Pioneering German hard rock legends Scorpions are marking their incredible 60th anniversary with the release of ‘From The First Sting’, a definitive career-spanning collection arriving globally on October 17th via BMG. This thrilling retrospective captures the raw energy and world-changing anthems that have defined the band’s journey from their early days to global superstardom, with over 120 million albums sold to date. The collection features a curated sonic journey through timeless hits like “Rock You Like a Hurricane” and the culturally significant “Wind of Change,” alongside the return of “Mind Like A Tree” to all streaming platforms. For die-hard collectors, the release is packed with rarities, including the previously unreleased track “This Is My Song” and a new version of “Still Loving You” featuring world-renowned British violinist Vanessa Mae.
Beyond their commercial dominance, the Scorpions have long viewed their music as a diplomatic bridge, famously performing in the former Soviet Union and China to foster international understanding. ‘From The First Sting’ honors this legacy with premium physical editions, including a deluxe 2LP & 2CD bookpack for international fans and a 180g gatefold vinyl for the Americas. From the psychedelic roots of “In Search Of The Peace Of Mind” to the modern grit of “Rock Believer,” the set comprehensively illustrates the enduring influence of the masters of their genre. Whether revisiting the “hop-skip” riffs of their classic era or exploring the symphonic layers of their later work, this 60th-anniversary release provides the ultimate blistering ride through six decades of heart-pounding rock and roll.
2LP and 1CD tracklisting
1 In Search Of The Peace Of Mind
2 This Is My Song*
3 Speedy’s Coming
4 In Trance
5 Pictured Life
6 The Sails Of Charon
7 Top Of The Bill (Live)
8 Always Somewhere
9 The Zoo
10 No One Like You
11 Rock You Like A Hurricane
12 Big City Nights
13 Wind Of Change
14 Still Loving You feat. Vanessa Mae*
15 Humanity
16 Rock Believer
*Bonus tracks
2CD tracklisting
CD1
1 In Search Of The Peace Of Mind
2 This Is My Song
3 Speedy’s Coming
4 In Trance
5 Pictured Life
6 The Sails Of Charon
7 Top Of The Bill (Live)
8 Holiday
9 Always Somewhere
10 Lady Starlight
11 The Zoo
12 No One Like You
13 When The Smoke Is Going Down
14 Still Loving You
15 Rock You Like A Hurricane
16 Big City Nights
CD2
1 Rock You Like A Hurricane (Live)
2 Believe In Love
3 Send Me An Angel
4 Wind Of Change
5 Under The Same Sun
6 Still Loving You feat. Vanessa Mae
7 Mind Like A Tree
8 You & I
9 Wind Of Change (Moment Of Glory)
10 Always Somewhere
11 Maybe I Maybe You
12 Humanity
13 The Best Is Yet To Come
14 House Of Cards
15 Rock Believer