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This newly remastered 6CD, 66 track collection brings together a
collection of Michael Schenker material, recorded from 1979 - 1983
A turbulent time for Michael, following his exit from UFO via Scorpions. Featuring
the studio albumsMichael Schenker Group, MSG, Assault Attack, Built to Destroy
(both UK and US versions)as well as a disc ofDemos & Alternative Versions
featuring the entire 1979 demo tape, rare monitor mixes and single versions anda
disc of completely unreleased material, with early studio takes and rough monitor
mixes. At the centre of this package is a 52-page booklet which includes newly
conducted interviews with Michael Schenker, Gary Barden and Graham Bonnet,
with extensive liner notes by Jerry Ewing of Classic Rock, neatly annotated with
rare photographs and imagery. This stylish set comes housed in a two- piece
slipcase box with all original album art reproduced as mini-LP sleeves with inner
sleeves. All music has been remastered from original tape transfers at AIR
Mastering.
Following Schenker's departure from UFO and Scorpions and having gained a
reputation as one of the most exciting guitarists in hard rock, anticipation was
high for Michael's own band - MSG did not disappoint. Leading the burgeoning
heavy metal scene, this string of albums solidified their position as one of the
most important figures on the scene.
Format:6- CD case- bound box set with all material newly remastered at AIR
Studios. 52- page booklet with liner notes from Jerry Ewing and interviews with
Michael Schenker, Gary Barden and Graham Bonnet. Featuring two bonus discs of
previously unreleased and rare music.
MSG (Michael Schenker Group)