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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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