CMAT and Michael Schenker

Nov 23, 2023 · O2 Ritz Manchester, Manchester O2 Ritz Manchester, Manchester

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Michael Schenker

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Michael Schenker, born in Sarstedt, Germany, is a proto-metal guitar icon known for his work with Scorpions and UFO. His signature half-black, half-white Gibson Flying V is legendary. As a solo artist, he formed the Michael Schenker Group (MSG) in the late '70s, releasing acclaimed albums for decades. Schenker influenced bands like Metallica and Def Leppard. He collaborated with musicians from Scorpions, UFO, and guest artists like Joe Lynn Turner. Despite lineup changes and personal challenges, Schenker remains a pivotal figure in melodic hard rock.