This year, Scorpions celebrate an incredible milestone: six decades of rock, riffs, and global influence. Founding guitarist Rudolf Schenker and lead vocalist Klaus Meine have opened up about what 60 years of music, tour life, and reinvention has meant to them — and to fans around the world.
Schenker recalled the band’s early days back in the 1960s and ’70s, when Scorpions was simply a young German rock group hungry for recognition. “We never dreamed we’d still be here 60 years later,” he said, voice edged with nostalgia. “There were nights when it was just us, a small stage, big hopes, and louder amps.”
For Meine, the milestone brings a mix of gratitude and reflection. He spoke of the songs that became anthems — tracks that resonated across generations. “To sing those words now, knowing people still connect with them… it’s humbling,” he explained. “We’ve seen changes in music, in culture, in the world. Through it all, music — our music — kept going. So did we.”
Over the decades, Scorpions survived lineup changes, shifting musical trends, and the unpredictable demands of touring. What never wavered, Schenker and Meine agreed, was their bond — to each other, to the music, and to their fans. “That connection kept us together,” Schenker said. “And it’s why we still walk on stage.”
They also acknowledged the evolving role of music itself. From vinyl and cassette tapes to streaming, from analog amps to digital rigs — the industry transformed. But Scorpions adapted, stayed true to their roots, and continued to deliver. Meine added with a smile: “Some things change. Some stay timeless. I’d like to think our songs belong in the latter.”
As part of the celebration, the band hinted at upcoming surprise events, special shows, and possibly a retrospective release — a way to honour the journey and the people who made it possible. For longtime fans and new listeners alike, the message is clear: Scorpions’ story isn’t over.
At 60, the band isn’t looking back in regret or nostalgia. They’re looking forward — still plugged in, still roaring, still ready to rock.
