City. On their website, you can now enter the contest to win Michael Schenker's autographs for two people. Closing date is November 9 (stamp date). Thanks, Mak!! (cf. 06/01/2019 update)

http://www.tvk-yokohama.com/rockcity/#pre

[11/04/2019 update]
Coversation with Michael Schenker about Strangers In The Night: The Guitar World's chat with Michael Schenker about the Strangers in the Night album and the guitar solo on Only You Can Rock Me can be found here.

[10/19/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Interview on We Rock: The latest issue of the Japanese We Rock magazine has an interview with Michael Schenker, in which he said since he was 17, he hasn't listened to other guitarists' playing with some exceptions including his son. Thanks, Mak!!

[10/04/2019 update]
Michael Schenker on Yomiuri Again: The evening edition of October 3, 2019 of the Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper with the largest circulation in the world, had an article on Michael Schenker and the Revelation album. Thanks, Mak!! (cf. 06/25/16 update No.2)

[09/28/2019 update]
Interview: the Weird Wisdom of Michael Schenker: A new interview with Michael Schenker by Fraser Lewry can be found on Classic Rock Magazine where Michael Schenker celebrates his Revelation album by talking Jaguars, the purity of the lead guitar, and why Sharon Osbourne might have shot him.

[09/27/2019 update No.3]
Martin Popoff's 'Revelation' Album Review: Martin Popoff reviews Michael Schenker Fest's new album 'Revelation'.



[09/27/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker interview on DW Culture: Michael Schenker was interviewed on DW Culture's "Arts and Culture" show about Scorpions, UFO and his signature shred style.



[09/27/2019 update]
Michael Schenker interviewed by Duke TV: Michael Schenker was interviewed by Dule TV in Paris, France on August 26. 2019



[09/24/2019 update]
Graham Bonnet's Statement: The following statement has been made on Graham Bonnet's Facebook
Due to Graham Bonnet needing spinal surgery next year to alleviate a pinched nerve and the resulting necessary recovery time, he is unable to participate in the recently announced Michael Schenker Fest U.K. tour dates.

The Japan shows are not affected.

Graham regrets he is unable to make these shows and will see all the U.K MSF fans next time.

We are currently on tour in the U.K and Europe with Alcatrazz and hope to see you there !

Performing all his Rainbow, MSG, Alcatrazz, Impellitteri, Solo hits !!!
[09/23/2019 update]
MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST Revelation U.K. Tour 2020 Announced: According to Dragon Produsctions, MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST announces 2020 UK tour dates as part of 50th anniversary celebrations (apparently without Graham Bonnet):
50 YEARS OF CLASS! Michael Schenker is proud to announce his Golden Anniversary in music, commencing with the exciting news that Michael Schenker Fest will be playing four shows across the UK in April 2020. The tour is dubbed the 'Revelation Tour', so named after Michael’s killer new record released by Nuclear Blast.

Michael commented: "Michael Schenker Fest will be touring the UK to promote the brand new studio album 'Revelation' in April 2020, as well as celebrating 50 years of Michael Schenker. We will have a fresh set list and there could even be some extra special guests!"

16.04.2020 - Wolverhampton, KK'S Steel Mill - Live Music
17.04.2020 - Newcastle, O2 City Hall Newcastle
18.04.2020 - Leeds, O2 Academy Leeds
19.04.2020 - London, O2 Shepherds Bush Empire

Get your tickets here:
https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/search?q=michael+schenker

MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST featuring:
Michael Schenker
Gary Barden
Robin Mc Auley
Doogie White
Chris Glen (Bass)
Steve Mann (Guitar/Keys)
Bodo Schopf (Drums)

More info:
http://michaelschenkerhimself.com/

facebook.com/michaelschenkerrocks
twitter.com/MW_Schenker

Booking: http://www.dragon-productions.com/
[09/22/2019 update No.2]
Autograph Sessions Report - Köln: Alex has kindly sent me his report and photos of the signing session with Michael Schenker which took place in Köln, Germany on September 20. Thanks, Alex!! (cf. 09/11/2019 update)

[09/22/2019 update]
Michael Schenker on His Penchant for Ritchie Blackmore Vocalists: An exclusive trailer video has been released in which Michael Schenker discusses his love of Ritchie Blackmore-styled vocals.



[09/21/2019 update]
MATT'S GUITAR SHOP | MICHAEL SCHENKER INTERVIEW: This has been up for several weeks, but I just stumbled upon this interesting video in which Michael Schenker visited a guitar shop and was interviewed.



[09/20/2019 update No.2]
Revelation Released: Michael Schenker Fest's new album titled "Revelation" is released today. An official lyric video of "Behind The Smile" taken from the album has also been released.



[09/20/2019 update]
Michael Schenker: The day I Turned Down Ozzy: In the week that Michael Schenker Fest release their Revelation album, Schenker describes why he turned down the chance to play with Ozzy Osbourne, and tells a story about Randy Rhoads.



[09/18/2019 update No.2]
Revelation Album Review: A review of Michael Schenker Fest's soon-to-be-released "Revelation" album can be found on the Sentinel Daily website.

[09/18/2019 update]
EXCLUSIVE - HOW MICHAEL SCHENKER FOUND VOCALIST GARY BARDEN: OVERDRIVE has released an EXCLUSIVE VIDEO in which Michael Schenker talks about finding vocalist Gary Barden.



[09/17/2019 update]
MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST - Remembering Ted McKenna and Paul Raymond (EXCLUSIVE TRAILER): Michael Schenker pays tribute to the late Ted McKenna and Paul Raymond in this exclusive video over on Classic Rock Magazine. Watch the video below for more.



[09/14/2019 update]
MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST - 'Revelation' (OFFICIAL TRAILER #4): MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST has just released their fourth album trailer in which Michael and co-producer Michael Voss discuss the drumming on the upcoming album "Revelation".



