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Michael Schenker (born January 10, 1955) is a hard rock and heavy metal guitarist of UFO and a founding member of the Scorpions. He signed with Chrysalis Records in autumn 1979 after leaving UFO. He is the younger brother of Rudolf Schenker of Scorpions fame.
Michael was born in Sarstedt, Germany. He started playing in his early teens when his brother Rudolph brought home a Flying V guitar, which captured Michael’s imagination. His playing style is unusual in that he seems not to use conventionally practiced guitar scales but seems instead to improvise.
Schenker joined UFO under unusual circumstances. The band left the UK to play some dates in Germany. Their guitarist at the time; Bernie Marsden, forgot his passport and was unable to make the first gig. At the venue UFO spotted Michael playing a soundcheck with the Scorpions and managed to persuade him into playing that evening’s show. Despite the language barrier; he spoke no English and they spoke no German, something clearly “clicked” and Schenker brought the ellusive X factor to the band and took them to another level musically.
Schenker has had a turbulent career with UFO, often walking out mid song and causing shows to be cancelled. He is evidently as temperamental as he is gifted. Schenker says his playing with UFO is like chocolate: fantastic for a while but once you’ve had enough…
Clearly a musical prodigy, Schenker was one of the 1970’s most inspirational guitarists, influencing later musicians such as Kirk Hammett from the band Metallica.
Michael was born in Sarstedt, Germany. He started playing in his early teens when his brother Rudolph brought home a Flying V guitar, which captured Michael’s imagination. His playing style is unusual in that he seems not to use conventionally practiced guitar scales but seems instead to improvise.
Schenker joined UFO under unusual circumstances. The band left the UK to play some dates in Germany. Their guitarist at the time; Bernie Marsden, forgot his passport and was unable to make the first gig. At the venue UFO spotted Michael playing a soundcheck with the Scorpions and managed to persuade him into playing that evening’s show. Despite the language barrier; he spoke no English and they spoke no German, something clearly “clicked” and Schenker brought the ellusive X factor to the band and took them to another level musically.
Schenker has had a turbulent career with UFO, often walking out mid song and causing shows to be cancelled. He is evidently as temperamental as he is gifted. Schenker says his playing with UFO is like chocolate: fantastic for a while but once you’ve had enough…
Clearly a musical prodigy, Schenker was one of the 1970’s most inspirational guitarists, influencing later musicians such as Kirk Hammett from the band Metallica.
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Elaneandrade wrote:
meu amorrrrr
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OmarCandelas wrote:
The new album is fucking great
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deuce-86 wrote:
the new album is amazing!!!
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Oshan5 wrote:
OMG New album!!!!!!
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mclpl wrote:
Schenker still kickin :D Fuck yea.
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Lesanderd wrote:
New album is perfect!
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BurningRemnant wrote:
And it's great
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nicktedds wrote:
Pics from this year's High Voltage Festival now @ http://www.last.fm/festival/1766980+High+Voltage+Festival/images
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JLucasACDC wrote:
My favorite guitarist ever \o/
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JLucasACDC wrote:
GOD!!!!!
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SchenkersGirl wrote:
Saw him live a few weeks ago....he still ahs all the fiery passion in his playing ♥ you Michael XO
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engelmeine wrote:
NO ONE is better than Michael!!!!!!
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MikeySchenker wrote:
Just saw on YouTube some fine clips made by a fan of the final tour. He looks healthy finally once again, thankfully. Having lots of fun so it seems... now just one kick ass great album, 'cause the last one was nothing more than okay...
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SchenkersGirl wrote:
My favorite guitarist ever. He is a force to reckon with. The very best of the melodic players. Can burn up the frets with speed yet maintain intense melodic integrity. Guitar playing becomes art in the ear of the listener of a Schenker tune.
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Ozzman_Cameth wrote:
thradar, i agree with you 100%
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19broadway wrote:
Michael Schenker "Winter Solstice Acoustic Tour" Saturday January 2nd 2010 @ 19 Broadway Niteclub...visit www.19broadway.com for more info!
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GuitarGear wrote:
К вопросу о акустическом вступлении и т.д. - They Need a Million, ещё когда он в скорпах играл, по описанию подходит.
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Thradar wrote:
Great guitarist, but the dude is a certified nutjob.
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Bizoniy wrote:
не знаю
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MaxiFFFFFFFFUUU wrote:
Meine Tante hat mit Michael im Sandkasten gespielt.
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- Mar 24 Michael Schenker w/ guest Robin McAuley The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, Los Angeles CA, United States
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- Feb 22 Michael Schenker Avalon Nightclub, Santa Clara, San Jose CA, United States
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