SCORPIONS / RETURN TO OSAKA (2CDR)

Live at Grand Cube, Osaka, Japan – October 11, 2016
The 50th Anniversary World Tour

Disc 1
01. Opening BGM: Never Again (Nickelback)
02. Intro (SE) >
03. Going Out With a Bang
04. Make It Real
05. The Zoo
06. Coast to Coast
-70s Medley-
07. Top of the Bill >
08. Steamrock Fever >
09. Speedy’s Coming >
10. Catch Your Train
11. We Built This House
12. Delicate Dance
13. Kojo No Tsuki (A cappella)
-Acoustic Medley-
14. Always Somewhere >
15. Eye of the Storm >
16. Send Me an Angel

Disc 2
01. SE > Wind of Change
02. Rock’n’Roll Band
03. Dynamite
04. Overkill (Motörhead cover)
05. Drum Solo (Mikkey Dee)
06. Blackout
07. Big City Nights
-Encore-
08. Still Loving You
09. Rock You Like a Hurricane
10. Outro
-Bonus Track-
Live at Saitama Super Arena, Saitama (Loud Park 2016) – October 8, 2016
11. We’ll Burn the Sky (with Uli Jon Roth)

Rudolf Schenker – rhythm guitar, backing vocals
Klaus Meine – lead vocals
Matthias Jabs – lead guitar, backing vocals
Pawel Maciwoda – bass, backing vocals
Mikkey Dee – drums

Scorpions—Germany’s world-renowned hard rock legends—return to Japan for the first time in nine years, bringing with them *Return to Forever*, their 18th studio album marking the milestone of their 50th anniversary! This release features a complete recording of the October 11, 2016, solo concert in Osaka, captured with superb, ultra-high audio quality that delivers immense power and a vivid sense of presence!

The sound is incredibly realistic and dynamic, boasting perfect stereo imaging and balance. It captures the palpable atmosphere of the venue, where the band and audience became one—even the air in the room feels real! It is guaranteed to get your blood pumping. As a bonus track, it also includes the miraculous collaboration with Uli Jon Roth on "Burn the Sky" from Loud Park 2016—a real treat for long-time fans!

This tour marked the official debut of former Motörhead powerhouse drummer Mikkey Dee; his heavy, tight, and powerful drumming took the impact and dynamism of the Scorpions' sound to a whole new level. The setlist offered a perfect blend of old and new tracks, skillfully incorporating medleys of 70s hits and acoustic segments. The performance was nothing short of superb—energetic yet deeply emotive! Highlights abound throughout the show, including a rendition of "Kōjō no Tsuki" (Moon Over the Ruined Castle) unique to the Japan tour and a cover of Motörhead's "Overkill" performed as a tribute to Lemmy.

With Klaus’s vocals retaining their soaring range, "Iron Man" Rudolf laying down razor-sharp riffs, and Matthias displaying guitar skills that show absolutely no signs of aging, this 100-minute performance is a must-hear for fans—proving they are still at the top of their game despite celebrating their 50th anniversary! The roar of the Osaka crowd, who had eagerly awaited this day, adds to the magic of this outstanding release. Brought to you by the Sylph label with beautiful artwork and top-tier sound, this is the definitive record of the Osaka show—allowing you to relive all the excitement and emotion!