The third trailer in which Michael and co-producer Michael Voss discuss the roles and personal strengths of the singers on "Revelation" and how Ronnie Romero ended up as a guest singer on the album.



The second trailer in which Michael and co-producer Michael Voss discuss the cover artwork and title of "Revelation".



[09/13/2019 update No.4]
MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST Revelation Japan Tour 2020 Announced: Tokyo Onkyo, a Japanese promoter, has announced on their website the detail of Michael Schenker Fest's Japan tour 2020.

MSG 40th ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL LIVE
MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST
Revelation Japan Tour 2020

«Line-up»
Michael Schenker - Guitar
Gary Barden, Graham Bonnet, Robin McAuley, Doogie White - Vocals
Steve Mann - Guitar / Keyboards
Chris Glen - Bass
Bodo Schopf, Simon Phillips - Drums

«Tokyo Shows»

Day 1: March 10 (Tue.) @ Tokyo International Forum Hall A

Day 2: March 11 (Wed.) @ Tokyo International Forum Hall A

Open 6:00pm / Start 7:00pm

Ticket (advance) Yen 12,000 (including tax, all seats reserved)

For more info: Tokyo Onkyo 03-5774-3030

Approximately half songs of setlist will be replaced by other songs on the Day 2.

«Osaka Shows»

Day 1: March 12 (Thu.) @ Zepp Namba

Day 2: March 13 (Fri.) @ Zepp Namba

Open 6:00pm / Start 7:00pm

Ticket (advance) Yen 12,000 (including tax, all standing on 1st floor, drink fee required additionally)

For more info: Kyodo Information 0570-200-8000

Approximately half songs of setlist will be replaced by other songs on the Day 2.

[09/11/2019 update No.4]
Interview with MIchael Schenker on Fireworks Magazine: Fireworks Magazine #88 is out now, in which our mate, Az Chaudhry interviewed Michael Schenker and reviewed the Revelation album. Interesting read for all Schenker fans. Thanks, Az!!

Download Store

Mini Shop

[09/11/2019 update No.3]
A Video Interview with Michael Schenker: Morow's youtube channel has a new video interview with Michael Schenker.



[09/11/2019 update No.2]
Guitar Magazine Article: The October 2019 issue of Japanese Guitar Magazine has an interview with Michael Schenker. Thanks, Mak!!

[09/11/2019 update]
Exclusive Signing Sessions with Michael Schenker in Germany: Here's a message posted on Michael Schenker's Facebook.
Next week, on September 20th, guitar legend Michael Schenker will release his second MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST album "Revelation". Featuring the usual suspects on vocals: Gary Barden, Graham Bonnet, Robin McAuley and Doogie White, the album also features guest singer Ronnie Romero. Instrumental parts were handled by Michael himself, as well as Steve Mann, Chris Glen, Bodo Schopf and Simon Phillips.

Today, the band announces three exclusive signing sessions with Michael Schenker in Germany on September 20th and 21st to celebrate the release. Make sure to meet Michael on one of the following signing sessions:

- Friday, 20th September - 17:00 CEST at Saturn Koln Hansaring Maybachstrase 115, 50670 Koln

- Saturday, 21st September - 13:00 CEST at Saturn Hamburg Altstadt Monckebergstr. 1, 20095 Hamburg

- Saturday, 21st September - 17:00 CEST at Media Markt Stuhr (Bremen) 3-K-Weg 25A, 28816 Stuhr

You can pre-order »Revelation« here: http://nblast.de/MSFRevelation
Pre-save digitally: http://nblast.de/MichaelSchenkerFestPre
Get "Rock Steady" digitally here: http://nblast.de/MSFRockSteady
Listen to the latest tracks in the Nuclear Blast New Releases playlist: http://nblast.de/SpotifyNewReleases
[09/06/2019 update]
Guitar Interactive Magazine Issue 67 Out Today! Michael Schenker Interview: Issue #67 of the Guitar Interactive Magazine has just been published with an interview with Michael Schenker presented by Nick Jennison.



[09/04/2019 update]
Young Guitar Magazine: The Young Guitar magazine's October 2019 issue which will be in store on September 11 has an interview with Michael Schenker. Thanks, Mak!!

[08/29/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Exclusive Interview: A new interview with Michael Schenker conducted by Shelly Harris can be found on KNAC.com. Thanks, Shelly!!

[08/24/2019 update]
MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST - 'Revelation' (OFFICIAL TRAILER #1): MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST has revealed more details about the production and songs of "Revelation" in first trailer!

On September 20th, guitar legend Michael Schenker will release his second Michael Schenker FEST album ?Revelation“. Featuring the usual suspects on vocals: Gary Barden, Graham Bonnet, Robin McAuley and Doogie White, the album also features guest singer Ronnie Romero. Instrumental parts were handled by Michael himself, as well as Steve Mann, Chris Glen, Bodo Schopf and Simon Phillips.

Today, the band releases their first album trailer in which Michael and co-producer Michael Voss reveal more details about the production and the new songs of the upcoming album "Revelation".

≫Revelation≪ will be released on different formats and is ready for pre-order now. It will be available as CD-Digipak, 2LP (different colours) as well as a limited boxset incl. CD-Digipak, 2LP (red+black splatter), puzzle, poster 60x30, photo cards. Get your version here: http://nblast.de/MSFRevelation
Pre-save digitally: http://nblast.de/MichaelSchenkerFestPre
Get "Rock Steady" digitally here: http://nblast.de/MSFRockSteady
Listen to the latest tracks in the Nuclear Blast New Releases playlist: http://nblast.de/SpotifyNewReleases / http://nblast.de/AppleMusicNewReleases
[08/18/2019 update]
Rock It! Magazine September/October 2019 Issue: The brand-new issue from the "Rock It!" magazine is now available, with Michael Schenker on the cover. Inside, there is a four-page article including interviews and photos. Everything is in German. Thanks Alex from Luxembourg!!.

