Image: From The First Sting Album Cover
To celebrate their 60th band anniversary, the Scorpions performed a very special concert in Hanover on Saturday. The show on July 5th at the Heinz von Heiden Arena marked another huge milestone in their legendary career. Joining them were longtime friends Judas Priest, Alice Cooper, and support act Bülent Ceylan & Band. Of course, the night was recorded — and the tracks will be released on a 60th anniversary live album titled From The First Sting!
After the emotional performance, the Scorpions shared this message with their fans:
“Coming Home to Hannover was a very special moment in our long history … You, our fans from Hanover and around the world, gave us a great gift … this day will stay unforgettable forever … Thank you, Hannover!!!
We love you 🖤💛❤️
We also want to thank our friends Judas Priest, Alice Cooper, Bülent Ceylan, Rosy Vista, and especially Hannover Concerts for the amazing support … You ROCK!!!
SCORPIONS”
The Setlist from the 60th Anniversary Concert in Hanover
From “Coming Home” to “Rock You Like a Hurricane,” the Scorpions took fans on a loud, emotional, and electrifying journey through six decades of rock. Timeless hits like “The Zoo,” “Big City Nights,” and “Still Loving You” stood alongside emotional ballads like “Wind of Change.” Highlights included a medley of early tracks and the brand-new song “New Vision.” A truly fitting hometown celebration — full of nostalgia and future spirit!
Here’s the full setlist:
01. Coming Home
02. Gas in the Tank
03. Make It Real
04. The Zoo
05. Coast to Coast
06. Top of the Bill / Steamrock Fever / Speedy’s Coming / Catch Your Train
07. Bad Boys Running Wild
08. Delicate Dance
09. Send Me an Angel
10. Wind of Change
11. Loving You Sunday Morning
12. I’m Leaving You
13. New Vision
14. Tease Me Please Me
15. Big City Nights
16. Still Loving You
Encore:
17. Blackout
18. Rock You Like a Hurricane
Pre-Order “From The First Sting” Now!
The new 60th anniversary live album, featuring all tracks from the Hanover concert, will be released on November 14, 2025. You can already pre-order From The First Sting as vinyl, CD, or even as a limited bookpack with Vinyls & CDs!
