Scorpions – will be releasing the collection  ‘From The First Sting’

In celebration of their sixth decade as a band, pioneering German hard rock group Scorpions will be releasing From The First Sting, a thrilling collection showcasing the raw energy, unforgettable anthems, and iconic moments from their illustrious career. From The First Sting will be available on a deluxe 2LP & 2CD bookpack and 2CD format for European and Rest of the World fans, as well as 2LP vinyl and 1CD format for fans in the Americas.

During their career, the Scorpions viewed their music as a bridge between cultures. They performed in the former Soviet Union, China, and Southeast Asia, thereby fostering international understanding.

Commercially, the band are also one of the best-selling hard rock and heavy metal bands of all time – with over 120 million album sales to their name. From The First Sting is a sonic journey through the band’s timeless hits, from ‘Rock You Like a Hurricane’ to ‘Wind of Change’, showcasing Scorpions’ evolution while honouring the spirit of their classic sound.

From The First Sting features two previously unreleased tracks, ‘This Is My Song’ and ‘Still Loving You’, the latter of which features British violinist Vanessa Mae. The physical for European and Rest of the World fans comes housed in a carefully crafted 2LP coloured vinyl and 2CD 40 page deluxe edition bookpack, comprehensively illustrating the enduring influence of the pioneering masters of their genre.

Perfect for die-hard fans and newcomers alike, From The First Sting delivers the ultimate Scorpions experience—a blistering ride through 60 years of hard-hitting, heart-pounding rock that continues to leave its mark on the world.

TRACKLISTINGS
2LP and 1CD tracklisting

             In Search Of The Peace Of Mind
            This Is My Song*
             Speedy’s Coming
             In Trance
             Pictured Life
             The Sails Of Charon
             Top Of The Bill (Live)
             Always Somewhere
             The Zoo
            No One Like You
            Rock You Like A Hurricane
            Big City Nights
            Wind Of Change
            Still Loving You feat. Vanessa Mae*
            Humanity
            Rock Believer

*Bonus tracks

2CD tracklisting

CD1
             In Search Of The Peace Of Mind
             This Is My Song
            Speedy’s Coming
             In Trance
             Pictured Life
             The Sails Of Charon
             Top Of The Bill (Live)
             Holiday
             Always Somwhere
            Lady Starlight
            The Zoo
            No One Like You
            When The Smoke Is Going Down
            Still Loving You
            Rock You Like A Hurricane
            Big City Nights

CD2      
             Rock You Like A Hurricane (Live)
             Believe In Love
             Send Me An Angel
             Wind Of Change
             Under The Same Sun
             Still Loving You feat. Vanessa Mae
             Mind Like A Tree
             You & I
             Wind Of Change (Moment Of Glory)
           Always Somewhere
            Maybe I Maybe You
            Humanity
            The Best Is Yet To Come
            House Of Cards
            Rock Believer

RELEASED ON SEPTEMBER 26 VIA BMG 
PREORDER HERE