[08/10/2019 update]
MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST - Sleeping With The Lights On (OFFICIAL VIDEO): Here's a message on Michael Schenker's facebook.

On September 20th, guitar legend Michael Schenker will release his second MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST album "Revelation". Featuring the usual suspects on vocals: Gary Barden, Graham Bonnet, Robin McAuley and Doogie White, the album also features guest singer Ronnie Romero. Instrumental parts were handled by Michael himself, as well as Steve Mann, Chris Glen, Bodo Schopf and Simon Phillips.

Today, the band releases their second digital single and video 'Sleeping With The Light On'. Get the single digitally here: http://nblast.de/MSF-SleepingWithLight

Michael Schenker comments: "Many people in my interviews expressed how much they like this song and I tell them: wait till you see the video. It brings it to a whole other level.
By the way, the making of the video was a lot of fun and sometimes even spooky. I hope you enjoy it."
»Revelation« will be released on different formats and is ready for pre-order now. It will be available as CD-Digipak, 2LP (different colours) as well as a limited boxset incl. CD-Digipak, 2LP (red+black splatter), puzzle, poster 60x30, photo cards. Get your version here: http://nblast.de/MSFRevelation
Pre-save digitally: http://nblast.de/MichaelSchenkerFestPre
Get "Rock Steady" digitally here: http://nblast.de/MSFRockSteady

»Revelation« Trackliste (CD-Digipak, 2-LP, Digital)
01. Rock Steady
02. Under A Blood Red Sky
03. Silent Again
04. Sleeping With The Light On
05. The Beast In The Shadows
06. Behind The Smile
07. Crazy Daze
08. Lead You Astray
09. We Are The Voice
10. Headed For The Sun
11. Old Man
12. Still In The Fight
13. Ascension
Bonus:
14. Armed And Ready (live)
15. Bad Boys (live)
16. Rock Bottom (live)
[08/03/2019 update]
Burrn! Michael Schenker Interview: Burrn! Magazine September 2019 issue has a special article including an interview with Michael Schenker and a dialogue between Michael Schenker and TAKASAKI Akira, which is to be in store on August 5. Thanks, Mak!!

[07/27/2019 update]
MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST - Behind The Scenes Of 'Rock Steady' (OFFICIAL VIDEO): A behind-the-scenes look from the set of 'Rock Steady' has been released by Nuclear Blast Records. The track is taken from the new album 'REVELATION'.



[07/20/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Saint-Julien-En-Genevois Show Review/Photos: Beautiful photos taken by Christophe Losberger at Michael Schenker Fest's show during the Guitaire en Scène festival which took place on July 12 in Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, Francecan be found here. Thanks, Isabelle!!!

[07/15/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker - Revelation Guitar Clinic Q&A: Here's the info from Michael Schenker's facebook. The event will be filmed for promotional purposes. It will be featured in the footage which will appear on the Nuclear Blast YouTube channel and MusicRadar's website. Thanks, Jim!!
Have you ever wanted to ask Michael how he wrote a riff or what techniques he uses to warm up? How about questions about his gear and touring? Well, you're in luck! Come and join us for an afternoon of guitar revelations from 12pm - 1pm on Monday the 22nd of July near Kings Cross in London. Space is super limited and reserved on a first come, first serve basis. Please register your attendance here and we will confirm your place ASAP: http://nblast.de/SchenkerGuitarClinic.

*Please note that travel is not included.
[07/15/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Saint-Julien-En-Genevois Show Review/Photos: Sylvie has kindly sent me her review and photos of Michael Schenker Fest's show during the Guitaire en Scène festival which took place on July 12 in Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, France. Thanks, Sylvie!!!

[07/13/2019 update No.5]
Michael Schenker Fest Saint-Julien-En-Genevois Show Photos: Hidenori has kindly shared some photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's show during the Guitaire en Scène festival which took place on July 12 in Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, France. Thanks, Hidenori!!!

[07/13/2019 update No.4]
Michael Schenker Fest Guitaire en Scène Festival Photos: Guitaire en Scène Festival's facebook has some photos of the bands playing for the festival including Michael Schenker Fest. Thanks, Isabelle!!

[07/13/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Bang Your Head Festival Photos: Bang Your Head Festival's facebook has some photos of Michael Schenker Fest's performance which took place on July 11 in Balingen, Germany.

[07/13/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Saint-Julien-En-Genevois Show Photos: Eva has kindly sent me some photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's show during the Guitaire en Scène festival which took place on July 12 in Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, France. Thanks, Eva!!!

[07/13/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Saint-Julien-En-Genevois Show Photos/Videos: Isabelle has kindly sent me some photos and videos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's show during the Guitaire en Scène festival which took place on July 12 in Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, France. Thanks, Isabelle!!!

[07/10/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Barcelona Show Photos: José has kindly shared some photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's show during the Barcelona Rock Festival which took place on July 5, 2019. Thanks, José!!!

[07/10/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Barcelona Show Photos: Juan has kindly shared some photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's show during the Barcelona Rock Festival which took place on July 5, 2019. Thanks, Juan!!!

