Rock legends Scorpions rock Istanbul after 33-year absence

German rock legends Scorpions electrified Istanbul with a powerful concert, marking their return to the city after a 33-year hiatus. The "Coming Home - 60 Years of Scorpions Tour" performance at Beşiktaş Tüpraş Stadium drew a large crowd of rock enthusiasts from across Turkey and abroad.

Lead vocalist Klaus Meine shared his delight at being back in Istanbul, noting the long interval since their last show in the city. "It's good to be back in this city. It's been quite some time," he told the audience. "As you know, tonight we celebrate Scorpions' 60th anniversary. We're going to take you on a journey through the years, back to the early 1970s when we were a young band just starting out, traveling all over Europe in our beat-up van. Back then, we dreamed of being on a stage just like this one day."

The band kicked off the concert with their 1984 hit "Coming Home" and proceeded to play a selection of their most iconic songs. Fans were treated to renditions of "Steamrock Fever," "Wind of Change," "Still Loving You," "Rock You Like a Hurricane," and "No One Like You," showcasing their enduring appeal and rich musical legacy.

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It's good to be back in this city. It's been quite some time. As you know, tonight we celebrate Scorpions' 60th anniversary. We're going to take you on a journey through the years, back to the early 1970s when we were a young band just starting out, traveling all over Europe in our beat-up van. Back then, we dreamed of being on a stage just like this one day.