Michael Schenker Group Set to Launch New Album, “Don’t Sell Your Soul”
This year’s Wacken Open Air festival, known for showcasing the best in metal music, witnessed an unexpected surprise from Michael Schenker that left fans in awe. Following an electrifying performance on July 31st, where Schenker rocked the crowd with a set from My Years With UFO, he took the opportunity to announce the upcoming release of a new Michael Schenker Group album titled Don’t Sell Your Soul, slated for release on October 3rd through earMUSIC.
The announcement was made even more thrilling as Schenker and his band ended the show with a live premiere of the album’s title track, creating an unforgettable moment that left the Wacken audience buzzing with excitement. Prior to this surprise, the festival audience was treated to an extraordinary collaboration when Slash, the legendary guitarist from Guns N’ Roses, joined Schenker on stage to perform the UFO classic “Mother Mary,” resulting in a truly iconic moment that will be etched in the memories of all those present.
Don’t Sell Your Soul is the latest installment in the Michael Schenker Group’s album trilogy following 2024’s My Years With UFO. The album, produced by Schenker and Michael Voss, features Schenker’s long-time bandmates Bodo Schopf, Barend Courbois, and Steve Mann, with vocals by Erik Grönwall and guest appearances by other notable rock vocalists. With a tracklist featuring powerful songs like “Don’t Sell Your Soul,” “Danger Zone,” and “Eye Of The Storm,” the album is a testament to Schenker’s enduring legacy as a guitar virtuoso in the world of hard rock and metal.
Michael Schenker’s journey in the music industry has been nothing short of remarkable. From his early days with Scorpions and UFO to the establishment of the Michael Schenker Group, he has cemented his status as a guitar icon. Schenker’s contributions to the genre have been monumental, with albums like Strangers In The Night still considered as classics in rock music history. His impact on rock music is undeniable, and his latest album, Don’t Sell Your Soul, is a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft and artistic vision.