[06/22/2019 update]
'Revelation' Album Information: Revelation will be released on a variety of different formats and is ready for pre-order now. It will be available on CD Digipack, 2 LP (gold and white), as well as a limited boxset incl. CD Digipack, 2 LP (red and black splatter), puzzle, poster 60x30 and photo cards. Get your copy of the album, here: http://nblast.de/MSFRevelation



You can already pre-save the second studio album ≫Revelation≪ and get the singles added to your library as they become available: http://nblast.de/MichaelSchenkerFestPre

[06/15/2019 update]
Video Clip from Revelation: A video of the first single "Rock Steday" from Michael Schenker Fest's upcoming album has been released.
Following on from the release of their successful debut album ≫Resurrection≪, Michael Schenker FEST have completed the recordings for their second studio album, which is now scheduled for a worldwide release on September 20th this year. Today, MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST release their first single "Rock Steady". Get the song digitally here: http://nblast.de/MSFRockSteady

≫Revelation≪ will be released on different formats and is ready for pre-order now. It will be available as CD-Digipak, 2LP (different colours) as well as a limited boxset incl. CD-Digipak, 2LP (red+black splatter), puzzle, poster 60x30, photo cards. Get your version here: http://nblast.de/MSFRevelation

“This song almost did not make it on the album", says Michael Schenker and explains: "It developed from a 'maybe' into a definite, after we swapped things around like an added solo, psychedelic pieces, the lyrics, the slide plus all the other goodies and sprinkles.

t turned out to be a party song telling my story, capturing many aspects of music. It was originally a song for guest musicians to be featured on the album, the ones I had in mind were Ronnie Wood and Mick Jagger; it had that kind of feel. Ronnie actually introduced his family to me in my dressing room in Hammersmith back in the 80s and I’ve heard he’s a fan! So, I had asked my son Taro to knock on Ronnie's door, since they both live in Barcelona, and tell Ronnie to bring Mick with him. The Beatles and the Stones were two of the first bands I got into. I had the pleasure to jam with Paul McCartney on an MSG album. Ronnie and Mick would have closed the cycle, but when Ted passed away we had to focus on other things instead. We ended up scrapping the whole guest idea!”


[06/05/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Westbury Show Review/Photos: A review and photos of Michael Schenker Fest's Westbury, NY show which took place on May 12 can be found on Robert Armstrong's website.

[06/02/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Englewood Show Photos: Cecelia has kindly shared some photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Englewood, CO show which took place on April 27. Thanks, Cecelia!!!

[06/02/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (2nd Night) Photos/Review: Tammy @ The Greene Room Magazine and Greene Sound Lens Photography has kindly shared photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's 2nd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 16. Thanks, Tammy!!

Tammy's review and photos of Michael Schenker Fest show can be found on The Greene Room Magazine.

[06/02/2019 update]
Revelation Album Pre-order/Track Listing: Michael Schenker Fest's upcoming studio album titled 'Revelation' can now be pre-ordered. It is due out on September 20, 2019 in Japan. Album jacket and tentative track listing have been revealed as well.

Track List (tentative)
01. Rock Steady
02. Under A Blood Red Sky
03. Silent Again
04. Sleeping With The Light On
05. The Beast In The Shadows
06. Behind The Smile
07. Crazy Daze
08. Lead You Astray
09. We Are The Voice (featuring Ronnie Romero)
10. Headed For The Sun
11. Old Man
12. Still In The Fight
13. Ascension
- Bonus Tracks for Japanese Edition only -
14. The Beast In The Shadows (featuring Akira Takasaki)
15. Assault Attack (Live at Loud Park 17 October 15, 2017)
16. Doctor Doctor (Live at Loud Park 17 October 15, 2017)

Standard Edition: CD @ HMV

Limited Edition: CD+T-shirt @ HMV

Limited Edition: CD+T-shirt @ Tower Records

Standard Edition: CD @ Tower Records

[06/01/2019 update No.4]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (3rd Night) Photos: Mark has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's 3rd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 17. Thanks, Mark!!!

[06/01/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Vancouver Show Video/Photos: Jo has kindly shared some videos and photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Vancouver, Canada show which took place on April 22. Thanks, Jo!!!

[06/01/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Milwaukee Show Photos: Alan has kindly shared the second batch of photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Milwaukee, WI show which took place on May 3. Thanks, Alan!!! (cf. 05/16/2019 update No.2)

[06/01/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Events in Tokyo: Michael Schenker is coming to Japan and some promotional events are scheduled during next weekend. Application for participation in both evets has been already closed.

Talk Show with Michael Schenker and Masa Ito for Masa Ito's Rock TV on Sat. the 8th of June: Info

Autograph session with Michael Schenker for those who reserved Revelation album at Tower Records on Sun. the 9th of June: Info

[05/31/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Portland Show Photos/Video: Eric has kindly shared the photos and video he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Portland, OR show that took place on April 21. Thanks, Eric!!!

[05/29/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Baltimore Show Photos: Steve @ Steve Hefter Photography has kindly shared many more photos from Michael Schenker Fest's Baltimore, MD show which took place on May 14. Thanks, Steve!!!

[05/28/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Baltimore Show Photos: Steve @ Steve Hefter Photography has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Baltimore, MD show which took place on May 14. Thanks, Steve!!!

[05/28/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Baltimore Show Review/Photos: A review and photos of Michael Schenker Fest's Baltimore, MD show which took place on May 14 by Dave Roberts can be found on DC Music Review.

[05/28/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Sacramento Show Photos/Videos: Patricia has kindly shared the hotos and videos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Sacramento, CA show which took place on April 20. Thanks, Patricia!!!

[05/26/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Austin Show Videos: Diana has kindly shared the videos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Austin, TX show which took place on May 18. Thanks, Diana!!!

[05/25/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Atlanta Show Photos: Bobby has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Atlanta, GA show which took place on May 16. Thanks, Bobby!!!

[05/25/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Westbury Show Photos: Kenneth has kindly shared many more photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Westbury, NY show which took place on May 12. Thanks, Kenneth!!! (cf. 05/18/2019 update)

[05/25/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Westbury Show Photos/Videos: Angela has kindly shared the photos and video she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Westbury, NY show which took place on May 12. Thanks, Angela!!!

