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    Schenker Fest: Michael Schenker Concert Review

    My first concert of 2018 is another one for the books.
     
    I saw the Michael Schenker Fest in Cleveland.
     
    Michael is a super amazing guitarist who has played with Scorpions, UFO, his own group Michael Schenker Group, and others.
     
    On this tour, as well as his latest album Resurrection, he has three of his classic singers with him, Gary Barden, Graham Bonnet, and Robin McAuley, as well as current singer Doogie White.
     
    Yes four singers!!!!
     
    His rhythm section is one he had in the early 80s.
     
    They include bassist Chris Glen and Ted McKenna, and second guitarist/keyboardist Steve Mann.
     
    Believe it or not, all of these musicians make a fun and loud rock show.
     
    Several songs from Michael’s past and present, with each singer having their moments to shine, not only on their own, but together.
     
    This was a very fun show.
     
    I went with my friend Kevin Montavon and we had a great time.
     
    Michael is a true genius on the guitar.
     
    If you don’t know who he is, look him up.
     
    Rock And Roll!!!!
     
    More shows to come.
     
    My next one is April 3 in Louisville, KY, in which I will be seeing Accept singer UDO Dirkschneider.

    Set List:

    1. Into The Arena
    2. Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
    3. Cry For The Nations
    4. Attack Of The Mad Axeman
    5. Messin’ Around
    6. Armed And Ready
    7. Coast To Coast
    8. Desert Song
    9. Dancer
    10. Night Moods
    11. Searching For A Reason
    12. Assault Attack
    13. Captain Nemo
    14. Bad Boys
    15. Save Yourself
    16. Anytime
    17. Heart And Soul
    18. Love Is Not A Game
    19. Searching For Freedom
    20. Live and Let Live
    21. Vigilante Man
    22. Lord Of The Lost And Lonely
    23. Take Me To The Church
    24. Before The Devil Knows You’re Dead
    25. Warrior
    26. Rock Bottom
    27. Encore:  Doctor Doctor
    28. Shoot Shoot
    29. Natural Thing
    30. Lights Out

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