[05/24/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Lafayette Show Photos/Videos: Barry and Megan have kindly shared the photos and videos they took at Michael Schenker Fest's Lafayette, IN show which took place on May 5. Thanks, Barry and Megan!!!

[05/23/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Sacramento Show Photos: Robert has kindly shared some photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Sacramento, CA show which took place on April 20. Thanks, Robert!!!

[05/22/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Temple of Rock Glasgow Show Photos: Sam has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Temple of Rock's Glasgow, U.K. show which took place on November 24, 2015. Thanks, Sam!!!

[05/21/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker New York Show Photos: Dawn has kindly shared the photos she took at Michael Schenker's New York, NY show that took place on January 22, 2014. Thanks, Dawn!!!

[05/21/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show Photos: Laurie has kindly shared the photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's West Hollywood, CA shows which took place on April 16 and 17. Thanks, Laurie!!!

[05/20/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Austin Show Photos/Videos: Kim has kindly shared the photos and videos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Austin, TX show which took place on May 18. Thanks, Kim!!!

[05/19/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Austin Show Videos: Danny has kindly shared the photos and videos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Austin, TX show which took place on May 18. Thanks, Danny!!!

[05/18/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Milwaukee Show Photos: Kris has kindly shared the photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Milwaukee, WI show which took place on May 3. Thanks, Kris!!!

[05/18/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Worcester Show Photos: Laurie has kindly shared her review and photos of Michael Schenker Fest's Wocrcester, MA show which took place on May 10. Thanks, Laurie!!!

[05/18/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Westbury Show Videos: Kenneth has kindly shared the photos and video he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Westbury, NY show which took place on May 12. Thanks, Kenneth!!!

[05/17/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Atlanta Show Videos: Wayne has kindly shared the videos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Atlanta, GA show which took place on May 16. Thanks, Wayne!!!

[05/17/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Richmond Show Review/Photos: George has kindly sent me his review and photos of Michael Schenker Fest's Richmond, VA show which took place on May 15. Thanks, George!!!

[05/17/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Richmond Show Videos: Simon has kindly sent me some video clips from Michael Schenker Fest's Richmond, VA show which took place on May 15. Thanks, Simon!!!

[05/16/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Milwaukee Show Photos: Alan has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Milwaukee, WI show which took place on May 3. Thanks, Alan!!!

[05/16/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Richmond Show Photos: Simon has kindly sent me the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Richmond, VA show which took place on May 15. Thanks, Simon!!!

[05/15/2019 update No.4]
Michael Schenker Fest Baltimore Show Review/Photos: George has kindly shared his review and photos of Michael Schenker Fest's Baltimore, MD show which took place on May 14. Thanks, George!!!

[05/15/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Sacramento Show Photos: Axe @ Axeslinger.com has kindly shared some photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Sacramento, CA show which took place on April 20. Thanks, Axe!!!

[05/15/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest San Francisco Show Photos: Axe @ Axeslinger.com has kindly shared some photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's San Francisco, CA show which took place on April 19. Thanks, Axe!!!

[05/15/2019 update]
Michael Schenker New Interview: A recently-conducted interview with Michael Schenker titled "In Search of Peace of Mind: Michael Schenker Shreds Full Circle" has been posted on the Decibel Mgazine website.

[05/14/2019 update No.3]
More Michael Schenker Fest New York Show Photos: Scott @ Scott Braun Photography has added some more photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's New York, NY show that took place on May 11. Thanks, Scott!!! (cf. 05/13/2019 update)

[05/14/2019 update No.2]
More Michael Schenker Fest Chicago Show Photos: Words Can't Explain Creations has added many more photos taken at Michael Schenker Fest's Chicago, IL show which took place on May 4. Thanks, Words Can't Explain Creations!!! (cf. 05/10/2019 update No.3)

[05/14/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest New York Show Review: Join host Pete Pardo as he reviews the Michael Schenker Fest concert at Irving Plaza in NYC on 05/11/2019.



[05/13/2019 update No.2]
More Michael Schenker Fest Lafayette Show Photos: Josh has added some more photos from Michael Schenker Fest's Lafayette, IN show which took place on May 5. Thanks again, Josh!!! (cf. 05/11/2019 update)

[05/13/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest New York Show Photos: Scott @ Scott Braun Photography has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's New York, NY show that took place on May 11. I believe more to come from him. Thanks, Scott!!!

[05/10/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Chicago Show Photos/Video: Words Can't Explain Creations has kindly shared the photos/video of Michael Schenker Fest's Chicago, IL show which took place on May 4. Thanks, Words Can't Explain Creations!!!

[05/11/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Portland Show Photos: Todd @ Todd Klingler Photography has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Portland, OR show that took place on April 21. Thanks, Todd!!!

[05/11/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Lafayette Show Photos: Josh has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Lafayette, IN show which took place on May 5. Thanks, Josh!!!

[05/10/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Albany Show Photos: Timothy has kindly sent me the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Albany, NY show which took place on May 9. Thanks, Timothy!!!

[05/10/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Chicago Show Photos/Videos: Chris has kindly shared the photos and videos that he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Chicago, IL show which took place on May 4. Thanks, Chris!!!

[05/10/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Albany Show Photos: Scott (zigtronics) has kindly sent me the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Albany, NY show which took place on May 9. Thanks, Scott!!!

[05/09/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Toronto Show Review/Photos: Graham has kindly sent me his review and photos of Michael Schenker Fest's Toronto, Canada show which took place on May 7. Thanks, Graham!!!

[05/09/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Chicago Show Review/Photos: A review and photos (by Mark Kadzielawa) of Michael Schenker Fest's Chicago, IL show which took place on May 4 can be found on the 69 Faces of Rock website.

[05/08/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Toronto Show Photos/Videos: Rich has kindly shared the photos and videos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Toronto, Canada show which took place on May 7. Thanks, Rich!!!

[05/08/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Chicago Show Videos: Jay has kindly sent me the videos that he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Chicago, IL show which took place on May 4. Thanks, Jay!!!

[05/07/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Milwaukee Show Photos: Lee Ann Flynn has kindly allowed me to reproduce on my website the beautiful photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Milwaukee, WI show which took place on May 3. Thanks, Lee Ann!!!

[05/07/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Milwaukee Show Review/Photos: A nice review and incredible photos by Lee Ann Flynn of Michael Schenker Fest's Milwaukee, WI show which took place on May 3 can be found on the Shutter 16 website.

[05/06/2019 update No.5]
Michael Schenker Fest Lafayette Show Photos/Video: Wally has kindly shared some photos and a video he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Lafayette, IN show which took place on May 5. Thanks, Wally!!!

[05/06/2019 update No.4]
Michael Schenker Fest Lafayette Show Photos: Hidenori has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Lafayette, IN show which took place on May 5. Thanks again, Hidenori!!!

[05/06/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Kansas City Show Review/Photos: A review and some professional photos of Michael Schenker Fest's Kansas City, MO show which took place on April 28 can be found on the Photos from the Pit website.

[05/06/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker joins "In The Basement With Jesse Bruce" on 93 1 WMPA: During a special edition of their weekly "Classic Rock Revival" segment, Michael Schenker joins host Jesse Bruce to talk about his unique "Michael Schenker Fest" tour featuring singers Graham Bonnet, Doogie White, Gary Braden, and Robin McAuley. He also discusses his love of the Gibson Flying V Guitar and his influence on other guitarists.



[05/06/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Kalamazoo Show Photos: Robert from Robert Wilcox Photography has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Kalamazoo, MI show which took place on May 2. Thanks, Bob!!!

[05/05/2019 update No.5]
Michael Schenker Fest Chicago Show Photos: Hidenori has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Chicago, IL show which took place on May 4. Thanks for the third time today, Hidenori!!!

[05/05/2019 update No.4]
More Michael Schenker Fest Milwaukee Show Photos: Jeff has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Milwaukee, WI show which took place on May 3. Thanks, Jeff!!!

[05/05/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest Milwaukee Show Photos: Hidenori has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Milwaukee, WI show which took place on May 3. Thanks again, Hidenori!!!

[05/05/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Kalamazoo Show Photos: Hidenori has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Kalamazoo, MI show which took place on May 2. Thanks, Hidenori!!!

[05/05/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Kalamazoo Show Review/Photos/Videos: Bryan has kindly shared his review photos and videos of Michael Schenker Fest's Kalamazoo, MI show which took place on May 2. Thanks, Bryan!!!

[05/04/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Kalamazoo Show Photos: Ken has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Kalamazoo, MI show which took place on May 2. Thanks, Ken!!!

[05/02/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (3rd Night) Photos/Videos: Will has kindly shared photos and videos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's 3rd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 17. Thanks, Will!!!

[05/01/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker on Talking Metal Show: On the most recent episode of Talking Metal, Emily interviews legendary guitarist Michael Schenker. The interview with Michael starts around 23:30 into the show. Topics include Paul Raymond, UFO, his current Michael Schenker Fest tour, Resurrection, Revelation, Doogie White, his dislike of talking on the phone, Metallica, Kirk Hammett and much more.



[05/01/2019 update No.2]
Doogie White on Robert Sas Show: Doogie White appears on the first hour of Robert Sas' weekly Rock Rhow for Central FM Radio Spain, with tons of great rocking tunes. It was recorded a couple of days before Doogie was going to the USA on tour with the Michael Schenker Fest.



[05/01/2019 update]
More Michael Schenker Fest Englewood Show Photos: Randy has kindly shared some photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Englewood, CO show which took place on April 27. Thanks, Randy!!!

[04/30/2019 update No.3]
More Michael Schenker Fest Englewood Show Photos/Videos: Anthony has kindly shared some photos and videos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Englewood, CO show which took place on April 27. Thanks, Anthony!!!

[04/30/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Kansas City Show Photos/Videos: Chris has kindly shared some photos and videos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Kansas City, MO show which took place on April 28. Thanks, Chris!!!

[04/30/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Englewood Show Photos: Rich and Karla have kindly shared some photos and videos they took at Michael Schenker Fest's Englewood, CO show which took place on April 27. Thanks, Rich and Karla!!!

[04/29/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Calgary Show Photos/Videos: Karen has kindly shared photos and videos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Calgary, Canada show which took place on April 24. Thanks, Karen!!!

[04/29/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Kansas City Show Review: Marlon has kindly sent me his review of Michael Schenker Fest's Kansas City, MO show which took place on April 28. Doogie was absent apparently due to illness. Graham as well has not been well for the past few days. Hope they will get well soon. Thanks, Marlon!!!

[04/28/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Englewood Show Photos: Luciana has kindly sent me some photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Englewood, CO show which took place on April 27. Thanks, Luciana!!!

[04/28/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Louisville Show Cancelled: According to venue website, Michael Schenker Fest's show planned at Burbon Hall in Louisville, Kentucky on April 30th has been cancelled due to reason beyond their control. Refunds will be issued ASAP. Michael Schenker's official website also announced the cancellation and says this does not affect any other shows on the North American tour 2019.

Tue 04/30/19 Louisville, KY, U.S.A. Bourbon Hall (cancelled) Venue Ad

See also MSG Tourdate Page.

[04/26/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Calgary Show Photos: Gloria has kindly shared the photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's Calgary, Canada show which took place on April 24. Thanks, Gloria!!!

[04/25/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (3rd Night) Photos: Joe from Joe Schaeffer Photography has kindly shared a lot more photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's 3rd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 17. Thanks, Joe!!! (cf. 04/20/2019 update No.3)

[04/24/2019 update No.3]
More Michael Schenker Fest Vancouver Show Video/Photos: Mike has kindly shared a video and photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Vancouver, Canada show which took place on April 22. Thanks, Mike!!!

[04/24/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest Vancouver Show Photos: Robert has kindly shared the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Vancouver, Canada show which took place on April 22. Thank you, Robert!!!

[04/24/2019 update]
More Michael Schenker Fest Portland Show Photos: Mike has kindly sent me the photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Portland, OR show that took place on April 21. Good job, Mike!!!

[04/23/2019 update No.2]
More Michael Schenker Fest Portland Show Review/Photos/Videos: Jerry kindly sent me his review, photos and videos of Michael Schenker Fest's Portland, OR show that took place on April 21. Thanks, Jerry!!!

[04/23/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Portland Show Photos: Scott has kindly sent me photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's Portland, OR show which took place on April 21. Thanks, Scott!!!

[04/22/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (3rd Night) Review/Photos: Check out the coverage at VintageRock.com of Michael Schenker Fest at the Whisky A Go-Go on 4/17/2019. Review by Shawn T. Perry and pics by Joe Schaeffer. (cf. 04/20/2019 update No.3)

[04/22/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest Sacramento Show Review/Photos/Videos: VickieandKen have kindly sent me their review, photos and videos from Michael Schenker Fest's Sacramento, CA show took place on April 20. Thanks, Ken!!!

[04/21/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (3rd Night) Photos: Alan has kindly shared photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's 3rd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 17. Thanks, Alan!!!

[04/21/2019 update]
More Michael Schenker Fest San Francisco Show Photos: Michael has kindly shared some photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's San Francisco, CA show which took place on April 19. Thanks, Michael!!!

[04/20/2019 update No.4]
Michael Schenker Fest San Francisco Show Photos: Eric has kindly shared some photos he took at Michael Schenker Fest's San Francisco, CA show which took place on April 19. Thanks, Eric!!!

[04/20/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (3rd Night) Photos: Joe from Joe Schaeffer Photography has kindly shared some photos of Michael Schenker Fest's 3rd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 17. A full concert review by Shawn T. Perry and photos by Joe will be soon published on VintageRock.com. Thanks, Joe!!!

[04/20/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Interview: An interview with Michael Schenker conducted shortly before the launch of Michael Schenker Fest's current Norhth American tourhas been published on VintageRock.com.

[04/20/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest 3 West Hollywood Shows Photos: Luciana also attended three Michael Schenker Fest's West Hollywood shows in a row and has kindly shared photos from those shows. Thanks, Liciana!!!

April 15th
April 16th
April 17th

[04/19/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (3rd Night) Photos: Fukiko attended three shows in a row and has kindly shared photos from Michael Schenker Fest's 3rd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 17. Thanks again, Fukiko!!!

[04/19/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (3rd Night) Review: Johnny has kindly sent me his nice review of Michael Schenker Fest's 3rd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 17. Thanks, Johnny!!!

[04/19/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (3rd Night) Photos/Videos: Tomomi has kindly sent me some photos and videos that she took at Michael Schenker Fest's 3rd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 17. Thanks again, Tomomi!!!

[04/18/2019 update No.2]
"The Girl With The Stars In Her Eyes" (OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO): A lyric video for "The Girl With The Stars In Her Eyes" off of Michael Schenker Fest's debut album "Resurrection" has been released.



[04/18/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show (2nd Night) Photos: Fukiko has kindly shared photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's 2nd West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 16. Thanks again, Fukiko!!!

[04/17/2019 update No.3]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show Photos: Fukiko has kindly shared photos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 15. Thanks, Fukiko!!!

[04/17/2019 update No.2]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show Video: Tomomi has kindly sent me the videos she took at Michael Schenker Fest's West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 15 where Michael Schenker paid tribute to two late bandmates (Ted McKenna and Paul Raymond and then sang Holiday. Thanks, Tomomi!!!

[04/17/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show Review/Photos: Deborah has kindly sent me her review and photos of Michael Schenker Fest's West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 15. Thanks, Debbie!!!

[04/16/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest West Hollywood Show Photos/Videos: Michael Schenker Fest's North American leg has started in California. Cherry has kindly shared the photos/videos she took at the West Hollywood, CA show which took place on April 15. Thanks, Cherry!!!

[04/14/2019 update N.2]
PAUL RAYMOND Died At 73: I am so sorry to hear that Paul Raymond (UFO guitarist/keyboard player, ex-Michael Schenker Group guitarist/keyboard player) died at the age of 73 on April 13, 2019 after suffering a heart attack. Sandra, Paul's life partner announced on Paul's facebook: With a desperate and broken heart, fully in tears and pains that feel like they will kill me I have to tell you that my most beautiful and beloved darling Paul Raymond has passed away today. The doctors were trying to reanimate him and with success at first but then his system shot down again and there was nothing more they could do for him, he died of a heart attack. Rest in Peace, Paul.



[04/14/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Audio Interview Conducted on 04/06/2019: Michael Schenker talks to Thomas S. Orwat Jr from RockMusicStar.com about his upcoming Michael Schenker Fest 2019 North American tour, his past history, and why he has no interest in joining UFO again.



[04/07/2019 update No.5]
Michael Schenker Fest North American Tour: Michael Schenker Fest are returning and kicking off their North American Tour on April 15th!







[04/07/2019 update No.4]
MSF Summer Festival #3 in France: Michael Schenker Fest have announced they will be performing at 'Guitare en Scene' in Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, France on the 12th July 2019.

https://www.guitare-en-scene.com/

Here's the line up (No Doogie White for this one!)

******
Michael Schenker - Lead/Rhythm Guitars
Gary Barden - Vocals
Graham Bonnet - Vocals
Robin McAuley - Vocals
Bodo Schopf - Drums
Steve Mann - Guitar / Keyboards
Chris Glen - Bass
*****

Fri 07/12/19 Saint-Julien-En-Genevois, France Guitaire en Scene Venue Ad

See also MSG Tourdate Page.

[04/07/2019 update No.3]
MSF Summer Festival #2 in Spain: Michael Schenker Fest will be headlining Bang Your Head Festival on 11th July 2019!

https://www.bang-your-head.de/

This will be Bodo Schopf's first European show with Michael Schenker Fest.

Michael Schenker - Lead / Rhythm Guitars
Gary Barden - Vocals
Graham Bonnet - Vocals
Robin McAuley - Vocals
Doogie White - Vocals
Bodo Schopf- Drums
Steve Mann - Guitar / Keyboards
Chris Glen - Bass

Thu 07/11/19 Balingen, Germany Bang Your Head Festival (Headliner) Venue Ad

See also MSG Tourdate Page.

[04/07/2019 update No.2]
MSF Summer Festival #1 in Spain: Michael Schenker Fest Featuring Doogie White and two original MSG Singers - Robin McAuley & Gary Barden will be at Barcelona Rock Fest July 5th 2019!

Fri 07/05/19 Barcelona, Spain Barcelona Rock Festival Venue Ad

See also MSG Tourdate Page.

[04/07/2019 update]
MSF Indiana Show Venuer Change: Michael Schenker Fest's show on May 5th, 2019 originally planned to be held in Ft Wayne has been moved to Lafayette Theater & Events Center in Lafayette, Indiana.

Sun 05/05/19 Lafayette, IN, U.S.A. Barcelona Rock Festival Venue Ad

See also MSG Tourdate Page.

[03/29/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest "Revelation" Japan Release: Japan edition of Michael Schenker Fest's upcoming Revelation album including a bonus track with Akira Takasaki is to be released from the Ward Records in August.

[03/28/2019 update No.2]
MICHEAL SCHENKER FEST - to release new album "Revelation" on August 23rd!: According to Nuclear Blast, MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST have completed the recordings for their second studio album titled Revelation, which is scheduled to be released on August 23rd this year worldwide through Nuclear Blast.

Besides the four vocalists Gary Barden, Graham Bonnet, Robin McAuley and Doogie White, Michael Schenker also reveals a guest singer on one track. "An incredible thing happened; we had this song that was ready to be worked on and Michael Voss suggested Ronnie Romero from Ritchie Blackmore's RAINBOW, who Voss had worked with in the past, to sing on this song as a guest. What came out of it was classic. Amazing vocals with blazing music that absolutely rocks! We are ready to present this unique album to the world and I am very much looking forward to getting this album out there. Our label Nuclear Blast is totally happy with this record and I was especially happy getting a message from Markus Staiger, the founder of Nuclear Blast, saying how much he loves this album."

[03/28/2019 update]
New Micahel Schenker Interview (Guest Musicians on the Next MSF Album): Michael Schenker revealed in a recent interview by Canada's The Metal Review that Ronnie Romero (Rainbow) sang on one song for Michael Schenker Fest's upcoming studio album (which is Michael Voss's idea) and Akira Takasaki (Loudness) played guitar on a Japanese bonus track. Thanks, Mak!!

Jimmy Kay from Canada's The Metal Voice recently spoke to legendary guitarist Michael Schenker. Schenker spoke about his upcoming new Michael Schenker Fest studio album, the musical direction and guests, the second leg of the tour that is beginning in April 2019, the sad passing of his drummer Ted Mckenna and comments on his and his brother Rudolf relationship.



[02/16/2019 update]
Simon Philipps and Bodo Schopf join Michael Schenker Fest: New drummers for Michael Schenker Fest's second album recording and upcoming US tour have been announced on Michael Schenker's official website.
There's never a good time to announce this kind of news. Following the passing of Ted McKenna we can now announce who will be the drummer on the second Michael Schenker Fest studio album and upcoming live shows.

Simon Philipps and Bodo Schopf -- who each played drums in MSG -- to the MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST line-up. Simon who played on the MSG debut album will return as the main drummer on the upcoming second album. Due to his schedule, he is unable to be the live drummer for the upcoming US tour. This role will be completed by Bodo Schopf, who played on "Perfect Timing" and "Save Yourself". With the sudden passing of Ted Mckenna, Bodo will be featured on the upcoming record but in a smaller role as he had the important job of preparing for the US tour.

Michael states, "We are very grateful to Bodo for being a team player and working out with Simon what needs to be done in order for us to continue as smooth as possible and also to Simon for helping us to make it all possible. Bodo is the perfect choice to continue as the permanent drummer for Michael Schenker Fest. It is a perfect balance between the musicians from the past. It includes everything as a family to continue MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST."

Bodo comments, ". I am very sorry that Ted had to leave us under these tragic circumstances and I'm proud to rock for him and all the MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST fans. RIP Ted
See also Nuclear Blast website for the article "MICHAEL SCHENKER FEST - currently working on 2nd album + announcing new drummer!"

[01/19/2019 update]
R.I.P. Ted: I have been devastated to hear the passing of Ted McKenna. According to Chris Glen's facebook, "seemingly he passed away during complications with his operation for his hernia". My deepest condolences to his family. R.I.P. Ted.

[01/12/2019 update]
Michael Schenker Fest is Recording Second Studio Album: Michael Schenker announces on his birthday (January 10) that Michael Schenker Fest are back in the studio recording for a second studio album to follow up 2018's release 'Resurrection'.

See more info @:

Michael Schenker official website

Michael Schenker's Facebook

Nublear Blast



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